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Sold out and we won't have more stock until on or about August 15, 2010.  We are accepting backorders.

It was a mind boggling offer at $1699.72 (now we slashed the price an additional $300 for a inventory reduction sale) - 320 gram weighing capacity, 0.0001 gram readability, internal motorized calibration, removable 3 door glass draftshield, Legal for Trade, made in Switzerland, in stock for immediate shipping.  Yes, we have the JB1603-C/A-F in stock.

At Precision Weighing Balances we are constantly striving to bring our customers the best values in the world.  We really found an unbelievable gem with the Mettler Toledo JB1603-C/A-F.  This gem balance offers 320 g x 0.0001 g and features motorized internal calibration at the press of a button.  Yes, Yes, that is 4 decimal places in gram weighing mode and 3 decimal places in carats when using the balance in the Non-NTEP mode.

This Mettler Toledo's 4 decimal place balance can save you thousands of dollars compared to other brands and models.  Analytical balances from A&D such as the GH-300 has an MSRP of $3795.00 or Sartorius CPA324S list price is $4600.00.  The bottom line is comparable balances from other manufacturers with a weighing capacity of 320 grams and readability to 0.0001 grams list for roughly $4000, but Mettler Toledo clearly offers the best value with the JB1603-C/A-F gem balance.  Oh, and the Mettler JB1603-C/A-F is made in Switzerland, so you know it is of the finest quality.

Other scale companies' main objective is to talk with you and up sell, but our objective is to sell you a balance at the best value.  Come to the experts at Precision Weighing Balances.  We keep gem balances from Mettler Toledo in stock and ready for immediate delivery.  We do not drop ship balances from Mettler Toledo, we actually have these balances in stock and ready for shipment. 

Mettler Toledo JB1603-C/A-F balances come with different options.  Competing scale companies do not seem to know what the part numbers all mean, but we will break it down for you.  JB1603 is the model number of the Mettler Toledo gem balance, C suffix means JB1603 is part of the carat balance product line, /A means the balance is legal for trade, and -F stands for Fully Automatic Calibration Technology also known as motorized internal calibration.

Mettler Toledo JB1603-CA-F Gem Balance

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Brand Model Capacity Readability
Mettler Toledo JB1603-CA-F Gem Balance 320 g 0.0001 g
Modes
Add. Features
  • Carats
  • Grams
  • Legal For Trade
  • RS-232c
  • Internal Calibration
Comparable Scales

Scientech SA-310IW Internal Cal - $2699.95

A&D Analytical Balance GH-300 - $3130.05

Sartorius Analytical Balance LA310S - $4683.50

Ohaus DV314C analytical balance - $3888.90

Sartorius GD503 Class II Balance - $899.99

AdamLab PW254 Analytical Balance - $1572.50

Sartorius Cubis Precision Lab Balan - $5400.00

Sartorius Lab Analytical CPA324S - $3555.00

Mettler Toledo AL204 Laboratory Balance - $2423.00

Sartorius LA310S Masterpro Lab - $4683.50
MSRP: $2295.00
YOU PAY $1398.72
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Mettler Toledo Carat Scales

Mettler Toledo JB1603-C/A-F Legal for Trade Carat Scale
Your Price $1398.72
S&H via UPS Ground $65.00
Capacity x Readability (g) 320 g x 0.0001 g
Capacity x Readability (mg) 320000 mg x 0.1 mg
Capacity x Readability (ct) 1600 ct x 0.001 ct
Capacity x Readability (lb) 0.705 lb x 0.000001 lb
Capacity x Readability (oz) 11.28747 oz x 0.00001 oz
Capacity x Readability (ozt) 10.28806 ozt x 0.00001 ozt
Capacity x Readability (dwt) 205.7609 dwt x 0.0001 dwt
Primary Weigh Mode Grams, Milligram, Carats
Secondary Weigh Mode Grams, Milligram, Carats, Pounds,
Ounces, Troy Ounces, Pennyweight
( Instructions for changing 2nd weigh unit )
Repeatability 0.001 ct / 0.0001 g
Linearity 0.002 ct / 0.0004 g
Operating Temperature 5°C - 40°C
Sensitivity Drift 2.5 ppm / °C
Response time (s) 4 seconds
Backlight Yes
Below Balance Hook Yes
Pan Size (diameter) ø 3.15 inches
Pan Material Chromium-nickel Steel
External Dimensions 9.6" x 12.6" x 11"
Packaging Dimensions 15" x 16.9" x 19.2"
Max Ht Above Weigh Pan 6.5 inches
Interface Built-in RS232 Interface
Housing Die-cast Aluminum, Painted
Functions Parts Counting, Percent Weighing
Legal for Trade
(NTEP Approval)
YES - CofC 99-133A6
NTEP Mode
Capacity
x Readability (g)
320 g x 0.001 g
NTEP Mode
Capacity x Readability (ct)
1600 ct x 0.001 ct
Calibration Motorized Internal Calibration
(FACT - Fully Automatic Calibration Technology)
Shipping Weight 19 pounds
Place of Origin Made in Switzerland
Warranty 1 Year Limited Manufacturer's Warranty
Mettler Toledo BalanceData Sheet Mettler Toledo JB SeriesDownload data sheet for more information
Mettler Toledo BalanceUser Manual Mettler Toledo JB SeriesDownload user manual for operating instructions

Mettler Toledo JB series gem scales have standard motorized internal calibration (Fully Automatic Calibration Technology - FACT).  The rugged metal housing ensures a long operating life and minimal maintenance costs.  The backlit display ensures that results can always be read clearly.  As an added layer of protection each balance comes with a protective transparent cover made from Barex which covers the main housing of the balance.

The vibration adapter can be used to match your balance to the ambient conditions (vibrations, drafts at location).  If you work in surroundings which are practically free from temperature fluctuations, drafts, and vibrations, select “StabLE”.  On the other hand, if you work in surroundings where the conditions are constantly changing, select “unStAbLE”.  For normal ambient conditions, select “UnivErS” (Standard).  This is the factory setting.

These jewelry scales weigh units in grams or carats, and are legal for trade.  Other functions include piece counting and percent weighing.

Mettler Toledo Carat Scales for Weighing Jewelry
Download the User Manual to understand all the functions & features

(select the model & any of the options and then the"BUY HERE" image)

   Mass Weights Calibration Set Calibration Weights Weighing Mass

Optional Calibration weight and Weight Sets
1mg-100g 21 piece Ulti Mass $1620.00
1g-100g 9 piece Ulti Mass $650.00
50g ASTM Class 1(± 0.12 mg) cal mass $95.00
100g ASTM Class 1(± 0.25 mg) cal mass $100.00
200g ASTM Class 1(± 0.50 mg) cal mass $140.00
 
The Mettler Toledo JB1603-C/A-F is perfect for assaying gold and we describe the technique below.


Fire assay techniques are the most accurate way of determining gold and silver content in mineral samples.  First, a small sample (typically, 0.5 to 1.0 gram) of the metal to be tested is obtained by cutting (or drilling, in the case of a bar).  The sample is carefully weighed in a balance that is accurate to 0.0001 gram.  In the fire assay procedure the samples are mixed with fluxing agents, including lead oxide, and 2 to 3 times its weight of pure silver, and fused at high temperature.  The lead oxide is reduced to lead, which collects the precious metals.  When the fused mixture is cooled, the lead remains at the bottom, while a glass-like slag remains at the top.  The precious metals are separated from the lead in a secondary procedure called cupellation.  The lead button is placed on a magnesia CUPEL in a furnace at 960-1000 degrees Centigrade.  The last two steps are commonly performed together by wrapping the metal sample in a sheet of lead oxide and placing it in a cuppel made of BONE ASH and heating it in  a furnace.  The remaining metal button is then flattened by passing it through a rolling mill and then placed in a nitric acid solution. Any copper and silver is dissolved in the nitric acid and the remaining gold is carefully dried and weighed.  Usually, in 14 Karat samples, the gold that remains at the end will weigh 0.25 to 0.50 gram.  The karat of the sample is determined by the following formula:

Karat = Weight of Pure Gold x 24 / Weight of Original Sample


Please Note:
Mettler Toledo gold balances have long model numbers, and often times you see gold balances that look the same, but have slightly different model numbers.  Below we have provided a chart that explains what these different characters stand for to eliminate confusion.  When you purchase a Mettler Toledo jewelry balance from Precision Weighing Balances, we want you to know exactly what you are getting.

Mettler Toledo Gem Balance Suffix Glossary
Jeweler's Balance /03:Mettler Toledo Balance is equipped with RS232 Interface
Jeweler's Scale /F:Fully Automatic Internal Calibration is included
Gem Balances /L:No Internal Calibration
Jeweler's Gem Scale /A:Mettler Toledo Balance is Legal for Trade (NTEP Approved)
Jeweler Scale C:Carat
Gem Balances G:Gold

Select a Mettler Toledo Balance that meets your specific weighing needs.
Model Capacity x Readability Internal Cal. Price
JB703-C/A-F 700 ct x 0.001 ct
140 g x 0.001 g
Yes $1157.72
JB1203-C/A-F 1200 ct x 0.001 ct
240 g x 0.001 g
Yes $1399.72
JB703-L-C/A

700 ct x 0.001 ct
140 g x 0.001 g

No $1229.72
JB1203-L-C/A 1200 ct x 0.001 ct
240 g x 0.001 g
No $1389.72
JB1603-C/A-F 1600 ct x 0.001 ct
320 g x 0.0001 g
Yes $1699.72
JL603-C/A03 610 ct x 0.001 ct
122 g x 0.001 g
No $1274.72
JL1103-C/A03 1100 ct x 0.001 ct
220 g x 0.001 g
No $1068.72
JL1503-C/A03 1510 ct x 0.001 ct
302 g x 0.001 g
No $1157.72
JL502-C/A03 510 ct x 0.01 ct
102 g x 0.01 g
No $839.72

Select a Mettler Toledo jewelry scale that meets your needs.
Model Cap x Read (grams) Weighing Pan Size Price
JB803-C/A-F 162 g x 0.001 g ø 3.1" $1398.42
JB2002-G/A-F 2100 g x 0.01 g 7" x 7" $1099.42
JB2002-L-G/A 2100 g x 0.01 g 7" x 7" $1098.42
JB3002-G/A-F 3100 g x 0.01 g 7" x 7" $999.42
JB3002-L-G/A 3100 g x 0.01 g 7" x 7" $1129.42
JB4002-G/A-F 4100 g x 0.01 g 7" x 7" $1199.42
JB4002-L-G/A 4100 g x 0.01 g 7" x 7" $1198.42
JB6001-G/A-F 6100 g x 0.1 g 7" x 7" $1179.42
JB6001-L-G/A 6100 g x 0.1 g 7" x 7" $1178.42
JB8001-G/A-F 8100 g x 0.1 g 7" x 7" $1059.42
JB8001-L-G/A 8100 g x 0.1 g 7" x 7" $1189.42
SB16001-G/A 16100 x 0.1 g 13.74" x 9.13" $2349.42
SB32001-G/A 32100 x 0.1 g 13.74" x 9.13" $2350.42
JL602-G/A03 610 g x 0.01 g ø 6.3" $609.42
JL602-G/LA00 610 g x 0.01 g ø 4.7" $339.42
JL802-G/A03 810 g x 0.01 g ø 6.3" $696.42
JL1502-G/A03 1510 g x 0.01 g ø 6.3" $561.42
JL1501-G/A03 1510 g x 0.1 g ø 6.3" $628.42
JL5001-G/A03 5100 g x 0.1 g ø 6.3" $625.42
JL6001-G/A03 6100 g x 0.1 g ø 6.3" $728.42
JL6001-G/LA00 6100 g x 0.1 g ø 6.3" $449.42

Legal for trade for direct sales

As the price of precious metals like gold, platinum, silver and rhodium keep raising customer complaints to weights and measures officials are on the increase.  The general public is calling complaining they are being short changed buying and selling by weight.  These complaints typically result in a Weights & Measures officials doing an inspection to verify the scale in use is Legal for Trade.

Most pawnshops, jewelers and metals buyers know they need a Legal for Trade Type Approved Scale, but these inspectors are now requiring the weighing scale to have two displays to meet the requirements of "direct sales".

In weights and measures terminology a direct sale is one where both the buyer and seller are present.  NIST Handbook 44 requires the customer to be able to witness the transaction and transaction information from a reasonable position in a direct sale application.

Weight indications shall be shown on the customer’s side of the scale when used for direct sales to retail customers.  The way to achieve these requirements is to purchase the optional display shown above (purchase here).  The Mettler Toledo 72213564 remote display features a backlight.  The display plugs into the RS-232 port on the back of the balance and the cable length is 6 feet.  All Mettler JB and JL balances are equipped with RS-232 interface with the exception of the JL602-G/LA00 and JL6001-G/LA00.

The Mettler Toledo JB and JL Scales we offer meet or exceed the Class II or III accuracy requirements in accordance with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Handbook 44.  Certificate of Conformance Numbers are issued under the National Type Evaluation Program (NTEP) of the National Conference on Weights and Measures.  NTEP approved Mettler Balances make it easy to comply with current regulations for the direct sales to the public of precious metals and semi-precious gems.

 
 
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