TBB Triple Beam Balances
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Created to withstand daily student use, Adam Equipment's patented TBB triple beam mechanical balance offers a superb value for teaching mass measurement concepts. With rugged construction and security slot to prevent theft, the durable TBB is ideal for classroom environments. Sturdy metal housing and a grade 304 stainless steel pan help the balance withstand daily student use. Other features include tripod legs for density measurement, weigh-below hook, magnetic damping for faster stability, notched and tiered graduated beams with center reading, and holders for storing extra weights.
Please consult our TBB calibration video below for more information on how to calibrate a triple beam balance. If you require more information about the TBB range, please contact us.
Features
Below balance weighing- Security lock down
Applications
- Weighing
Features and Benefits
Hardware
- Optional hook enables below-balance weighing
- Security slot for optional Kensington-type lock and cable to help prevent theft
- Large, grade 304 stainless steel pan allows swift cleaning
- Magnetic damping slows pointer movement for faster readings
- Notched, tiered, graduated beams ensure positive positioning and accurate reading of results
- Storage space for weights included
- The TBB 2610T is equipped with a 225g tare range.
- Zero adjustment
Models
| Model | Capacity | Readability | Pan Size | Approvals | Request a Quote |
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 TBB 610S |
610g | 0.1g | 6" ø / 152mm ø | Request a Quote | |
 TBB 2610S |
2610g | 0.1g | 6" ø / 152mm ø | Request a Quote | |
 TBB 2610T |
2610g | 0.1g | 6" ø / 152mm ø | Request a Quote |
Videos
Downloads
Accessories
Here is a list of our available related products and suitable accessories:
| Product Image | Product Name | Item Number | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
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Hard carrying case with lock for TBB | 700100211 | View |
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Weigh-below hook | 3021210953 | View |
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Kensington-type lock and cable | 700100046 | View |
Resources
EGG OBSERVATIONS - An Osmosis EggsperimentExperiment 2. By observing what happens to an egg when it is placed in four different solutions, students see osmosis take place right before their eyes. This activity in its existing format is appropriate for ages 10-18.
TOPICtutor - Density Determination and Archimedes' Ah-Ha MomentThis lesson plan is designed to explain how to perform density determination and explain Archimedes' Principle. This lesson is appropriate for grades 7-12 (USA). Parts of the lesson may be appropriate for grades 5-6 (USA).
How to Calibrate a Triple Beam BalanceAdam Equipment's guide on how to calibrate a triple beam balance using Adam's own TBB.
TBB Triple Beam Balance OverviewA short guide to Adam Equipment's TBB triple beam balance. The TBB is a durable, low-cost mechanical balance ideal for teaching students mass measurement concepts.
Articles
Blogs
The Differences Between Mass and Weight May 23, 2019Mass and weight seem to be interchangeable whenever they’re discussed, yet they’re anything but. So what is mass? What is weight? How do they differ and why is it important to know the difference? How are they linked? We’ll answer these questions and more in this blog post.
How do Balances and Scales Work? January 16, 2018Most people use scales and balances interchangeably to weigh objects, ingredients, animals, and people; and yet these instruments work in many different ways. In this post, we'll cover basic explanations of the various mechanisms that allow scales and balances to function.
An Introduction to Education Scales and Balances January 10, 2017Choosing the right weighing tools for your classroom can be challenging. Educational weighing scales and balances have to be versatile enough to accommodate various levels and curricular, and give you the flexibility to change experiments or add new ones.
The Uses of Below Balance Weighing October 27, 2016Some weighing scales come with below balance hooks or have them as an optional feature. These hooks extend your balance’s functionality by enabling you to use the balance to perform applications such as density determination and specific gravity testing.