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Scales - Product Highlights, December 2003

Hamilton Scales
Hamilton Scales require no calibration weights or batteries; they use fulcrum action. The dimensions are 5" W x 2-1/2" D x 6" H. Choose the pennyweight or gram/avoirdupois ounce readout. Call Indian Jewelers Supply Company at (800) 545-6540 or (505) 722-4451.

Toyo Digital Scale
The Toyo Model #250 digital scale can be used to keep track of your inventory of stones, precious metals, and findings. It weighs items in four different units: grams, pennyweights, troy ounces, and ounces. The maximum capacity of the scale is 250 grams or 8.05 troy ounces. It also includes item count, tare, and calibration features. Call Thunderbird Supply Company at (800) 545-7968, or visit thunderbirdsupply.com.

Gram Precision™ Scales
Gram Precision™ Scales feature four weighting modes and parts counting. A memory function gives the the cumulative weight of multiple samples. Indicators are provided to show instability and overload conditions. Calibration is performed with the included 100g weight. The scale features an automatic shutoff feature. A 9V alkaline battery and a port is included for 9V AC adapters. Call Indian Jewelers Supply Company at (800) 545-6540 or (505) 722-4451.

DigiWeigh 200 gram Pocket Gold Scale
This handheld digital scale measures 5" x 3" x 3/4", with a weighing surface of 3" x 21/2". It operates on four AAAA batteries (included) and has four weighing modes. Call Cas-Ker Co. at (800) 487-0408 or e-mail casker@casker.com.

Portable Electronic Mini Carat Scale
The Nexus Mini Gem Scale features full digital calibration, one-touch zeroing, and automatic tare capacity. It operates on two AA batteries (included). Call Cas-Ker Co. at (800) 487-0408 or e-mail casker@casker.com.

Grobet Scales
Grobet USA carries a selection of scales suitable for the lapidary trade. Model no. 51.0550 is an inexpensive carat scale, .50 carat capacity, sturdy, and portable. Model no. 50.119 is a gram/ounce scale, with 200 gram capacity, that works on a 9 volt battery. Call customer service at (800) 847-4188.

The Ohaus® Navigator™
The Ohaus® Navigator™ has a capacity of 610g x 0.1g, with full capacity tare. It weighs in troy and avoirdupois ounces, pounds, and carats. Programmable functions include parts counting, check weighing, and percentage weighing. Weigh-below attachment is provided for specific gravity computations. RS232 bidirectional interface allows you to attach print and display devices, with time-and-date stamping and control-numbering capabilities included. An AC adapter is provided, and for field use, the Navigator™ accepts eight AA batteries. Unit dimensions are 10.5" W x 7.25" D x 2.25" H. Call Indian Jewelers Supply Company at (800) 545-6540 or (505) 722-4451.

Ohaus® Adventurer™ Pro Line
This line of scales comes equipped with capabilities and readabilities from 51g x 1mg to 8100g x .1g and built-in application modes, including weighing, parts counting, percent weighing, check weighing, and totalization. Adventurer Pro combines four-button operation wtih a two-line backlit display. Standard features include an upfront leveling system, RS232 connectivity, and GLP data capabilities including date, time, balance ID, user ID, project ID, and reference. Call (973) 377-9000 or visit www.ohaus.com.

Ohaus® Hand-held Portable Scales
Ohaus® hand-held portable scales have a large display, full range tare, display indicators, automatic shutoff, and a rubberized tactile keypad. Call Scientifics® at (716) 874-9091 or (800) 728-6999, fax (800) 828-3299, e-mail cons_order@edsci.com, or visit www.scientificsonline.com. Write or call for a catalog of Scientifics products.

Product Highlights is compiled by Eric van Osten, Assistant Editor. Submissions can be sent directly to us c/o Lapidary Journal, 300 Chesterfield Parkway, Suite 100, Malvern, PA 19355, by faxing (610) 232-5756, or by e-mailing Eric VanOsten.

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