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Bench Scales
Bench scales are available in many platform sizes and configurations.
The platform sizes range from about 6" x 6" to 24" x 24". Smaller scales are
generally referred to as electronic balances.
They may have brackets or a column to make the scale and digital indicator
one piece or some way to wall mount the digital indicator. It is normally
best to have a one piece scale if you are planning to move the scale to
different locations and conversely if the scale is to remain in one location
the digital indicator can be wall mounted. Bench scales with the display below
the platform are available and are usually configured this way for retail
price computing, counting and simple weighing applications.
Within the bench scale catagory are simple weighing scales, checkweighers,
shipping and receiving scales, stainless steel bench scales, counting scales
and all purpose scales which can be used on a bench or on the floor.
Bench scales can be powered by 120/230 VAC, batteries, internal rechargeable
batteries or with an internal or external charger.
Most scale platforms have a stainless steel cover. The frame can be either
mild steel, stainless steel or cast. All stainless steel scales are best
for wet, chemical, or washdown environments. They will last many years and are
easy to repair if this should become necessary. Scales with mild steel
frames are fine for most dry environments.
The weighing range of bench scales is from about 2 lbs. to 1,000 lbs. and they have
from 3,000 to 10,000 divisions.
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