Adam Highland Precision Balance HCB 3001 – 3000g × 0.1g – 1580

The Adam Highland Precision Balance HCB 3001 is a robust, high‑capacity balance designed to meet the everyday needs of primary schools, secondary schools, and college science laboratories. Part of the highly regarded Highland range, this balance combines advanced weighing technology with a compact, durable design, delivering fast, reliable, and accurate measurements for educational use.

With a generous 3000g (3kg) maximum capacity and a readable precision of 0.1g, the HCB 3001 is ideal for weighing larger samples while maintaining dependable accuracy. Its strong ABS housing is built to withstand frequent student handling, and integrated ShockProtect® overload protection helps protect the balance from accidental overloading during busy practical sessions.

The innovative Highland design allows the balance to be easily dismantled and safely stacked, making it especially suitable for schools and colleges where storage space is limited. This practical feature supports flexible teaching environments, shared laboratories, and mobile classroom use.

Key Features

• 3000g capacity with 0.1g readability
• Stackable design to save valuable storage space
• Bright backlit LCD display for clear visibility
• ShockProtect® overload protection for long‑term durability
• HandiCal® internal calibration for quick and accurate setup
• Removable draught shield to improve weighing accuracy
• Under‑balance weighing hook for specialist applications
• Security slot for optional Kensington‑type lock and cable
• USB and RS‑232 interfaces for data transfer and analysis
• Rechargeable battery for portable use
• Pan size: 120mm
• 3‑year manufacturer’s warranty

The balance supports a wide range of weighing units, including: g, lb, oz, N, GN, ct, dr, dwt, mm, ozt, T, tl H, tl S, and tl T, providing excellent flexibility across the science curriculum.

Ideal for School Science Lessons & Practical Investigations

Ideal for KS2, KS3, GCSE, and A‑Level science, the Adam Highland HCB 3001 supports a wide range of practical and investigative activities, including:

• Weighing bulk quantities of materials and chemicals in chemistry
• Supporting biology experiments involving specimens and samples
• Teaching scientific principles such as mass, accuracy, and reliability
• Handling group‑based practical work with portable, stackable balances
• Promoting correct and safe laboratory weighing techniques

Durable, accurate, and designed specifically for education, the Adam Highland Precision Balance HCB 3001 offers excellent performance and long‑term value, making it a dependable choice for busy school and college science departments.

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