A&D Weighing EK-3000AEP EK-EP Series Intrinsically Safe Compact Balance, 3000 g x 0.1 g

Yes. The EK-3000AEP is an intrinsically safe compact balance designed for specified hazardous locations where flammable gases or vapors may be present. A&D lists certifications/markings including IECEx, ATEX, and FM/FMc, with an intrinsically safe structure of Ex ia op is IIB T3. Users should always verify that the balance's certification matches the hazardous-area classification and safety requirements of their specific facility.

The EK-3000AEP has a 3,000 g (3 kg) maximum capacity with 0.1 g readability. A&D specifies 0.1 g repeatability and ±0.2 g linearity, making it suitable for chemical processing, formulation, production, quality control, and other precision weighing applications where intrinsically safe equipment is required.

The EK-3000AEP operates using four approved AA alkaline batteries, which eliminates the need for an AC power connection at the weighing location. A&D specifies approximately 250 hours of battery operation with the backlight turned off, making the balance convenient for portable or remote weighing applications. Only battery types approved by A&D for intrinsically safe operation should be used.

Yes. In addition to standard weighing, the EK-3000AEP supports counting and percent weighing modes. Its counting function can display up to 30,000 pieces with a minimum unit weight of 0.1 g, while percent mode can be useful for checking sample variation or comparing material quantities against a reference value.

Yes. The EK-3000AEP supports optical data communication when used with A&D's optional AD-1611 optical communication adapter and compatible optical fiber cable. This provides a practical way to transfer weighing data while maintaining electrical isolation at the balance, which is especially valuable for data collection in hazardous-location applications.