QCS / IES Corporation
Lab Balance User Documents:
Should I calibrate it myself ?
Procedures you can use to test your instrument yourself.printable versions:Test.rtf & Test.pdf
Lab Balance Repair Technician Documents:
Adjustment procedures for many lab balances:
FAQ & Troubleshooting:
Worth Repairing:Is your instrument worth repairing?
Troubleshooting Guide:
A guide for evaluating balance performance and or problem areas.
Linearity Test:
The proper way to perform a linearity test with or without accurate weights.
Balance Glossary:
Understanding the terminology.
Packing for Shipment:
Proper packaging will save time and money.
If you have any further questions after reading through these help links let us know, we will be happy to help in any way we can.
Here, IES founder Doug Morse covers lab balance testing and adjusting. Circa 1999 & 2005.
Shop Tip:
Weighing Environment:
Two environmental factors affect the instrument’s stability dramatically--temperature and static electricity.
Temperature control is imperative. This includes both control of the room temperature and maintaining the internal temperature of the instrument. For best stability, maintain the room temperature within two degrees constantly (day and night). Leave the instrument plugged in and turned ON
Static electricity will cause erratic readings. Instruments should be operated on a static dissipating surface (anti-static mat). Operators should stand on anti-static floor covering. Avoid the use of plastic containers for items being weighed.