The Top 5 Industrial Bench Scales

Whether being used in a packing plant, along a production line, weighing goods for shipping, or for handing incoming goods, an industrial bench scale must be heavy-duty and yet reliable.

So that you can choose the best industrial bench scale for your needs, Instrument Choice scientists have listed the top 5 industrial bench scales, each built to withstand the toughest working environments!

About Industrial Bench Scales

The attributes you must consider when searching for a bench-scale for industrial use are; 

• Durability
• Water and dust resistance; and
• Accuracy and reliability.

The Top 5 Industrial Bench Scales

Here is a list assembled by Instrument Choice scientists of the top five industrial bench scales, along with notes that refer to their outstanding features and specifications.

1. 30 kg Defender 2000 Economic Bench Scale 

Product Code: IC-D24PE30FR

Models in the economical Defender 2000 Scale Series feature an IP65 stainless steel platform, carbon frame, and aluminium load cell. The bright red LED display is visible in the dimmest of industrial conditions, while adjustable non-slip feet ensure safe, reliable, and accurate measurements.

Weight Capacity: 30kg

Resolution: 0.005 kg

Pan Size:300 × 350 mm

IP Rating: IP65

Also Available in:

• 60 × 0.01 kg, Pan 300 × 350 mm
• 60 × 0.01 kg, Pan 400 × 500 mm
• 150 × 0.02 kg, Pan 400 × 500 mm
• 150 × 0.02 kg, Pan 500 × 600 mm
• 300 × 0.05 kg, Pan 500 × 600 mm
• 300 × 0.05 kg, Pan 600 × 800 mm
• 600 × 0.1 kg, Pan 600 × 800 mm

2. 15kg x 1g ATW Industrial Table Scale 
Product Code: IC-ATW-15

The IC-ATW-15 scale boasts a sturdy stainless steel platform and rugged ABV plastic housing. We recommend this device for use in factories, workshops, and similar environments.

The keyboard features four embossed membrane keys, and the LCD screen has 24mm digits with a bright white LED backlight that makes it easy to interpret results.

Weight Capacity: 15kg

Resolution: 0.001 kg

Pan Size:230 x 300mm

Also Available in:

• 30kg x 2g ATW Industrial Table Scale

Product Code: IC-R71MD15

The OHAUS Ranger 7000 Series offers a large display, a variety of application modes, and connectivity options. We note that the memory library is the most extensive of any industrial bench scale in the OHAUS group.Ranger 7000 scales thrive in rugged and harsh industrial environments. The IC-R71MD15’s modular scale design, IP54 cast metal housing, and sealed metal indicator show that designers had durability uppermost in mind.

Weight Capacity: 15 kg

Resolution: 0.2 Kg and (Expanded): 0.01 g

Pan Size:311 mm x 377 mm

IP Rating: IP54

Also Available in:

• 3 kg x 0.05 Kg
• 3 kg x 0.01 g with Auto Calibration
• 6 kg x 0.1 g
• 6 kg x 0.02 g with Auto Calibration
• 15 kg x 0.1 g with Auto Calibration
• 35 kg x 0.5 g
• 35 kg x 0.1 g with Auto Calibration

4. 12 kg x 0.1 g GP-12KA Industrial Precision Balance 
Product Code: IC-6072001

The GP Series includes high-capacity industrial scales. IP65 level protection, a sealed keypad, and a column-mounted weight indicator make the GP-12KA Industrial Precision Balance Scale ideally suited for working around products that could potentially produce spills or debris.

Weight Capacity: 12 kg

Resolution: 0.1kg

Pan Size:384 mm x 384 mm

IP Rating:IP65

Also Available in:

• 21 and 31kg capacities. 
  

5. 60/150 kg Defender 5000, Front-loaded, Stainless Washdown Bench Scale 

Product Code: IC-D52XW150WQDX5

The Defender 5000 Scale Series makes simple the process of weighing in demanding industrial and commercial applications. Special features include a user-configurable resolution, GMP/GLP data output, library/user management, as well as multiple connectivity options. A 304-grade stainless steel platform and frame, stainless steel IP68 rated indicator, IP67 rated load cell, and non-slip adjustable rubber feet means this scale is ideal for almost any industrial weighing application.

Weight Capacity: 60 kg/150 kg

Resolution: 5 g; 10 g (Certified): 20 g; 50 g.

Pan Size: 500 mm x 500 mm

IP Rating:IP67 load cell and IP68 indicator screen.

Also Available in:

• Capacity3/6 kg, Readability 0.2 g; 0.5 g, Platform 305 mm x 305 mm
• Capacity 6/15 kg, Readability 0.5 g; 1 g, Platform305 mm x 305 mm
• Capacity6/15 kg , Readability 0.5 g; 1 g, Platform400 mm x 400 mm
• Capacity 6/15 kg, Readability 1 g; 2 g, Platform400 mm x 400 mm.
• Capacity 30/60 kg, Readability 2 g; 5 g, Platform 400 mm x 400 mm
• Capacity 30/60 kg, Readability 2 g; 5 g, Platform 400 mm x 500 mm.
• Capacity 30 kg/60 kg, Readability: 2 g; 5 g, Platform 500 mm x 500 mm
• Capacity60/150 kg , Readability 5 g; 10 g, Platform400 mm x 500 mm.

Conclusion 

Industrial bench scales must be durable, accurate, reliable, and generally suitable for the rigours of industrial/commercial environments. Our scientific team has chosen to feature some stellar examples of industrial bench scales, but maybe you need to see some more?

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