Need Suggestions for a scale

LMC33

Hey Guys, 

I am in the market for a scale and was hoping I could get some suggestions on what are some good brands to look at. I need something better/bigger than just a jewelry scale or food scale but I don't need a $5,000 scale.

Could someone recommend something that is a good in between?

Thanks.   

Bobzchemist

I am ridiculously fond of my new Ohaus Scout STX2202, which costs about $650, has a 2.2 kg capacity, a color touchscreen, and reads to 0.01 grams. We bought two of them for the lab. 

http://www.affordablescales.com/ohaus/scout-stx/stx2202.asp 

We also bought one of the higher capacity scales, the Scout STX6201, which is a 6.6kg scale, but only reads to 0.1 grams. It costs $530

http://www.affordablescales.com/ohaus/scout-stx/stx6201.asp

If those are too pricy,  I've recommended this soap-making scale to several people, all of whom are quite happy with it. It's a surprisingly decent scale for under $80.

My Weigh Maestro 2-in-1 Digital Scale:

Large platform with 8000 gram capacity x 1 gram resolution

Slide out platform with 200 gram capacity x 0.1 gram resolution

http://www.oldwillknottscales.com/my-weigh-maestro.html 

Belassi

THIS one.  $50. Excellent. Cross checked against weights, pretty good. Been using it 4 months.

LMC33

Thanks for the feed back I will check this out. 

Bobzchemist

Much depends on whether or not you have to document periodic calibration of your instruments...

mikethair

Also a great fan of Ohaus. We have a number of their scales each suited to a particular task. Over many years have found them reliable, robust, and value for money.

For very basic work for example, up to 4,000g, we use the Scout Pro in both of our production facilities.