A weighing scale is a tool that plays a significant role in weighing most products sold. In this article, you’ll learn the different types of weighing scales and how to use them. The guidelines will not only help you in knowing the types but also the factors to consider when purchasing the scale. Here is a quick cure for types of weighing scales
Introduction
A weighing scale is a tool used to measure the weight of a product. Most weighing scales use a spring of known stiffness to determine a product’s mass(weight). The product’s weight will stretch the spring to a particular extent depending on the spring’s stiffness. The spring is connected to a scale where the readings are done. The readings can be in the form of mass(kg) or weight(newtons)
1. Mechanical scales
These types of scales do not require any power to weigh.
Hanging scale
A hanging scale is also called a crane scale. When using this scale, the load whose weight is being measured is suspended on the crane’s hook. The scale is lifted with the hand grip on the upper side of the scale. After hanging, the readings can be read from the LED screen.
Spring scale
A spring scale works on the same fundamentals as the hanging scale. The difference is that the readings are read on the numeric analog scale
2. Digital Scales
These weighing scales require a power supply source.
Bench scale
Bench scales are designed to be used on a bench, tabletop, or workstation. The bench weighing scalehas features like; a battery operator,auto-shutoff, an adaptor, and a reading screen.
The bench weighing scale in Kenya is said to be the best weighing scale to measure the weight of an object. The weight capacity of the bench scale mainly varies from 300kgs – 12000kgs
Medical scale
Medical scales are also known as health scales and are primarily used to check the body weight of individuals. A person must step on the weighing plate and read their weight on the scale. The weight capacity of the medical scale can vary from 1kg – 300kg.
Truck scales
Truck scales are also known as weighbridges. The weighbridge is designed to weigh heavy commercial and industrial vehicles and their contents. The load carried by the vehicle can be calculated by weighing the truck when empty and when loaded. Most truck scales have a weight capacity of up to 150tonnes.
Factors to consider when purchasing a weighing scale.
The purpose: The application of the weighing scale is extensively considered when buying. The working environment of the scale is what is mainly considered.
The capacity: The weight the weighing scale can measure is also considerable. Mostly, the maximum weight the scale can weigh is what is considered.
Accuracy: When it comes to accuracy, the digital scales are preferred to show the load’s actual weight.
Size:It is necessary to check the size of the weighing scale before purchasing. It is because some machines should be placed on the floor, like the health machines, while some need to be hung to work efficiently.
Application areas;
- Manufacturing industries
- Research and laboratory testing
- Shipping and logistics industries
- Quality assurance and testing
- Supermarkets, butcheries, and retail shops
Conclusion
With the different types of weighing scales, it is already proven that weighing scales play a very significant role in many businesses. Moreover, with this piece, one can now get familiar with the different weighing scales and the factors to consider when purchasing one.
