Spring Balance
Product Specification Sheet
Spring Balance
Model Number: MTE-01
The Spring Balance from Micro Technologies is a mechanical force-measuring instrument designed for laboratory experiments involving force, weight and spring extension. It features a rectangular plastic body, metal scale, zero adjustment facility, suspension ring and load hook, with graduations provided in grams and Newtons. Multiple measuring ranges are available from 100 g / 1 N to 1000 g / 10 N.
Product Specification
The Spring Balance from Micro Technologies is designed for convenient measurement of force and weight during physics laboratory experiments. Its simple mechanical construction provides direct readings without requiring batteries, electronic sensors or an external power supply.
The instrument incorporates a spring mechanism within a rectangular plastic housing. When a load is applied to the lower hook, the spring extends in response to the applied force, and the corresponding value can be read from the graduated scale.
The scale is calibrated in both grams and Newtons, allowing the instrument to be used for experiments involving mass-related load readings as well as force measurement. This dual indication makes it particularly versatile for general physics laboratory work.
A zero adjuster is provided to help establish the correct starting position before measurements are taken. Proper zero adjustment is important for obtaining consistent readings, particularly during comparative laboratory experiments.
The upper suspension ring allows the spring balance to be conveniently supported from a suitable laboratory stand, clamp or other mounting arrangement. The lower load hook provides an attachment point for masses, objects and compatible experimental accessories.
The Spring Balance is particularly useful for studying the relationship between force and spring extension. Within the elastic operating range of a suitable spring, extension is approximately proportional to applied force, providing a practical demonstration related to Hooke's law.
Different measuring ranges are available to accommodate various experimental requirements. The range can be selected according to the expected applied load, helping provide an appropriate balance between capacity and measurement resolution.
The 100 g / 1 N version is suited to relatively small-force experiments, while higher-capacity models provide ranges of 200 g / 2 N, 500 g / 5 N and 1000 g / 10 N.
The instrument can also be incorporated into experiments involving friction, pulling force, equilibrium, mechanics and force comparison. Its compact construction makes it easy to integrate with laboratory stands, masses and other mechanics apparatus.
For reliable operation, applied loads should remain within the specified capacity of the selected balance. Excessive loading can permanently deform the spring and affect subsequent measurement accuracy.
Manufactured and supplied by Micro Technologies, the Spring Balance is suitable for physics laboratories, mechanics laboratories, scientific laboratories and other experimental applications requiring straightforward mechanical force measurement.
Features
- Rectangular plastic body
- Metal graduated scale
- Graduations in gram and Newton
- Integrated zero adjuster
- Upper suspension ring
- Lower load hook
- Mechanical spring mechanism
- Multiple measuring capacities
- Direct force indication
- Compact hand-held configuration
- Suitable for suspended measurements
- Useful for Hooke's law demonstrations
- No battery required
- Simple laboratory operation
- Suitable for repeated measurements
Benefits
- Measures force directly in Newtons
- Provides corresponding gram scale
- Multiple ranges suit different experimental requirements
- Zero adjustment supports consistent measurements
- Suspension ring enables convenient mounting
- Load hook simplifies attachment of objects and masses
- Useful for mechanics and force experiments
- Supports spring-extension investigations
- Mechanical operation eliminates electrical power requirements
- Compact construction simplifies storage and handling
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Spring Balance |
| Product Type | Mechanical Force Measuring Instrument |
| Body | Rectangular Plastic |
| Scale | Metal |
| Scale Units | Gram & Newton |
| Measuring Mechanism | Spring |
| Zero Adjustment | Provided |
| Upper Attachment | Suspension Ring |
| Lower Attachment | Load Hook |
| Minimum Available Range | 0–100 g / 1 N |
| Maximum Available Range | 0–1000 g / 10 N |
| Operation | Mechanical |
| Power Requirement | Not Required |
| Primary Application | Force / Weight Measurement |
| Use | Physics / Mechanics Laboratory |
Available Models
| Model | Measuring Range |
|---|---|
| MT-SB-1 | 0–100 g / 1 N |
| MT-SB-2 | 0–200 g / 2 N |
| MT-SB-3 | 0–500 g / 5 N |
| MT-SB-4 | 0–1000 g / 10 N |
Applications
- Force measurement
- Weight measurement
- Hooke's law experiments
- Spring extension investigations
- Friction experiments
- Pulling-force measurements
- Mechanics experiments
- Force comparison
- Equilibrium investigations
- Mass and force demonstrations
- Laboratory stand experiments
- Physics laboratory practicals
- Mechanical measurement demonstrations
Available Variants
Spring Balance 1 N, Spring Balance 2 N, Spring Balance 5 N, Spring Balance 10 N, Newton Spring Balance, Laboratory Spring Balance, Mechanical Spring Balance, Force Measuring Spring Balance, Dual Scale Spring Balance
SKU System
MT-SB-Series
FAQs
What is a Spring Balance used for?
A Spring Balance is used for measuring force or the weight force of an object using the extension of an internal spring.
What measuring ranges are available?
The available ranges are 0–100 g / 1 N, 0–200 g / 2 N, 0–500 g / 5 N and 0–1000 g / 10 N.
Does the Spring Balance show readings in Newtons?
Yes. The scale provides readings in Newtons as well as grams.
Does it have a zero adjustment facility?
Yes. A zero adjuster is provided so the starting indication can be set appropriately before taking measurements.
What is the suspension ring used for?
The upper ring allows the Spring Balance to be suspended from a suitable laboratory stand, support or experimental arrangement.
What is the load hook used for?
The lower hook is used for attaching the object, mass or other load whose force is to be measured.
Can it be used for Hooke's law experiments?
Yes. A Spring Balance can support suitable demonstrations involving the relationship between applied force and spring extension.
Which range should be selected?
The measuring range should be selected according to the maximum expected load. The applied force should remain within the rated capacity of the selected instrument.
Does the Spring Balance require batteries?
No. It is a mechanical measuring instrument and does not require batteries or an external power supply.
Where can Spring Balances be used?
They are suitable for physics laboratories, mechanics laboratories and scientific experimental facilities requiring basic force and weight measurements.
Why Choose Our Products
- Manufactured and supplied by Micro Technologies
- Four measuring ranges available
- Dual gram and Newton graduations
- Convenient zero adjustment
- Suspension ring and load hook arrangement
- Suitable for force and mechanics experiments
- Simple mechanical operation
- Institutional and bulk procurement available
- OEM supply requirements supported
Call to Action
Select the Spring Balance from Micro Technologies for dependable force, weight and mechanics laboratory experiments. Contact us for competitive pricing, required measuring ranges, institutional procurement, bulk laboratory supply, OEM requirements and customized quotations.
