Mettler PM480 Precision Analytical Balance for Laboratory Weighing

The Mettler PM480 is a precision analytical balance designed for accurate weighing of diverse materials in laboratory settings, including applications in molecular diagnostics and bioprocessing. It provides two ranges of readability—0.001 g up to 80 g and 0.01 g from 80 g to a maximum weighing capacity of 400 g—enabling high-resolution measurements critical in biotechnology workflows such as molecular cloning and synthetic biology research.

Key technical features include:

• Weighing capacity: 0–400 g, suitable for a wide range of laboratory samples, including small animals and biochemical reagents
• Precision readability: dual scale with 0.001 g and 0.01 g increments to enhance accuracy and reproducibility
• Calibration weight: 100 g standard for reliable calibration and consistent measurement accuracy
• Connectivity: ability to interface with printers to document weighing results, supporting compliance in clinical diagnostics and biomanufacturing
• Electrical specifications: operates on 100–120/200/240V voltage with 60/50Hz frequency, consuming 80/45mA current, adaptable to international laboratory environments

The PM480 balance is widely adopted in biotechnology and biomedical engineering labs due to its precision, reliability, and versatility, making it essential for live-cell analysis, molecular weight quantification, and analytical procedures in synthetic biology and gene editing workflows. Its robust performance supports critical biopharmaceutical production pipelines and molecular biology research requiring precise mass measurement.