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SKU NV221
Ohaus
Ohaus NV221 Navigator Portable Balance Scale
$250.00
In stockOhaus Navigator NV221 portable balance, 220 g capacity at 0.1 g readability, for general weighing in laboratory, industrial and education settings.
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Description
OHAUS Scale, NV221, Improved Navigator Series Portable Balance, 220 g x 0.1 g
OHAUS Portable Balance Scale Navigator raises the bar in price-performance ratio with the newly-designed Navigator series which is perfect for general weighing applications in laboratory, industrial and education settings. Ruggedly constructed and multifunctional, the Navigator’s a powerful balance that can handle a diverse range of weighing application with features such as fast stabilization time, overload protection at four times its rated capacity, and easy operation.
Design Features
Menu and calibration lock switch, mechanical and software overload/underload protection, stability indicator, low battery indicator, auto shut-off, user-selectable print options, user-selectable communication settings
NV221 Specifications
Maximum Capacity
220 g
Readability
0.1 g
Pan Size (LxW)
5.7 in x 7.5 in (144 mm x 190 mm)
Battery Life
270 Hours with Disposable Batteries
Communication
RS232, USB, Ethernet (Available as Accessories)
Dimensions (LxHxW)
9.1 in x 2.8 in x 8 in (70 mm x 230 mm x 204 mm)
Display
LCD Display with white backlight
In-Use Cover
No
Linearity
± 0.2 g
Net Weight
2.2lb (1 kg)
Pan Construction
Stainless Steel
Power
4 C (LR14) Batteries (Not Included); AC Adapter (Included)
Stabilization Time
1 s
Tare Range
To capacity by subtraction
Transportation Case
Available as an Accessory
Units of Measurement
Carat; Grain; Gram; Newton; Ounce; Ounce Troy; Pennyweight
Working Environment
50°F – 104°F, 85%RH,
non-condensing (10°C – 40°C, 85%RH, non-condensing)
Frequently asked questions
What is the capacity and readability?+
220 g × 0.1 g.
How does it compare to the NV222?+
Same 220 g capacity; the NV221 reads to 0.1 g and the NV222 to 0.01 g.
What is the part number?+
NV221.











