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The MFB body composition monitor from KERN impresses with its elegant design and comprehensive analysis functions. The Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) enables a reliable body structure analysis conveniently at home. It uses a low-frequency alternating current to determine the percentage of body fat, body water, muscle mass and bone. Furthermore, the KERN MFB has practical additional functions for calculating calorie requirements and BMI. The maximum load capacity is 182 kg. Product details Flat scale for body analysis for non-medical use Analysis of body composition by Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) Calculation of individual calorie requirements (basal metabolic rate, activity metabolic rate, BMI) Easy to use - tap, set up and read 4 large contact areas for optimal conductivity Large, easy-to-read LC display Flat design and non-slip feet for comfortable step and secure hold Material: stainless steel and glass Dimensions: W 30 x D 30 x H 2.5 cm Weight: approx. 2 kg KERN MFB - Analysis in detail Body weight Body fat Body water Muscle mass Bone percentage The bioelectrical impedance analysis of the KERN MFB body analysis scale With the MFB body analysis scale, the determination of the body composition is done intuitively via the integrated contact surfaces of the weighing plate. For optimal measurement results and good conductivity during bioelectrical impedance analysis, it is necessary to stand barefoot and balanced on the metal contacts. The constant signal of the low-frequency alternating current then generates an electromagnetic field in the body. The partial resistances of the measured impedance then serve as the basis for the body structure analysis and are shown in percentages on the LC display. Technical details Analysis system: Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) Weighing system: Strain gauges Functions: Basal metabolic rate, activity metabolic rate, BMI Internal memory: 10 users Units of measurement: Kilogram, Pound (lb) Measurement accuracy: ± 0.5 % or ± 0.1 kg Weighing range: max. 182 kg Power supply: 2 button cells (type CR2032) Operating time: up to 100 hours Scope of delivery 1 KERN MFB body composition monitor 2 button cells Attention: In case of pregnancy and pacemaker as well as other life-supporting implanted systems a BIA is not recommended! The MFB body composition monitor is not permitted for use in the medical field.
Body Composition Monitors
Many scales do more than just display body weight. The determination of body composition is not only interesting for athletes or health conscious people, but also for those who want to lose weight. If the body weight has not changed despite regular exercise and a change in eating habits, it is possible to determine whether the development of muscles is the cause of this by means of an impedance meter.
How body composition monitors work for the determination of body fat
Body composition monitors go hand in hand with the process of measuring a bioimpedance. During a bioimpedance (or BIA) test, electrodes placed at specific points on the body emit a very weak current that is not felt. This allows us to deduce that fat mass is a worse conductor than muscle mass. Through the different electrical impedances captured by the analyzer, it is possible to derive information on the volume of water contained in the body, which will then be converted into a fat mass index (FMI).
In many body composition monitors, the electrodes are only located at the weighing pan, so they only come into contact with the feet. As a result, the transmitted current flows only through the legs to the groin area. Any fat above the legs, such as belly fat, will not be captured by the machine. In contrast, high-end analyzers, usually equipped with multiple hand and foot electrodes, provide more accurate information. Body composition analyzers with additional hand sensors also measure the amount of fat found in the upper body. Using a four-point or eight-point measurement, weighing can be done at multiple points simultaneously. This is how body composition analyzers (or impedance meters) can accurately determine the amount of fat in the body.
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