TRIPLE BEAM BALANCE WITH VERNIER AZA1087

The AZA1087 Triple Beam Balance with Vernier is a high-precision mechanical laboratory weighing instrument designed for accurate mass determination in scientific, educational, and field laboratory environments. Known for its reliability, durability, and independence from electronic components, this balance is especially suited for applications involving cement, soil, aggregates, chemicals, and powdered materials.

Unlike electronic balances that depend on power supply, sensors, and frequent recalibration, the AZA1087 delivers consistent and repeatable results through a purely mechanical counterweight system, making it ideal for rugged testing conditions, long-term use, and instructional settings.

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Description

Description

The balance operates using three calibrated beams combined with a Vernier scale, allowing precise mass measurements down to 0.01 grams. The mechanical design eliminates electronic drift, battery failure, or display errors, ensuring dependable operation even in remote or harsh environments.

A stainless steel weighing pan provides excellent resistance to corrosion, moisture, and chemical exposure, while the heavy cast-metal base ensures stability and vibration resistance during weighing.


Function & Working Principle

The AZA1087 features three independent beams:

  • Front Beam: Measures up to 10 g in 0.1 g increments

  • Middle Beam: Measures up to 500 g in 100 g increments

  • Rear Beam: Measures up to 100 g in 10 g increments

A Vernier scale further refines measurement resolution, enabling readings as fine as 0.01 g. The balance point is indicated by a pointer and scale system, ensuring accurate visual confirmation of equilibrium.

An integrated tare adjustment knob allows subtraction of container weight, improving accuracy during sample measurement.


Typical Applications

AZA1087 is widely used across laboratories and institutions for:

  • Soil mass determination in geotechnical testing

  • Moisture content calculations (before-and-after weighing)

  • Cement, lime, and fine powder analysis

  • Educational demonstrations of mass, force, and equilibrium

  • Calibration and verification of laboratory samples

  • Field laboratory testing where power supply is unavailable


Standards & Compliance

The instrument is manufactured in accordance with ASTM E898, which specifies performance and accuracy requirements for laboratory mass-measuring devices. Compliance ensures dependable results suitable for quality control, research, and instructional use.


Key Features & Advantages

  • Triple Beam with Vernier Precision: Readability up to 0.01 g

  • Fully Mechanical Operation: No batteries, no electronics

  • Rugged Construction: Shock-resistant metal housing

  • Stainless Steel Pan: Corrosion- and moisture-resistant

  • Tare Adjustment Knob: Accurate container weight subtraction

  • Low Maintenance: No sensor drift or electronic failure

  • Stable Base Design: Non-slip feet for bench stability

  • Wide Application Range: Suitable for powders, solids, and granular materials


Technical Specifications

Parameter Specification
Model AZA1087
Type Mechanical triple beam balance with Vernier
Maximum Capacity 610 g (typical)
Accuracy ±0.01 g
Beam Increments 0.1 g (front), 100 g (middle), 10 g (rear)
Vernier Resolution 0.01 g
Pan Diameter ~150 mm
Material Cast metal base, stainless steel pan
Tare Range Up to 225 g
Compliance Standard ASTM E898
Application Areas Soil, cement, chemical, educational labs

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why choose a triple beam balance over a digital balance?
Triple beam balances are more durable, do not require power, and provide stable, repeatable accuracy in field and educational environments.

Q2: What is the purpose of the Vernier scale?
The Vernier scale increases resolution, allowing readings as fine as 0.01 g for precise mass determination.

Q3: Is AZA1087 compliant with international standards?
Yes. It conforms to ASTM E898, ensuring accuracy and performance for laboratory mass measurement.

Q4: Can it be used for moisture content testing?
Yes. It is ideal for before-and-after weighing required in soil and cement moisture content determination.

Q5: Is this suitable for school and college laboratories?
Absolutely. Its mechanical reliability, accuracy, and ease of demonstration make it ideal for academic use.


Product Highlights

  • High-precision mechanical laboratory balance

  • Vernier scale with 0.01 g readability

  • Rugged metal construction with stainless steel pan

  • No power or electronics required

  • Complies with ASTM E898

  • Ideal for soil, cement, chemical, and educational testing

Model: AZA1087

Additional information

Additional information

Type

Mechanical triple beam with Vernier

Accuracy

±0.01g

Maximum Capacity

610g (typically)

Beam Increments

0.1g (front), 100g (middle), 10g (rear)