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CENTA5000 Precision Balance 5000 g / 0.01 g
CENTA5000 precision balance is an economical laboratory and industrial weighing instrument with 5000 g maximum capacity, 0.01 g readability, Class II accuracy class, external calibration, RS232 interface and a large 160 × 160 mm stainless-steel pan. It is suitable for routine laboratory weighing, research work, quality control, sample preparation, parts counting and percentage weighing.
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COLO.SCIENCE — LABORATORY PRECISION BALANCES
High-capacity precision balance with backlit LCD, RS232 and external calibration
The CENTA5000 precision balance is designed for laboratories, production areas and quality-control workflows that require stable weighing up to 5000 g with 0.01 g readability. A high-precision load cell, external calibration and backlit LCD display support practical daily weighing and routine checking tasks.
The 160 × 160 mm stainless-steel pan provides a practical weighing surface for samples, vessels and containers, while RS232 communication and optional software allow the balance to be integrated into printer or PC data-collection workflows when required.
CENTA5000 product views

CENTA series view with calibration/control weight on pan.

Front view with stainless-steel weighing pan and LCD display.

CENTA series design with 0.01 g readability and compact housing.
Key features
- CENTA5000 precision balance with 5000 g capacity and 0.01 g readability.
- Class II accuracy class for routine laboratory and QC weighing.
- High-precision load cell for sharp and stable weighing performance.
- 160 × 160 mm stainless-steel pan for samples, vessels and containers.
- External calibration with external linear calibration support.
- Backlit LCD display for improved result visibility.
- RS232 / RS232C interface for optional printer or PC communication workflows.
Suitable for
- Routine laboratory sample weighing up to 5000 g.
- Quality control and check weighing.
- Research and educational laboratories.
- Formulation and reagent preparation.
- Parts counting and inventory support.
- Percentage weighing and production inspection tasks.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS — CENTA5000 PRECISION BALANCE
| Model | CENTA5000 |
| SKU | PRO2577 |
| Product type | Precision balance / industrial balance |
| Maximum capacity | 5000 g |
| Readability / division | 0.01 g |
| Accuracy class | Class II |
| Minimum weighing | 200 mg |
| Repeatability | ±20 mg / ≤ 0.01 g depending on source table |
| Linearity | ±20 mg / ±0.02 g depending on source table |
| Stabilization time | ≤ 1.5–2 s |
| Measuring cell | High-precision load cell |
| Calibration | External calibration |
| Calibration method | External linear calibration |
| Pan dimensions | 160 × 160 mm, stainless steel |
| Display | High-resolution backlit LCD |
| Interface | RS232 / RS232C for printer or PC connection |
| Functions | Check weighing, parts counting, tare, unit conversion, percentage weighing |
| Operating temperature | 15–40 °C, fluctuation < 5 °C/h |
| Relative humidity | 40–80% RH |
| Power supply | AC 110–240 V, 50/60 Hz; DC 5 V / 2 A adapter |
| Battery operation | Optional rechargeable accumulator |
| Standard accessories | Universal power adapter and instruction manual |
| Optional accessories | Thermal printer, calibration/control weight, calibration certificate, software, rechargeable accumulator, dust cover |
| Dimensions / weight | 225 × 220 × 80 mm · net/gross weight 1.2 / 1.5 kg |
Source note: CENTA5000 appears in both the product-page specification and the CENTA family table. Where two source tables express values differently, final acceptance criteria, delivered configuration and calibration-documentation scope must be confirmed in the official quotation.
Calibration, power supply and data output
External calibration
CENTA5000 uses external calibration and external linear calibration support. For controlled laboratory work, the required nominal weight, weight class and certificate type should be defined according to the local SOP and required documentation level.
Optional accumulator
The balance is supplied with a universal power adapter, while an optional rechargeable accumulator can support operation independent of the power supply when mobile or flexible bench use is required.
RS232, printer and software
The RS232 interface allows optional connection to a thermal printer or PC workflow. Optional software can support data collection, balance communication and measurement-process control.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORY — CALIBRATION WEIGHTS
Optional OIML M1 calibration and control weights
For routine verification and external calibration of the CENTA5000 precision balance, COLO.Science can offer suitable OIML M1 calibration or control weights as optional accessories. The required nominal mass, accuracy class and certificate type should be confirmed according to the laboratory procedure and traceability requirements.
For the CENTA5000 model, the technical selection should consider sample weight, tare container mass, required headroom and the calibration routine. Available M1 options include individual weights and weight sets; the final accessory package should be defined in the quotation.
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Applications and laboratory value
Routine laboratory weighing
CENTA5000 precision balance is suitable for daily weighing of samples, reagents and vessels where 5000 g capacity and 0.01 g readability are required.
Quality control
The balance supports check weighing, batch checks, incoming inspection and repeated control tasks in laboratory and production QC environments.
Research and education
Backlit LCD visibility, stable weighing and clear routine operation make CENTA5000 practical for research benches, training rooms and teaching laboratories.
Counting and percentage work
Parts counting and percentage weighing support practical production, inventory, formulation and inspection workflows when the weighing method is suitable for the sample.
How to choose the correct CENTA5000 configuration
When selecting a CENTA5000 precision balance, confirm the required weighing range, tare load, sample container, calibration procedure, need for printed records and whether PC data collection is required. Laboratories should also define routine-check frequency, acceptance limits and required traceability documentation.
COLO.Science can support the selection of the balance, optional accumulator, RS232 printer or software, OIML M1 calibration weights, control weights and calibration certificate so that the final configuration matches the laboratory method and procurement requirements.
CENTA5000 precision balance for 5000 g laboratory weighing
The CENTA5000 precision balance is useful when a laboratory needs a compact and economical weighing instrument with 5000 g capacity, 0.01 g readability, external calibration, RS232 communication and a large stainless-steel pan. It is a practical choice for routine weighing, sample preparation, QC inspection, formulation work and educational laboratory tasks.
In daily use, weighing quality depends on correct placement, stable environmental conditions, suitable calibration routine, regular control checks and proper handling of samples and containers. CENTA5000 provides the high-capacity precision balance platform, while COLO.Science can help define the correct accessories and documentation for the final application.
Configuration notice
Precision balances may be delivered with different accessories, calibration weights, certificates, accumulators, printers, adapters or software options depending on the selected configuration. The official quotation defines the final scope of supply. Website content is provided for general product presentation and may not represent the exact delivered configuration. Specifications may change without notice.






