Laboratory Spring Scale
Product Specification Sheet
Laboratory Spring Scale
Model Number: MTE-05
The Laboratory Spring Scale from Micro Technologies is a robust mechanical force-measuring instrument featuring a transparent plastic body, zero adjustment, upper and lower suspension hooks, and dual graduations in grams and Newtons. With an overall length of approximately 240 mm and measuring capacities from 100 g / 1 N to 5000 g / 50 N, it is suitable for a wide range of physics and mechanics laboratory experiments.
Product Specification
The Laboratory Spring Scale from Micro Technologies is designed for practical measurement of force, weight and tension in physics and mechanics laboratory applications. Its transparent body makes the internal spring mechanism visible, providing both a functional measuring instrument and a useful apparatus for demonstrating spring behaviour.
The Spring Scale is manufactured with a robust transparent plastic body and has an overall length of approximately 240 mm. Its elongated construction provides a clearly visible graduated scale while maintaining a convenient format for suspended laboratory measurements.
A spring-based mechanical mechanism responds to an applied load. When an object or experimental mass is attached, the spring extends according to the applied force and the corresponding value can be observed directly against the graduated scale.
The scale is graduated in both grams and Newtons, making the instrument convenient for experiments involving mass-related load values as well as force measurements. This dual-scale configuration helps connect the concepts of mass, gravitational force and mechanical loading during laboratory investigations.
A zero adjustment facility is incorporated into the instrument so that the starting indication can be correctly set before taking measurements. Proper zero setting helps improve consistency when comparing readings during an experiment.
The apparatus includes upper and lower suspension hooks. The upper attachment allows the scale to be suspended from a compatible laboratory support, while the lower hook provides a convenient connection point for test masses, objects, strings and other experimental loads.
A wide selection of measuring ranges is available. The series begins with a sensitive 100 g / 1 N configuration and extends to a higher-capacity 5000 g / 50 N model.
Intermediate versions include 250 g / 2.5 N, 500 g / 5 N, 1000 g / 10 N, 2000 g / 20 N and 3000 g / 30 N, enabling laboratories to choose a suitable capacity for different experimental requirements.
The instrument is particularly useful for force and tension experiments. It can be incorporated into pulley systems, hanging-mass arrangements and other mechanics setups where the force acting through a string or connected body needs to be investigated.
It can also be used for friction experiments by attaching the lower hook to a test object and observing the pulling force required to move it across a selected surface.
The visible spring arrangement makes the apparatus useful for discussing the relationship between applied force and elastic deformation. Within an appropriate elastic operating range, this relationship can be connected with Hooke's law.
The transparent construction also allows users to observe the movement of the internal spring while simultaneously reading the scale, providing a clearer physical representation of how a mechanical spring scale responds to an applied force.
Since the Spring Scale operates entirely mechanically, it requires no batteries, electrical sensors or external power supply. This makes it convenient for routine laboratory measurements and repeated practical demonstrations.
Manufactured and supplied by Micro Technologies, the Laboratory Spring Scale is suitable for physics laboratories, mechanics laboratories and scientific facilities requiring a versatile mechanical force-measurement instrument.
Features
- Robust transparent plastic body
- Overall length approximately 240 mm
- Mechanical spring measuring system
- Dual scale in grams and Newtons
- Zero adjustment facility
- Upper suspension hook
- Lower load hook
- Visible internal spring mechanism
- Seven measuring capacities available
- Range from 100 g / 1 N to 5000 g / 50 N
- Direct force indication
- Suitable for weight and tension measurement
- Compact suspended configuration
- No battery required
- Suitable for repeated laboratory use
Benefits
- Measures force directly in Newtons
- Provides corresponding gram readings
- Transparent body allows internal mechanism observation
- Seven capacities cover a broad measurement range
- Zero adjustment supports consistent readings
- Upper and lower hooks simplify experimental mounting
- Useful for force, friction and tension investigations
- Suitable for pulley and mechanics experiments
- Mechanical operation eliminates electrical power requirements
- Combines measurement and demonstration functions
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Laboratory Spring Scale |
| Product Type | Mechanical Force Measuring Instrument |
| Body Material | Robust Plastic |
| Body Type | Transparent |
| Overall Length | Approx. 240 mm |
| Measuring Mechanism | Spring |
| Scale Units | Gram & Newton |
| Zero Adjustment | Provided |
| Upper Attachment | Suspension Hook |
| Lower Attachment | Suspension / Load Hook |
| Minimum Range | 100 g / 1 N |
| Maximum Range | 5000 g / 50 N |
| Operation | Mechanical |
| Power Requirement | Not Required |
| Application | Physics / Mechanics Laboratory |
Available Models
| Model No. | Measuring Range |
|---|---|
| MT-SS-1 | 100 g / 1 N |
| MT-SS-2 | 250 g / 2.5 N |
| MT-SS-3 | 500 g / 5 N |
| MT-SS-4 | 1000 g / 10 N |
| MT-SS-5 | 2000 g / 20 N |
| MT-SS-6 | 3000 g / 30 N |
| MT-SS-7 | 5000 g / 50 N |
Applications
- Force measurement
- Weight-force experiments
- Tension measurement
- Friction experiments
- Pulling-force investigations
- Hooke's law demonstrations
- Spring extension studies
- Pulley experiments
- Hanging-mass experiments
- Mechanical equilibrium investigations
- Force comparison experiments
- Mechanics laboratory practicals
- Physics laboratory experiments
- General force demonstrations
Available Variants
100 g / 1 N Spring Scale, 250 g / 2.5 N Spring Scale, 500 g / 5 N Spring Scale, 1000 g / 10 N Spring Scale, 2000 g / 20 N Spring Scale, 3000 g / 30 N Spring Scale, 5000 g / 50 N Spring Scale, Transparent Spring Scale, Newton Spring Scale, Laboratory Spring Scale
SKU System
MT-SS-Series
FAQs
What is a Laboratory Spring Scale used for?
It is used for measuring force, weight and tension during physics and mechanics laboratory experiments.
What is the body of the Spring Scale made from?
The instrument features a robust transparent plastic body, allowing the internal spring mechanism to remain visible.
What is the approximate length of the Spring Scale?
The overall length is approximately 240 mm.
Does the Spring Scale measure in Newtons?
Yes. The scales are provided in both grams and Newtons.
What measuring ranges are available?
Available capacities are 100 g / 1 N, 250 g / 2.5 N, 500 g / 5 N, 1000 g / 10 N, 2000 g / 20 N, 3000 g / 30 N and 5000 g / 50 N.
Does it have a zero adjustment facility?
Yes. A zero adjustment mechanism is provided to establish the correct starting reference before measurements are taken.
Can it be used for friction experiments?
Yes. The lower hook can be attached to a suitable test object to investigate the pulling force required to overcome friction.
Can it be used with pulley systems?
Yes. The Spring Scale can be incorporated into compatible pulley arrangements for experiments involving force and tension.
Can the internal spring be seen?
Yes. The transparent plastic body makes the internal spring and its movement visible during operation.
Does the Spring Scale require batteries?
No. It is a fully mechanical instrument and requires no battery or external electrical power.
Why Choose Our Products
- Manufactured and supplied by Micro Technologies
- Transparent robust plastic construction
- Seven measuring capacities
- Dual gram and Newton scale
- Convenient zero adjustment
- Upper and lower suspension hooks
- Suitable for multiple mechanics experiments
- No external power required
- Institutional and bulk procurement available
- OEM requirements supported
Call to Action
Equip your laboratory with the Laboratory Spring Scale from Micro Technologies for dependable force, weight and tension measurements across a wide range of mechanics experiments. Contact us with your required measuring range for competitive pricing, bulk laboratory supply, institutional procurement, OEM requirements and customized quotations.
