3 kg Precision Industrial Scale Heavy-Duty, 52 mm LCD Readout, IP65 - KERN

Benefit from high-precision readability, robust heavy-duty construction and full IP65 protection for reliable workshop weighing; order the industrial balance directly via Metav Werkzeuge or ask our consultants if needed.

Industrial balance IFB.6K-3SM – heavy-duty, IP65-protected weighing system by KERN

The Industrial balance IFB.6K-3SM is a heavy-duty industrial weighing instrument with calibration approval, intended for precise weighing, parts counting and quality assurance tasks in production and laboratory-adjacent workshop environments.

• Heavy-duty design with calibration approval
• IP65 dust and water protection
• Stainless steel 230×230 mm weighing plate
• Large 52 mm LCD digits for clear readouts

Repeatable precision that supports quality control

The core advantage of this instrument is its reproducible accuracy: with a readability of 1 g / 2 g and reproducibility values down to 0.001 kg / 0.002 kg, the unit delivers consistent results for process control and inspection tasks. The strain-gauge system converts load to an electrical signal with minimal drift, enabling reliable statistical control in batch processes. Minimum net weights of 0.02 kg / 0.04 kg and a smallest part weight for counting of 200 mg make the device suitable for both bulk weighing and fine counting applications, reducing rework and error rates on the shop floor.

Built for demanding environments and continuous use

Robust construction ensures long service life: the housing combines durable plastic with a stainless steel weighing plate sized 230×230 mm, providing a flat, corrosion-resistant surface for frequent loading. With an IP65 rating the assembly is protected against dust ingress and water jets, permitting operation in humid or dusty production areas. The permitted operating range of -10 °C to 40 °C and maximum ambient humidity of 80% support stable performance in typical industrial settings, while the total instrument weight of 4.6 kg balances portability and solidity for bench or trolley use.

Clear, legally compliant readouts that speed decisions

Large 52 mm LCD digits ensure fast visual checks across the workbench, reducing handling time and misreads in busy operations. The device is supplied in a type approved configuration, indicating calibration approval for legal-for-trade or regulated measurements where required. Available nominal capacities of 3 kg and 6 kg cover a wide range of small- to medium-load applications without sacrificing precision. By combining visible, unambiguous displays with certified weighing accuracy, the balance reduces decision latency for quality inspectors and operators alike.

Practical power and operating features for workshop routines

Power is supplied by the included mains adapter compatible with 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz, and an internal battery option is supported with a typical charging time of 12 h, enabling flexible station setups. The compact footprint and rectangular weighing surface aid handling of irregular or multiple items, while the strain-gauge load cell design minimises maintenance needs. For procurement and traceability, the unit is identified by SKU IFB.6K-3SM and GTIN 4045761244054, ensuring straightforward replacement and inventory control.

For dependable, legally compliant weighing choose the KERN IFB.6K-3SM — contact Metav Werkzeuge in Emmerich for tailored advice by email info@metav-werkzeuge.com or phone +49 2822 7131930

Technical data

• Article number: TIFB-A
• SKU: IFB.6K-3SM
• GTIN: 4045761244054
• Manufacturer: KERN

Key figures

• Capacity: 3 kg; 6 kg
• Readability: 1 g; 2 g
• Reproducibility: 0.001 kg; 0.002 kg
• Minimum weight (min): 0.02 kg; 0.04 kg
• Smallest part weight for counting: 200 mg
• Display digit height: 52 mm
• Operating temperature: -10 °C to 40 °C
• Max ambient humidity: 80%
• Instrument weight: 4.6 kg
• Power input: 100 V - 240 V, 50 / 60 Hz
• Battery charging time: 12 h

Materials & special features

• Housing material: plastic
• Weighing plate: stainless steel
• Protection rating: IP65
• Weighing system: strain-gauge (Dehnungsmessstreifen)
• Weighing surface (rectangular): 230×230 mm
• Origin: CN
• Tariff code: 84238129

FAQ

What does calibration approval mean for this balance?
Calibration approval means the IFB.6K-3SM by KERN is supplied in a configuration that meets legal requirements for trade or regulated measurements, enabling documented, traceable weighing results.

Can the balance be used in damp or dusty production areas?
Yes. The IP65 rating and stainless steel weighing plate allow the balance to operate reliably in dusty or moisture-prone environments typical of many workshops.

Which weighing ranges and resolutions are available?
The device is offered with capacities of 3 kg and 6 kg, with readabilities of 1 g and 2 g respectively, and reproducibility values down to 0.001 kg / 0.002 kg for precise, repeatable measurements.

Is the display legible from a distance during busy operations?
The large 52 mm LCD digits provide high-contrast, easily readable values to speed checks on the workbench and reduce handling time.

Does the balance support parts counting for small components?
Yes. The IFB.6K-3SM supports counting tasks with a smallest reference part weight of 200 mg, making it suitable for component batching and inventory tasks.

KERN • Origin: China • GTIN: 4045761244054