{"id":45038,"date":"2026-04-06T13:29:18","date_gmt":"2026-04-06T11:29:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chestxray.co.za\/?post_type=product&#038;p=45038"},"modified":"2026-05-03T08:14:34","modified_gmt":"2026-05-03T06:14:34","slug":"portable-precision-balances-hcb","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/chestxray.co.za\/?product=portable-precision-balances-hcb","title":{"rendered":"Portable Precision Balances HCB"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Portable Precision Balances HCB \u2013 Suitable for trade use, Highland approved balances contain features that simplify lab work, field testing, jewellery and industrial applications. Durable ABS construction stands up to demanding use, and the ShockProtect\u00ae feature helps prevent damage to the balance from overloads. The Portable Precision Balances HCB approved balance is powered by AC adapter or rechargeable battery, so it operates in settings where electricity is not readily available. A built-in security slot for a Kensington-type lock and cable helps keep the balance safe.<\/p>\n<p>Features:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Vivid, backlit LCD easily visible in any lighting conditions<\/li>\n<li>Programmable backlight can be set to \u201calways on,\u201d \u201calways off\u201d or \u201clight only when weighing\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Capacity tracker built into display for easily monitoring possible overloads<\/li>\n<li>Balances stack efficiently and safely to save space (120mm pan size only)<\/li>\n<li>Colour-coded keys facilitate quick recognition of the most frequently used buttons<\/li>\n<li>Dual tare keys operate with either the left or right hand<\/li>\n<li>Level indicator and adjustable feet ensure proper balance setup for optimum weighing results<\/li>\n<li>Large, grade 304 stainless steel pan allows easy cleaning<\/li>\n<li>Solid ABS housing is durable for industrial use<\/li>\n<li>Three-point ShockProtect\u00ae feature helps prevent overload damage to internal components<\/li>\n<li>Hook included for weighing below the balance<\/li>\n<li>HandiCal\u00ae internal calibration eliminates need for external weight set<\/li>\n<li>USB and RS-232 interfaces provide speedy communication with computers and printers<\/li>\n<li>AC adapter included<\/li>\n<li>Rechargeable battery included for operation almost anywhere<\/li>\n<li>Programmable auto power-off to save energy<\/li>\n<li>Audible overload alarm warns when capacity is exceeded<\/li>\n<li>External calibration allows for verification and adjustment with weights<\/li>\n<li>Selectable digital filtering helps minimise effects of vibration and disturbances<\/li>\n<li>Parts counting with preset sample sizes<\/li>\n<li>Memory accumulation totals results<\/li>\n<li>Zero-tracking feature ensures display returns to zero reading<\/li>\n<li>Security slot for optional lock and cable to help prevent theft<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Portable Precision Balances HCB Specifications:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Capacity 120g to 3000g<\/li>\n<li>Readability 0.001g to 0.1g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Models:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>HCB 123; 153; 302; 602; 602H; 1002; 1502; 3002<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Add to Wishlist<\/p>\n<p> Add to Wishlist<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Highland\u00ae balances are well-suited for lab work, field use, and many industrial applications. The Highland features HandiCal\u00ae internal calibration with a built-in mass, and ShockProtect\u00ae as a safeguard against shock loading and accidental overload.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":74573,"template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[24937],"product_tag":[9379],"class_list":["post-45038","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_cat-other-miscellaneous-other-disposable-consumables-items","product_tag-portable-precision-balances-hcb","first","instock","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-simple"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/chestxray.co.za\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product\/45038","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/chestxray.co.za\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/chestxray.co.za\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/chestxray.co.za\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/74573"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/chestxray.co.za\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=45038"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/chestxray.co.za\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_brand&post=45038"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/chestxray.co.za\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_cat&post=45038"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/chestxray.co.za\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_tag&post=45038"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}