The 1230 is a highly portable carat scale, perfect for accurately weighing diamonds and precious gems, with 4 weighing modes – carat, gram, troy ounce, and grain. This mini scale has a folding hard cover to protect the weighing mechanism, and a draft-eliminating shield to remove even the slightest influence from drafts or air currents. It provides highly accurate readings on its easy-to-read 5 digit LCD display. Features include tare and calibration functions, stability indicator, energy saving auto power-off, and a low battery indicator. Includes soft case, gem cup, and 20 g calibration test weight. A professional accuracy level of 0.01 carat is achieved for a total capacity of 100 carats, and the 1230 does not to be calibrated each time the scale is shut off. Tare weight function Unit Weight 8.1 oz Capacity Grams (g) 20 Carat (ct) 100 Grain (gr) 308 Troy Ounce (ozt) 0.64 Increment Grams (g) 0.002 Carat (ct) 0.01 Grain (gr) 0.05 Troy Ounce (ozt) 0.001