Laboratory Accessories – Essential Add-Ons for Scales, Balances & Lab Instruments
Our laboratory accessories range covers the essential add-ons, peripherals, and consumables needed to get the most from your laboratory balances, analytical instruments, and weighing equipment. From draft shields and anti-vibration tables that protect sensitive measurements, to density determination kits, weighing pans, and printer cables that extend instrument functionality — the right accessories ensure your equipment performs to its full specification and integrates seamlessly into your laboratory workflow.
Accessories are often overlooked at the point of purchase, but they play a critical role in measurement accuracy, instrument longevity, and regulatory compliance. A balance without a suitable draft shield will produce unstable readings at high resolution. An instrument without the correct interface cable cannot transfer data to your LIMS or printer. A weighing pan that is the wrong size or material for your samples introduces contamination risk. Our accessories range is designed to close these gaps, with products sourced from leading manufacturers and compatible with a wide range of laboratory instruments.
Accessories Available
- Draft shields and windbreaks — for analytical and semi-micro balances to eliminate air current interference at high resolution
- Anti-vibration tables and platforms — passive and active isolation for microbalances and ultra-micro balances in vibration-prone environments
- Density determination kits — accessories for measuring solid and liquid density using the Archimedes principle on compatible balances
- Weighing pans, boats, and dishes — stainless steel, aluminium, and disposable options for a wide range of sample types
- Interface cables and adaptors — RS-232, USB, and Ethernet cables for connecting balances to printers, PCs, and LIMS
- Calibration weights and sets — OIML-certified test weights for routine balance verification and calibration
- Protective covers and carrying cases — dust covers and transport cases for laboratory balances and portable instruments
- Printers and label systems — compatible thermal printers for GLP-compliant weight record printing
Key Features
- Wide compatibility across leading laboratory balance and instrument brands
- Genuine and compatible options to suit all budgets without compromising performance
- OIML-certified calibration weights with full traceability for compliant balance verification
- GLP-compatible accessories supporting audit trail, traceability, and compliance documentation
- Expert selection support — contact our team if you’re unsure which accessory is compatible with your instrument
Common Applications
- Protecting high-resolution balances from air currents and environmental interference
- Isolating microbalances and ultra-micro balances from bench and building vibration
- Connecting laboratory balances to LIMS, data logging software, and label printers
- Routine calibration and verification of laboratory balances with certified weights
- Density measurement of solids and liquids using existing precision balances
- Safe transport and storage of portable and bench laboratory balances
All laboratory accessories are sourced from leading manufacturers and are compatible with a wide range of instruments. If you’re unsure which accessory is right for your balance or instrument, contact our technical team with your equipment details and we’ll identify the correct product.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know which accessories are compatible with my balance?
Compatibility depends on your balance’s make, model, and interface type. Draft shields and weighing pans are often balance-specific, while interface cables depend on the output port (RS-232, USB, or Ethernet). Check your balance’s manual or data sheet, then match it to the accessory listing. Contact our team with your balance model and we’ll confirm the correct accessory.
Do I need an anti-vibration table for my analytical balance?
For standard analytical balances (0.1 mg readability), a solid, stable bench surface is usually sufficient. For semi-micro balances (0.01 mg) and microbalances (0.001 mg or finer), an anti-vibration table or platform is strongly recommended, particularly in environments with foot traffic, nearby machinery, or building vibration. Active anti-vibration tables provide the highest level of isolation for the most sensitive instruments.
What is a density determination kit and how does it work?
A density determination kit is an accessory that attaches to a compatible precision or analytical balance, allowing it to measure the density of solids and liquids using the Archimedes (hydrostatic weighing) principle. The sample is weighed in air and then submerged in a liquid of known density — the balance calculates density automatically. It is a cost-effective way to add density measurement capability to an existing balance without purchasing a separate densitometer.
Can I use third-party accessories with my balance?
In many cases, yes — particularly for interface cables, weighing pans, and calibration weights. However, for draft shields, density kits, and some printer connections, manufacturer-specific accessories are recommended to ensure correct fit and full functionality. Contact our team for advice on compatible third-party options for your specific instrument.
Do you stock replacement weighing pans?
Yes. We stock a range of stainless steel and aluminium replacement weighing pans in common sizes for laboratory balances. Disposable weighing boats and dishes are also available for applications where cross-contamination must be avoided. Contact us with your balance model and pan dimensions and we’ll identify the correct replacement.
