On Balance MTT-500 Mini Benchtop Scale
The MTT-500 offers the widest weighing range in the MTT series: up to 500 grams with an accuracy of 0.1 gram. This makes the scale suitable for weighing larger quantities of herbs, supplements, or other materials where a standard kitchen scale is too coarse. The compact tabletop design with a raised stainless steel platform and angled, backlit LCD display offers the same ease of use as the MTT-200, but with more than double the range.
On Balance is a brand of the British company Marsden, with over 50 years of experience in professional weighing technology. The MTT-500 comes with a removable cover that protects the weighing platform during storage and transport. During use, you can use the cover as a weighing bowl, which is handy for weighing loose materials.
Specifications
Specifications
- Capacity: 500 g
- Accuracy: 0.1 g
- Weighing units: g, oz, gn, dwt
- Display: backlit LCD (tilted)
- Platform: stainless steel, 6.8 x 6.8 cm
- Auto-off: energy-saving, turns off automatically
- Tare function: yes
- Power supply: 2x AAA batteries (included)
- Scale dimensions: 11.0 x 7.5 x 2.2 cm
- Weight: approx. 115 g
- Warranty: 3-year manufacturer’s warranty
Use and calibration
The MTT-500 can be calibrated using a 500-gram weight (sold separately). Place the scale on a flat, stable surface for reliable measurements. The tare function subtracts the weight of the lid or an external container, so you measure only the contents.
Use the mode button to switch between the four weight units: grams, ounces, grains, and pennyweights. The auto-off feature saves battery life when the scale is not in use.
Which MTT model is right for you?
The MTT series from On Balance consists of three models, all featuring the same compact tabletop design. The MTT-500 weighs up to 500 grams with 0.1-gram accuracy and is the best model for larger quantities. The MTT-200 weighs up to 200 grams with 0.01-gram accuracy, the all-rounder for those who need more precision with smaller quantities. The MTT-100 weighs up to 100 grams with an accuracy of 0.005 grams (half a milligram), intended for applications where maximum precision with small quantities is required. View our complete selection in the scales category.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MTT-500 suitable for?
The MTT-500 is suitable for weighing herbs, spices, supplements, jewelry, and other materials up to 500 grams. The 0.1-gram accuracy is sufficient for most everyday uses where a kitchen scale isn’t precise enough. For applications requiring higher precision, such as weighing concentrated extracts, the MTT-200 (0.01 g) is a better choice.
Is a calibration weight included?
No, the MTT-500 comes without a calibration weight. You can calibrate the scale using a separate 500-gram weight. Calibration weights are available separately in our headshop.
What is the difference between the MTT-500 and the Table Top 1000?
The MTT-500 is the compact mini-table model (11 x 7.5 cm) with a capacity of 500 grams. The larger Table Top models (OB-500 and OB-3000) offer greater capacity and a larger weighing platform, but are significantly larger and heavier. The MTT-500 is portable; the Table Top models are stationary bench scales.
Can I use the lid as a weighing tray?
Yes, the removable lid is designed for dual use: as a protective cover during storage and as a weighing pan during weighing. Place the lid on the platform, press tare to zero the weight, and weigh your material in it.
