KERN ADT and ADS Analytical Balances

Digital Precision for Modern Laboratories

Smart analytical balances for connected laboratory workflows

The KERN ADT and ADS analytical balances combine highly accurate analytical weighing with intelligent digital functionality. Designed for laboratories seeking efficient workflows, secure data management and intuitive operation, both series integrate advanced weighing technology with modern communication capabilities.

Whether used in pharmaceutical laboratories, research institutes, universities or quality control departments, the ADT and ADS series helps simplify laboratory documentation while improving productivity.

The only difference between the two series is the calibration concept:

KERN ADT – Automatic internal calibration
KERN ADS – External calibration using certified reference weights

All other functions and digital features are shared by both series.

Why choose KERN ADT & ADS analytical balances?

Modern laboratories require much more than accurate weighing.

Efficient data management, digital documentation and seamless software integration have become equally important.

The ADT and ADS series combines:

High-resolution colour touchscreen
Electromagnetic force compensation
GLP-compliant documentation
Windows Direct
KERN Communication Protocol (KCP)
USB Device
USB Host
RS-232
Statistical functions
Check weighing
Percentage weighing
Formulation
Underhook weighing
Optional DAkkS calibration certificate

This makes both series ideal for laboratories aiming to optimise digital workflows without compromising weighing accuracy.

High-resolution touchscreen for intuitive operation

At the centre of both series is a modern capacitive colour touchscreen.

Compared with conventional keypads, the touchscreen allows significantly faster navigation and a much more intuitive user experience.

Laboratory staff can access weighing functions, settings and applications directly from the display, reducing training time and minimising operating errors.

Benefits include:

Intuitive operation
Fast navigation
Clear menu structure
Easy parameter adjustment
Improved user experience

Especially in laboratories with multiple users, touchscreen operation improves workflow efficiency.

Windows Direct – Transfer weighing data without additional software

One of the most practical features of the ADT and ADS series is Windows Direct.

The balance communicates with a Windows computer like a standard keyboard. After each weighing operation, the measured value is automatically transferred into the active application without requiring additional software or drivers.

Data can be transferred directly into applications such as:

Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
ERP systems
LIMS
Laboratory software
Databases

Benefits include:

Faster documentation
Elimination of manual data entry
Reduced transcription errors
Immediate integration into existing workflows
No additional software required

This significantly simplifies routine laboratory documentation.

KERN Communication Protocol (KCP)

The integrated KERN Communication Protocol (KCP) allows reliable communication between the balance and external software systems.

KCP enables straightforward integration into:

Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
ERP software
Quality management systems
Production software
Custom laboratory applications

For laboratories pursuing digital transformation, KCP provides an efficient platform for automated data exchange.

Modern connectivity

Depending on the model, the ADT and ADS series includes:

USB Device
USB Host
RS-232

These interfaces allow direct communication with:

Computers
Laboratory printers
USB memory devices
Barcode scanners (model dependent)
Laboratory software

Electronic data transfer improves process reliability while reducing manual documentation.

GLP-compliant laboratory documentation

Reliable documentation is essential for laboratory quality systems.

The ADT and ADS analytical balances support GLP-compliant data output, allowing documentation of:

Weighing results
Date and time
Instrument identification
Calibration status
User information (depending on configuration)

This improves traceability and supports laboratory quality management.

Support for FDA 21 CFR Part 11

Many pharmaceutical laboratories require secure electronic documentation.

The ADT and ADS series provides features that support implementation of FDA 21 CFR Part 11 requirements when used together with appropriate laboratory software and validated workflows.

Typical applications include:

Pharmaceutical laboratories
Biotechnology
Medical laboratories
GMP environments
Quality assurance laboratories

Integrated laboratory applications

The ADT and ADS series offers numerous built-in laboratory functions, including:

Statistics
Formulation
Percentage weighing
Check weighing
Parts counting
Totalising
Animal weighing
Underhook weighing

These functions reduce the need for additional software while increasing laboratory productivity.

Optional DAkkS calibration certificate

All KERN ADT and ADS analytical balances are available with an optional DAkkS calibration certificate.

Calibration is performed by an accredited laboratory, providing metrological traceability according to ISO/IEC 17025.

For laboratories operating internationally, this ensures reliable and documented measurement quality.

ADT or ADS – Which model is right for your laboratory?

Choose KERN ADT if you prefer:

Automatic internal calibration
Maximum user convenience
Automatic compensation for temperature changes
Minimal operator intervention

Choose KERN ADS if you prefer:

External calibration
Certified reference weights
Flexible calibration procedures
Cost-efficient operation with identical digital functionality

Why choose KERN ADT & ADS?

The ADT and ADS analytical balances combine professional analytical weighing with advanced digital laboratory technology.

Their touchscreen interface, Windows Direct, KCP, GLP documentation and extensive communication capabilities make them an ideal solution for laboratories seeking greater efficiency, secure data management and simplified documentation.

Whether you choose automatic internal calibration (ADT) or external calibration (ADS), both series deliver the same modern digital laboratory platform.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between ADT and ADS?

Both series share the same hardware and digital functions. The only difference is the calibration method: ADT features automatic internal calibration, while ADS uses external calibration.

What is Windows Direct?

Windows Direct transfers weighing results directly into Windows applications such as Excel or Word without additional software.

What is KCP?

KERN Communication Protocol (KCP) enables communication between the balance and laboratory software, LIMS or ERP systems.

Do the balances support FDA 21 CFR Part 11?

Yes. The balances provide functions that support FDA 21 CFR Part 11 requirements when integrated into an appropriately validated software environment.