Mechanical Dial Scales | Home kitchens, small bakeries, vintage setups | Stainless Steel Body (ASTM A240) ▲ 5kg Capacity (ASTM E133-14) ▲ 5g Precision (ISO 10110) ▲ Sensitivity Indicator (blue dial zone) | No battery dependency ▲ Durable and easy to clean ▲ Classic aesthetic ▲ | Less precise than digital scales ▲ Heavier and bulkier ▲ Steep learning curve for reading dials ▲ |
Digital Scales | Professional bakeries, labs, precision tasks | LCD Display (IP67 waterproof) ▲ 1g Precision (ISO 7500-1) ▲ 15kg Capacity (EN 45502) ▲ | Ultra-precise measurements ▲ Multi-unit display (kg/g/lb) ▲ Compact design ▲ | Requires batteries ▲ Prone to moisture damage ▲ Higher cost ▲ |
Spring-Loaded Scales | Home use, lightweight item weighing | Spring Mechanism (ASTM F2986) ▲ 2kg Capacity (ISO 376) ▲ 10g Increments (ISO 10110) ▲ | Affordable ▲ Portable and lightweight ▲ Quick measurements ▲ | Low precision ▲ Spring wear over time ▲ Limited capacity ▲ |
Platform Scales | Commercial kitchens, restaurants | Stainless Steel Platform (ASTM A240) ▲ 20kg Capacity (ISO 7500-1) ▲ Tare Function ▲ | Heavy-duty construction ▲ Easy cleanup ▲ Supports bulk items ▲ | Bulky and non-portable ▲ Noisy operation ▲ Higher price point ▲ |
Analog Hanging Scales | Meat markets, hardware stores | Hook Design (ASTM F2986) ▲ 10kg Capacity (ISO 376) ▲ 50g Increments (ISO 10110) ▲ | Versatile for hanging items ▲ Rugged and durable ▲ Affordable ▲ | Low precision ▲ Requires manual calibration ▲ Not ideal for fine measurements ▲ |
Industrial Floor Scales | Warehouses, shipping hubs | Heavy-Duty Steel Frame (EN 1330-1) ▲ 500kg Capacity (ISO 7500-1) ▲ Wireless Connectivity ▲ | High load tolerance ▲ Automated data recording ▲ Weather-resistant ▲ | Expensive ▲ Requires installation space ▲ Power-dependent for advanced features ▲ |