AX analytical balances and

MX/UMX microbalances from

METTLER TOLEDO.

Utmost measurement

performance for maximum

certainty.

That’s the weigh!

Setting the standard: analytical and microbalances.

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Operation of microbalances and analytical balances

A question of adjustment.Configure your ownspecific methods.

Direct access.Individuality at the workplace ismotivating. And results in fast andreliable work. Which is why the bal-ance can be configured according tothe task. Up to eight password-pro-tected methods or user settings canbe defined. The desired settings canbe called up at a keystroke.

Easy operation.Thanks to touchscreen technologyconfiguring the balance is especiallyeasy. The screen guides you. Youselect and confirm with the touch ofa fingertip. The selected settings arethen saved automatically.

Everything visible.A glance at the large, clear screentells you not only the weight valuebut also information about yourapplication. The information to bedisplayed about the application andfunctions can be individually definedby each user.

Multilingual dialogue.The operator dialogue is in thelanguage of your choice: English,German, French, Spanish, Italian,Japanese or Russian.

Eight mutually independent user settings can be configured at will

Easy operation with TouchScreen

Alphanumeric keypad for clear identification of samples

Information window gives clear overview of application progress

Practical.The alphanumeric keypad can becalled up for easy input of user,application, and sample informa-tion.

“Now I can configure the balanceindividually. Just the way I like it.I save the selected settings andactivate them under my name. SoI always work with a completelypersonalized balance.”Gisela Bender , lab technic ian

Informs:The display can show additionalindividual information about theprogress of each application.

A soft touch on the name.One of the eight individualbalance configurations isimmediately activated.

During the process: Easy tooperate, clear overview, reliablefunctioning.

Perfect documentationalso. Assured traceabilitycomplies with all qualityassurance regulations.

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SmartSens for microbalances and analytical balances

Door opener.SmartSens automatically opensthe weighing chamber for you.

Automatic and smart.SmartSens comprises two sensors,one at each side of the weighingchamber. If a hand approaches,the chamber automatically opens atthe left, at the right, or completely.When the hand is removed, theglass weighing chamber doorsslide shut and the weighing processstarts.

Safe weighing results.Hands-free weighing with Smart-Sens lets you focus entirely onhandling the sample. So you canavoid unnecessary waste of samplematerial.

Personal adjustment.The way SmartSens functions canbe configured differently to suitpersonal work styles. Each config-uration is then saved together withother settings for up to eight differ-ent balance operators.

SmartSens for hands-free operation

Operator terminal can be positioned as convenient

Display unit can be set at the best angle for good visibility

No messing.SmartSens makes new ways ofoperating the balance possible.The automatic system functionsflawlessly, even under difficult orcontaminated conditions, andis always dependable. No mainte-nance work or adjustments arenecessary.

A new slant.You can adjust the inclination ofthe operator terminal to make iteasy to read even under unfavor-able lighting conditions.

Proceed with caution.Operation without con-tact, thanks to SmartSens.Ideal in contaminatedenvironments.

“Hands-free operation – a simplebut brilliant idea. This leaves meboth hands free for weighing –but on only with these balances.”John Mi l ler , lab technic ian

Keep your handsto yourself. Thanksto SmartSens youcan weigh withoutever touching thebalance: taring,printing, openingand closing thedoor, weighing – all automatic.

Personal inclination.You can adjust theangle of the displayunit. This makes iteasy to read from anydirection, even whenthe lighting is lessthan perfect.

Keeping yourdistance. The op-erator terminal canbe completelyseparated from theweighing unit andpositioned up tofive meters away.

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The range of microbalances and analytical balances

A shared resolution.Highest accuracy with thesmallest samples.

Weighing range electronically accurate to 0.0001 mg

Comprehensive product range with capacities up to 510 g

High-resolution models for smallest samples

proFACT for fully automatic calibration and linearity adjustment

MinWeigh for utmost certainty when weighing very small quantities

A new benchmark.METTLER TOLEDO has again setnew standards for analytical weigh-ing with its UMX and MX micro-balances and its AX analyticalbalances.

Safety factor.Sophisticated electronic circuitry,with high computing power, filtersout environmental disturbancesduring weighing, such as shakingand air circulation, more effectivelythan ever. This produces resultsat accuracies and speeds neverbefore achieved.

Automatic precision.Even the slightest environmentalinfluences such as temperature fluc-tuations affect the weighing results.The built-in proFACT automaticcalibration system counteracts this.When the balance goes outside settolerances, it uses built-in weightsto recalibrate itself fully automati-cally. At the same time linearizationis carried out over the entire weigh-ing range. This means that proFACTreduces your costs, because youcan forget those daily checks usingexternal weights.

Precious little.UMX, MX and AX balances offerhigh maximum loads at a mostaccurate readability down to0.1µg. This means that somemodels have up to 50 million divi-sions of resolution. So you canwork with even smaller samplesand easily comply with interna-tional regulations for a definedminimum allowable weight.

Minimal. Smaller mini-mum samples are possi-ble thanks to unprece-dented accuracies withthe additional inner draftshield on the AX balance.

Calibration. Fully automatic,thanks to proFACT. The AXlowers two built-in weightsautomatically onto theweighing pan, ensuring thatyou continue to weigh withoptimum precision at alltimes over the entire weigh-ing range.

Little difference. With Delta-Range models, a fine weigh-ing range with ten times theaccuracy of the regular rangeis recalled every time thebalance is tared within a cer-tain range. This is ideal whenusing heavy tare containersfor very small samples.

100% correct weighing results.MinWeigh warns unmistakablywith a weight symbol and graydisplay if the minimum weightallowed by international guide-lines is fallen below. Which en-sures that expensive substancesare used optimally and notwasted.You will find more informationabout MinWeigh on page 18.

“Today, particularly in the field ofmolecular biology, we work withextremely expensive substances andcompounds. There is therefore scopefor reducing costs, and we takeadvantage of balances such as thenew AX, MX and UMX fromMETTLER TOLEDO to do just this.It is fantastic how these balancesachieve the specified standarddeviations, even with the smallest ofsamples, and thus guarantee validweight measurements.”Taro Yamada, Lab Manager

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UMX ultra-microbalances and MX microbalances

On a fine scale. UMX ultra-microbalances and MX microbalances.

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Separate electronics unit for minimum disturbance to weighing process

Door opened ‘hands-free’ or from keypad

Rugged construction

Overload protection

Easy to clean with removable draft shield

Filter weighing kit for filter diameters up to 100 mm

Details count.Earlier models set new standardsa few years ago, and are todayregarded as the industry benchmark.Now the latest ultra-microbalancesand microbalances represent amarked improvement with newelectronics and fine honing of everydetail. Here again our aim was tofulfill the wishes and needs of users,or better, to exceed their expecta-tions.

Practical solutions.Despite the sophisticated and clevertechnology which is used to per-form a weighing operation with anunprecedented 50 million calibra-tion divisions, the concept of thishigh-end balance is completelypractical. Every detail bears witnessto this. As you work from onesample to the next, you will seethat the new METTLER TOLEDOUMX and MX microbalances aredesigned to boost efficiency,increase reliability and guaranteenetwork compatibility.

Reference class.The performance of UMX and MXbalances is already making themvalued instruments in metrologicalinstitutes for the certification ofweights. And their operation is justas simple and convenient as withanalytical balances.

Highly accurate differen-tial weighing. With areproducibility never beforeachieved. The filter setis designed for weighingthe finest traces of filterresidue (filters up to110 mm diameter).

“C’est magnifique, when the bestgets even better. Like with the newMX and UMX balances fromMETTLER TOLEDO. Now we canbe certain that we are obtainingvalid results even withminimum-weight samples.”Pier re Louvelqual i ty manager

Straightforwardcleaning. Simply removethe round glass draftshield by hand, and thebalance is easy to clean.

Minutest weighings. With the UMXbalances, samples of up to 5 g can beweighed to an accuracy of 0.1 µg.

Accessible from both sides.You can place objects in theweighing chamber from theleft or the right: the motor-ized draft shield can be op-erated hands-free, from thekeypad or by hand. In addi-tion, the glass draft shieldcover can be removed forapplications that require it.

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AX semi-microbalances and analytical balances

Freedom of movement. With AX semi-microbalancesand analytical balances.

Practical considerations.These have led to the unequaleddesign of the draft shield on semi-microbalances and analyticalbalances. It can be opened com-pletely. Or only on the side preferredby left- or right-handed users. Or at one side only, for left- or right-handed operators. With hands-freeactuation or at the touch of a key,the doors slide open and shutautomatically. This is what wemean by convenience. But aboveall, efficiency.

Long-term decisions.The materials used to make thesebalances – glass, metal and per-formance polymers – are of thehighest quality. They are resistantto acids. Cleaning is easy, sincethere are virtually no awkwardgrooves or recesses. METTLERTOLEDO balances withstand therigors of intensive daily useundamaged.

Door opened on approach or by pressing a key

Automatic opening for left- or right-handed operation

Free access to weighing pan with no cross-struts

Rugged metal housing

Low-profile square weighing pan

Convenient operation.The display is easy to read, andthe keys are arranged for maxi-mum clarity. A generously dimen-sioned low-profile weighingpan allows you to rest your handon the benchtop when weighingin formulations. The weighingchamber is easy to clean.

“I can reach the weighing panfrom the side that suits me best.Being left-handed, that makes mylife a lot easier. And that’s thegreat thing about the AX – handyto use, just like I wanted.”Gisela Bender , lab technic ian

Detailed print-outs. ISO- and GLP-com-pliant reports printed by the GA42 onplain paper. It documents the calibrationprocedures initiated automatically by theAX together with the date, sample andidentification numbers, time of day, typeof instrument and serial number, andmarks a space for your signature.

Free access to weighingchamber. SmartSensopens the weighing cham-ber at the left, at the rightor entirely, depending onthe active configuration,when a hand approachesthe balance. The frontpane provides a protectionagainst radiant heat fromthe person working withthe balance.

Easy on the arm. Whendosing into low containersyou can rest your hand onthe benchtop, since theweighing pan is at such anunusually low level.

Free access to the weighingpan. The three-part draftshield can be opened as awhole, leaving no cross-strutsto obstruct access. However,it can also be opened only atthe top, left side or right sideto access the weighingchamber. So you only needto open the chamber justenough for the weighing taskconcerned.

Free access for robotarms. The generouslydimensioned weighingchamber, with no cross-struts, offers unobstructedaccess from three sideswhen required.

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Applications and interfaces for UMX, MX and AX balances

A good all-rounder.Network compatibility withbuilt-in applications.

Plug and weigh.The AX, MX and UMX interfaceconcept guarantees maximumflexibility. One RS232 interface isfitted as standard. You can alsoequip the balances with an addi-tional RS232 interface, a LocalCANuniversal interface or a downward-compatible interface.

Programmable for the future.LocalCAN is a particularly safeinvestment in future technology. The possibility of programming itexternally means that this interfacecan also comply with future stand-ards. In addition, it enables upto five peripheral devices to be con-nected at the same time.

Integration into existing systems.If an AX, MX or UMX balance needsto be integrated into an existingsystem configuration, the ‘Mini-Mettler’ interface is ideal.

Built-in user-guided software as standard

For density determination, differential weighing, PipetCheck, plus-minus weighing,

piece counting

Optional second interface, LocalCAN or RS232

Versatility. The flexible interface con-cept allows several devices to beconnected at the same time. Whetheryou use an RS232 interface or, with thefuture in mind, a LocalCAN interface:just connect the peripherals – andyou’re in business.

Task-specific adaptability.Practical methods for variousfrequently used applications areincorporated as standard software.Density determination. You cancalculate the density of solidobjects and liquids directly withthe buoyancy method. The result isdisplayed immediately on thebalance screen.Differential weighing. Frequentlya routine task: measuring the differ-ence between initial and residualweights as a percentage and ingrams. With this application youare free to specify your own work-ing method and sequence.Pipette checking. The gravimetricmethod is a particularly reliableand simple way of verifying theaccuracy of a pipette. All the data,results, and tolerances of 20 pipettescan be saved in the database.The data, results, and tolerances of20 pipettes can be stored.

Sophistication. The density kit,accessed from the left or the right,with software already incorporated inthe balance for automatically deter-mining the density of solid objectsand liquids.

Reliability. The pipette checkingapplication is a very simple andreliable method for verifying theprecision and accuracy of yourpipettes. Giving you confidence atall times when pipetting.

Straight talking. You are guidedthrough the differential weighingprocedure step by step. Naturallyin the language of your choice:English, German, French,Spanish, Italian, Japanese, or Russian.

Pipetting with METTLER TOLEDO.RAININ, a METTLER TOLEDO com-pany, offers a complete system ofhand-friendly pipettes, tips, andaccessories. You will find more in-formation at www.mt.com

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LabX software for instrument control

Complete overview.Everything under control.

Complete support for 21 CFR Part 11.LabX provides all the tools needed for FDA-compliant datamanagement and storage according to 21 CFR Part 11.These include comprehensive user management, accessprotection, electronic signature capability, and audit trailfunctionality. For system validation METTLER TOLEDOoffers comprehensive support as well as a two-volumevalidation manual so that your validation costs stay withinlimits.

LabX software for balances

If you have questions please do not hesitate to contact us orvisit our website at

www.mt.com/LabX

LabX LabX pro balance light balance

METTLER TOLEDO Balances AX, MX, UMX, AG, XS, XP, instruments supported PR, SR, PG, PG-S, SG, AT, MT, UMTClient/server architecture •Control of multiple instruments •Instrument management • •21 CFR Part 11 support •Direct access from balance (RapidAccess) •Online view/control in real time • •Task/methods editor • •Automatic statistics/control diagrams • •Report generator • •LIMS connectability •

Company network

ProductionServer

LabOffice

Monitor your measurements– with LabX, from whereveryou like.LabX allows measurements withAX/MX/UMX balances and titratorsto be monitored from anywhere inthe network. Just connect yourinstruments to a PC or directly toyour company's Ethernet networkand you can validate the data fromyour office or observe measure-ments in real time while you workat another workplace.

Direct access to LabX froma balance.

You can work with LabX withoutever touching a computer. Balanceslike the AX, MX, and UMX allowyou to login to LabX directly fromthe balance. To do so, the balancedoes not even have to be directlyconnected to a computer: just con-nect it to your company networkvia the METTLER TOLEDO e-Linkbox.

Completely efficientinstrument management.With LabX you can manage yourinstruments centrally. Operationssuch as validating calibration data,or updating methods, can be per-formed on the same PC. If desired,changes can be implemented glob-ally for all connected instruments.So you save time and avoid errors.

Simplify your routine work.LabX helps you to simplify yourdaily work in many areas. For ex-ample, you can import your sampledata directly from LIMS, create tem-plates for daily routine analyses,prepare statistics and control dia-grams, and much more besides.LabX provides you with an array oftemplates for simple and differentialweighing so you can greatly simplify your application structure.

System solutions for maximumprocess optimization. e-Link can be integrated into existing softwaresolutions such as LabX andFreeWeigh.Net.

Integrate your instruments into your network with e-Link

e-Link Ethernet Interface allows you to integrate balances,titrators, checkweighers, and terminals into your networkwithout any adaptation of software or hardware, and withe-Link IP even in wet or hazardous areas. e-Link offerseverything needed for networking – a processor, a ruggedTCP/IP stack, a webserver, and a network connection tocreate an Ethernet bridge to your serial devices.You will find more information on our website at www.mt.com/elink

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Technical data and accessories

AX/MX/UMX balances

Standard features • Backlit graphic display with touch screen

operation• ProFACT, fully automatic temperature-driven

calibration and linearization• Built-in RS232 interface; plug-in module avail-

able for optional second interface of your choice• Glass draft shield with automatic door opening

and removable cover • SmartSens for hands-free operation• Replaceable protective cover• Below-the-balance weighing facility• AC/DC adapter for connection to AC power line• Country-specific power cable• Weighing adapter for optimum adaptation to

ambient conditions

All models can: • Download software from the Internet• Display various units of weight• Determine the density of solids and liquids• Perform differential weighing• Check the precision of pipettes• Make statistical evaluations• Calculate with factors• Carry out piece counting and percent weighing

operations• Be tared over the entire weighing range• MinWeigh (activated by local MT Service at your

workplace)

Accessories • LocalCAN universal interface module• RS232 interface module• MiniMettler interface module• Auxiliary display• Interface cable• BalanceLink PC software for data acquisition

by a PC• Foot switch• Carrying case

RS-P42 printerThe RS-P42 printer docu-ments the measurementvalues from the UMX, MX,and AX simply and secure-ly according to guidelinesof modern Q systems.

AX-SE – for weighing in contaminated or underpressure environments

Thanks to a separate controlunit for all AX modules theelectronics can be placedseparate from the weighingcell.5 m cable.

Part no. 11100030

Funnel setFor simple weighing of smallamounts of powdery substances.For balance models: MX/UMXMX/UMX funnel set

Part no. 211220

For balance models:AX26, AX26DRAX105DRAX205, AX205DR

AX filter set for filters up to ∅ 105 mm

Part no. 210470

For balance models:MX, UMX

Filter sets for filters up to Filter sets for filters up to ∅ 50 mm ∅ 110 mm

Part no. 211214 211227

Filter weighingSpecial filter sets for MX micro and AX semi-micro balances.Suitable for filters up to 110 mm diameter. The special construc-tion largely prevents disturbing environmental influences.

5 m terminal cable withcover plate.

Part no. 11100081

AX105DR AX205 AX205DR AX204 AX204DR AX304 AX504 AX504DR110 g 220 g 220 g 220 g 220 g 310 g 510 g 510 g31 g – 81 g – 81 g – – 81 g0.1 mg 0.01 mg 0.1 mg 0.1 mg 1 mg 0.1 mg 0.1 mg 1 mg0.01 mg – 0.01 mg – 0.1 mg – – 0.1 mg0.05 mg 0.03 mg 0.06 mg 0.07 mg 0.6 mg 0.1 mg 0.1 mg 0.6 mg0.015 mg (10 g) 0.015 mg (10 g) 0.015 mg (10 g) 0.05 mg (10 g) 0.05 mg (10 g) 0.07 mg (10 g) 0.07 mg (10 g) 0.1 mg (10 g)0.15 mg 0.1 mg 0.15 mg 0.2 mg 0.3 mg 0.3 mg 0.4 mg 0.5 mg0.25 mg 0.25 mg 0.25 mg 0.25 mg 0.25 mg 0.5 mg 0.6 mg 0.6 mg 4.0 x 10–6 1.5 x 10–6 2.0 x 10–6 2.5 x 10–6 3.0 x 10–6 5.0 x 10–6 5.0 x 10–6 7.0 x 10–6

0.0001%/°C 0.0001%/°C 0.0001%/°C 0.0001%/°C 0.0001%/°C 0.0001%/°C 0.0001%/°C 0.0001%/°C0.0001%/a 0.0001%/a 0.0001%/a 0.0001%/a 0.0001%/a 0.0001%/a 0.0001%/a 0.0001%/a12 s 12 s 12 s 4 s 4 s 4 s 4 s 4 s7 /s 7 /s 7 /s 7 /s 7 /s 7 /s 7 /s 7 /s241 x 505 x 293 241 x 505 x 293 241 x 505 x 293 241 x 505 x 293 241 x 505 x 293 241 x 505 x 293 241 x 505 x 293 241 x 505 x 293– – – – – – – –240 240 240 240 240 240 240 24080 x 80 80 x 80 80 x 80 80 x 80 80 x 80 80 x 80 80 x 80 80 x 801) To OIML R76 2) In the temperature range 10...30 °C 3) Stability of sensitivity when first put into operation with proFACT self-adjustment switched on 4) Includes sample handling and stabilization time

0.04 mg +1x10–7•Rgr 0.01 mg +6x10–8•Rgr 0.04 mg +5x10–8•Rgr 0.04 mg +5x10–8•Rgr 0.4 mg +5x10–7•Rgr 0.04 mg +6x10–8•Rgr 0.04 mg +6x10–8•Rgr 0.5 mg +2x10–7•Rgr

0.01 mg +6x10–7•Rgr – 0.01 mg +2.5x10–7•Rgr – 0.04 mg +1.2x10–7•Rgr – – 0.04 mg +4x10–7•Rgr

√ 6x10–12g•Rnt √ 1x10–12g•Rnt √ 3x10–12g•Rnt √ 5x10–12g•Rnt √ 1x10–11g•Rnt √ 8x10–12g•Rnt √ 8x10–12g•Rnt √ 1.5x10-11·Rnt

5x10–7•Rnt 2.5x10–7•Rnt 2.5x10–7•Rnt 2.5x10–7•Rnt 2.5x10–7•Rnt 2.5x10–7•Rnt 2x10–7•Rnt 2x10–7•Rnt

8x10–7•Rnt 6x10–7•Rnt 6x10–7•Rnt 6x10–7•Rnt 6x10–7•Rnt 6x10–7•Rnt 8x10–7•Rnt 8x10–7•Rnt

120 mg +3x10–4•Rgr 30 mg +1.8x10–4•Rgr 120 mg +1.5x10–4•Rgr 120 mg +1.5x10–4•Rgr 1200 mg +1.5x10–3•Rgr 120 mg +1.8x10–4•Rgr 120 mg +1.8x10–4•Rgr 1500 mg +6x10–4•Rgr

30 mg +1.8x10–3•Rgr – 30 mg +7.5x10–4•Rgr – 120 mg +3.6x10–4•Rgr – – 120 mg +1.2x10–3•Rgr

U ionizerUsable with practically all balances and weighingobjects, the ionization system comprises a U-shaped ionizer and a high-voltage power supplyunit. The object or container being weighed isdischarged by being passed through the U ionizerwhen loading the balance. The object beingweighed is neutralized. The neutralization processtakes only seconds. Although the ionizer uses ahigh voltage, it can be touched with absolutesafety. You will find more information about anti-static solutions in our separate brochure.

Technical data (threshold values) UMX2 UMX5 MX5 AX26 AX26DRMaximum capacity 2,1 g 5,1 g 5,1 g 22 g 21 g

Maximum capacity of fine range – – – – 3 gReadability 0,0001 mg 0,0001 mg 0,001 mg 0,001 mg 0,01 mg

Readability in fine range – – – – 0,002 mgRepeatability (sd) at maximum capacity 0,00025 mg 0,0004 mg 0,0009 mg 0,002 mg 0,006 mg

Repeatability (sd) (at gross capacity) 0,00025 mg (0,2 g) 0,00025 mg (0,2 g) 0,0008 mg (0,2 g) 0,0015 mg (1 g) 0,002 mg (1 g)Linearity 0,001 mg 0,004 mg 0,004 mg 0,006 mg 0,008 mg

Corner load at 1/2 maximum capacity1) 0,0025 mg 0,005 mg 0,005 mg 0,025 mg 0,025 mgSensitivity drift 1,5x10–5 7,0x10–6 7,0x10–6 2,5x10–6 3,0x10–6

Temperature drift of sensitivity2) 0,0001%/°C 0,0001%/°C 0,0001%/°C 0,0001%/°C 0,0001%/°CStability of sensitivity3) 0,0001%/a 0,0001%/a 0,0001%/a 0,0001%/a 0,0001%/a

Typical weighing time4) 16 s 18 s 16 s 16 s 16 sUpdate rate of the interface 7 /s 7 /s 7 /s 7 /s 7 /s

Weighing unit dimensions (wxdxh) [mm] 128 x 287 x 113 128 x 287 x 113 128 x 287 x 113 241 x 505 x 293 241 x 505 x 293Control unit dimensions (wxdxh) [mm] 224 x 366 x 94 224 x 366 x 94 224 x 366 x 94 – –

Effective height draft shield [mm] 55 55 55 240 240Weighing pan dimensions (wxd) [mm] 16 16 27 28 32

Typical data for calculating the measurement uncertainty

Typical repeatability (sd) 0.0002 mg +2.5x10–8• Rgr 0.0002 mg +3x10–8•Rgr 0.0005 mg +4x10–8•Rgr 0.001 mg +2.5x10–8•Rgr 0.004 mg +5x10–8•Rgr

Typical repeatability in fine range (sd) – – – – 0.0015 mg +5x10–7•Rgr

Typical differential non-linearity (sd) √ 1x10–14g•Rnt √ 8x10–14g•Rnt √ 8x10–14g•Rnt √ 5x10–14g•Rnt √ 8x10–14g•Rnt

Typical differential corner-load deviation (sd) 2.5x10–7•Rnt 3x10–7•Rnt 3x10–7•Rnt 2.5x10–7•Rnt 2.5x10–7•Rnt

Typical sensitivity drift (sd) 3x10–6•Rnt 1.5x10–6•Rnt 1.5x10–6•Rnt 8x10–7•Rnt 8x10–7•Rnt

Typical minimum weight (per USP)1) 0.6 mg+7.5x10–5•Rgr 0.6 mg +9x10–5•Rgr 1.5 mg +1.2x10–4•Rgr 3 mg +7.5x10–5•Rgr 12 mg +1.5x10–4•Rgr

Typical minimum weight (per USP) in fine range1) – – – – 4.5 mg +1.5x10–3•Rgr

sd: Standard deviation Rgr: Gross weight Rnt: Net weight (sample weight) a: Year (annum)1) The minimum weight can be improved by the following measures: Choice of more suitable weighing parameters, selection of a better location, use of smaller tare containers, use of an inner draft shield

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Tailored service from METTLER TOLEDO.We offer the corresponding all-roundservice for balances which form part of aquality management system or are used in regulated areas.

Systematic control of inspection, test, and measuring equip-ment is more important than ever before. Not only as acrucial component of seamless quality assurance but alsoas an additional instrument for permanently reducing costs.It also avoids complaints by inspectors and auditors. The Q-circle (qualification/validation) illustrates simply howthe regulations are applied in practice to a balance and how we can support you with our services in all areas.

Suitable for:• Companies which comply with GMP, GLP, ISO• FDA regulated areas• Pharmaceutical industry• Chemical industry (suppliers to the pharma industry)• Biotechnology• Food industry• Electrical, metal, and automobile industries

Service PackagesSimply select the appropriate servicepackage according to the demandsplaced on the balance. You can addfurther services to ensure the pack-age matches your changing require-ments.

Service specialistsWith sales and service companiesin more than 100 countries,METTLER TOLEDO ensures you are cared for by highly trainedspecialists.

Service know-howKnowledge and practical experi-ence is exchanged within ourglobal service network – for yourbenefit, too.

METTLER TOLEDO MinWeigh and service

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When very small weights are highly important.

Central challenge: Standards.MinWeigh provides an outstandingservice where guidelines of a qual-ity assurance system such as GLPor GMP apply.

Central question: quality. In aquality management system, mea-surement uncertainty cannot be leftto chance. It must lie within definedlimits. How large must the mini-mum weight be to come inside thetolerances of the quality manage-ment system?

MinWeigh, another innovation from METTLER TOLEDO.MinWeigh is the new “Quality Application” for AX, MX, and UMX balances.MinWeigh revolutionizes weighing where very small weights become highlyimportant because quality management demands absolute compliance withspecified tolerances. Because MinWeigh answers the minimum weightquestion with unprecedented precision.

Central function: MinWeigh. METTER TOLEDO offers a solutionfor the minimum weight with theMinWeigh application which isbuilt into the AX/MX/UMX balances.MinWeigh knows the requiredminimum weight. If the minimumweight is not reached, MinWeighdetects the error and warns you viathe balance terminal. Further use ofnon-compliant weighing results isprevented.

The basic setting is made by a METTLERTOLEDO service technician at the placewhere the balance will stand. In otherwords, in your laboratory. The technicianperforms the necessary measurements.According to the specifications of yourquality assurance system he determinesthe minimum weight with the best possiblesettings and the typically used tare weight.

When the minimum weight is reached,the display changes from gray to black.The weight symbol disappears.

If the minimum weight is notreached, the net weight is

marked with an asterisk onthe report.

Design Qualification (DQ)Define the requirements for a product according to the specification,regulations, and compliances.

Installation Qualification (IQ)Correct and documented installation at the right location.

Operational Qualification (OQ)Check and confirm the required performance data.

Performance Qualification (PQ)Check that in normal operation the instrument constantly performs according tospecification.

Maintenance Qualification (MQ)Periodic mainten

Make sure that your balance is optimally configured to your needs right from the start. Qualification of yourbalance ensures precision, reliability, and a long service life. Benefit from the worldwide know-how and years-long experience of METTLER TOLEDO. Combine our different service offerings into an optimal solution for yourservice needs.Packaged service. Tailored to your needs.

www.mt.com/service

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CA Mettler-Toledo Inc., Ontario, CanadaTel (800) 638-8537, Fax (905) 681-8036

CH Mettler-Toledo (Schweiz) AG, CH-8606 GreifenseeTel. (01) 944 45 45, Fax (01) 944 45 10

CN Mettler-Toledo (Shanghai) Ltd., Shanghai 200233Tel. (21) 6485 04 35, Fax (21) 6485 33 51

CZ Mettler-Toledo, spol, s.r.o., CZ-100 00 Praha 10Tel. (0) 272 123 150, Fax (0) 272 123 170

DE Mettler-Toledo GmbH, D-35353 GiessenTel. (0641) 50 70, Fax (0641) 507 128

DK Mettler-Toledo A/S, DK-2600 GlostrupTel. (43) 270 800, Fax (43) 270 828

ES Mettler-Toledo S.A.E., E-08908 BarcelonaTel. (93) 223 76 00, Fax (93) 223 76 01

FR Mettler-Toledo s.a., F-78222 ViroflayTel. (0) 130 97 17 17, Fax (0) 1 30 97 16 16

HK Mettler-Toledo (HK) Ltd., KowloonTel. (02) 744 12 21, Fax (02) 744 68 78

HR Mettler-Toledo, d.o.o., HR-10000 ZagrebTel. (01) 230 41 47, Fax (01) 41 233 63 17

HU Mettler-Toledo, KFT, H-1139 Budapest Tel. (01) 288 40 40, Fax (01) 288 40 50

IN Mettler-Toledo India Pvt Ltd, Mumbai 400 072Tel. (22) 2857 08 08, Fax (22) 2857 50 71

IT Mettler-Toledo S.p.A., I-20026 Novate MilaneseTel. (02) 333 321, Fax (02) 356 29 73

JP Mettler-Toledo K.K., Tokyo 143-006Tel. (3) 5762 0606, Fax (3) 5762 0756

KR Mettler-Toledo (Korea) Ltd., Seoul 137-891Tel. (02) 3498-3500, Fax (02) 3498-3555

KZ Mettler-Toledo CA, 480009 AlmatyTel. (07) 3272 980 834, Fax (07) 3272 980 835

MY Mettler-Toledo (M) Sdn. Bhd., 40150 SelangorTel. (03) 784 55 773, Fax (03) 784 58 773

MY Mettler-Toledo (S.E.A.), 40150 SelangorTel. (03) 7845 5373, Fax (03) 7845 3478

MX Mettler-Toledo S.A. de C.V., México C.P. 06430Tel. (05) 547 57 00, Fax (05) 541 65 13

NL Mettler-Toledo B.V., NL-4004 JK TielTel. (0344) 638 363, Fax (0344) 638 390

PL Mettler-Toledo, Sp. z o.o., PL-02-929 WarszawaTel. (22) 651 92 32, Fax (22) 651 71 72

RU Mettler-Toledo C.I.S. AG, 10 1000 MoskauTel. (95) 921 92 11, Fax (95) 921 63 53

SE Mettler-Toledo AB, S-12008 StockholmTel. (08) 702 50 00, Fax (08) 642 45 62

SG Mettler-Toledo (S) Pte. Ltd., Singapore 139959Tel. 65-6890 0011, Fax 65-6890 0012/13

SK Mettler-Toledo, SK-82104 BratislavaTel. (02) 434 27 496, Fax (02) 433 37 190

SI Mettler-Toledo, d.o.o., SI-1236 TrzinTel. (01) 562 1801, Fax (01) 562 1789

TH Mettler-Toledo (Thailand) Ltd., Bangkok 10320Tel. (02) 723 0300, Fax (02) 719 6479

TW Mettler-Toledo Pac Rim AG, Taipei 114Tel. (02) 2657 8898, Fax (02) 2657 0776

UK Mettler-Toledo Ltd., Leicester, LE4 1AWTel. (0116) 235 70 70, Fax (0116) 236 63 99

US Mettler-Toledo, Inc., Columbus, OH 43240Tel. (614) 438 4511, Fax (614) 438 4900

For all other countries: Mettler-Toledo GmbHPO Box VI-400, CH-8606 GreifenseeTel. +41-1-944 22 11, Fax +41-1-944 31 70

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