Digital scale for garage

[Gil P.]

Can anyone direct me to a scale that will be useful in a garage that is not insulated? It's not ideal, but I am being forced to move my equipment into the garage.
I'm looking for a scale that isn't super sensitive to temperature changes.

 

[Dooby]

All scales and balances are sensitive to temp changes. best method is calibrate every time prior to use. You can also set up some sort of "insulated box" and leave the scale/balance in there. or a cabinet/drawer.

a A&D fx120 would be a good balance. it's less affected by electrical noises (Fluorescent lights, bluetooth, etc...), has a ground screw in the back if you're having static/E-noise.

 

[Gil P.]

All scales and balances are sensitive to temp changes. best method is calibrate every time prior to use. You can also set up some sort of "insulated box" and leave the scale/balance in there. or a cabinet/drawer.

a A&D fx120 would be a good balance. it's less affected by electrical noises (Fluorescent lights, bluetooth, etc...), has a ground screw in the back if you're having static/E-noise.

I had been looking at those scales, they would be worth it if they don't slow down my reloading. Some of my other scales often do/did.
Where can I find a good price for this scale? Are there rebates every once in a while?

 

[Dooby]

Last time there was a rebate, we almost didn't get it. And I mean "we" as in the reloading community from across different forums. One thread had a vendor mentioned that there probably won't be anymore rebates.

If you're just looking for the balance I think prices is between $400-600. With Auto-Charge and Trickler pkg is around $1100-1300.

You don't really need the auto charge, it's a cheapo Lee powder drop. The trickler with Area419 V2 aluminum base is what I recommend for minimum.

The fx120 reads fast and stablizes much faster and more accurate compared to my Charge master Lite.

 

[Gil P.]

Last time there was a rebate, we almost didn't get it. And I mean "we" as in the reloading community from across different forums. One thread had a vendor mentioned that there probably won't be anymore rebates.

If you're just looking for the balance I think prices is between $400-600. With Auto-Charge and Trickler pkg is around $1100-1300.

You don't really need the auto charge, it's a cheapo Lee powder drop. The trickler with Area419 V2 aluminum base is what I recommend for minimum.

The fx120 reads fast and stablizes much faster and more accurate compared to my Charge master Lite.

Thanks for the advice. I'll get the fx120 with the trickled and area 419 base like you recommended. I can just drop a quick charge with my Lee Dippers and trickle up quickly.

 

[clcustom1911]

Thanks for the advice. I'll get the fx120 with the trickled and area 419 base like you recommended. I can just drop a quick charge with my Lee Dippers and trickle up quickly.

That's essentially what I do. I drop a charge with my Lee Perfect Powder Measure to within half grain or so, then trickle. I can do a charge in less than 30 seconds. Sometimes the Lee drops a perfect charge too!

 

[Dooby]

The heavier base with adjustable feet will keep it planted. Adjust trickler at an incline to make the kernels "march" uphill to help trickle single kernel.

 

[Jake the dog]

The 120i and auto trickler with the 419 base would be the minimum, but, if the budget will allow, go for the entire 419 package from Cambridge Environmental. You won't regret it.
I keep mine in an unheated shop. It's stored in a dry box with desiccant packs. I calibrate before every use. No issues so far.