Good Scale

[ricks]

Is there a scale that can measure drops of my flavorings? About 20 drops... Mine does not register sometimes even up to 30 drops...

I want a good accurate scale for smaller measurements.

 

[ShowMeTwice]

I have an American Weigh Scales LB-501 digital scale. It has a resolution down to 0.01g (grams). Once calibrated it registers drops. The LB-501 will have no problem at all doing 20 or 30 drops.

Many DIY'ers have the same scale. I make many 5ml and/or 10ml test mixes. Sometimes, depending on the flavor, that calls for as little as 0.2%, or 0.02g, or 2-3 drops of a flavor. All depends on the weight of a single flavor.

https://www.amazon.com/American-Wei...TF8&qid=1410453758&sr=8-1&keywords=aws+lb-501

 

[ricks]

I have an American Weigh Scales LB-501 digital scale. It has a resolution down to 0.01g (grams). Once calibrated it registers drops. The LB-501 will have no problem at all doing 20 or 30 drops.

Many DIY'ers have the same scale. I make many 5ml and/or 10ml test mixes. Sometimes, depending on the flavor, that calls for as little as 0.2%, or 0.02g, or 2-3 drops of a flavor. All depends on the weight of a single flavor.

https://www.amazon.com/American-Wei...TF8&qid=1410453758&sr=8-1&keywords=aws+lb-501

I've been looking at that scale but I just can't see spending that much tho. There has to be one out there for less money.

 

[ShowMeTwice]

I've been looking at that scale but I just can't see spending that much tho. There has to be one out there for less money.

Not sure which scale it is, but @FranC and @hittman have one that has a resolution down to 0.01g.

Don't know how much their scale cost but I know it will register 20-30 drops.

FWIW, 20 drops is nearly 2% flavoring and 30 drops nearly 3%. Again, that depends on the weight of the flavor.

 

[smacuser]

I’ve been using this for the last 5 or more years. It still has its original battery. I’d say it would do good when mixing up to 60 mls.

Smart Weight Digital Pocket Scale

 

[ricks]

I've been leaning toward this one a little... https://www.amazon.com/Milligram-We...cphy=9007076&hvtargid=pla-1123342882954&psc=1

 

[DaveOno]

I’ve been using this for the last 5 or more years. It still has its original battery.

I'm using a similar one, was under $15, with shipping.
Just this, it seems to not react to the first few drops, but the fix is easy.
You just tap on the scale, or bottle, and this "wakes it up" and it then reacts to the next drop.
Seriously, more than accurate for me, and I would not pay over 15 or 17 bucks for one.

 

[ricks]

I'm using a similar one, was under $15, with shipping.
Just this, it seems to not react to the first few drops, but the fix is easy.
You just tap on the scale, or bottle, and this "wakes it up" and it then reacts to the next drop.
Seriously, more than accurate for me, and I would not pay over 15 or 17 bucks for one.

How many drops does it take to start registering?

 

[ricks]

Now I'm looking at this one... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088DNQMB...uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl

 

[Z-Lee]

This also looks to be a decent option:

https://www.amazon.com/KitchenTour-...p/B07D7P7MJJ/ref=psdc_678508011_t3_B005UGBG20

 

[UncLeJunkLe]

My American Weigh Scale LB-501 registers with 2 drops of water. The price did go up about $15 in a year or so. I bought for around $35 on Amazon. Supply went down - there were about 10+ sellers selling it at the time.

Has a 5-year warranty, calibration weights, AC Adapter, tray, batteries and all around good quality. So you pay for that. I'm happy with mine but I agree $50 is a bit too high.

 

[UncLeJunkLe]

Now I'm looking at this one... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088DNQMB...uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl

$19 is extremely cheap for a 0.001 scale. Take caution.

 

[puffon]

This is another some are using:
500g x 0.01g LCD Digital Laboratory Electronic Scale Analytical Balance Weight | eBay
With AC cord:
500g x 0.01g Digital Precision Scale SF-400D 0.01g Desktop Counting Scale | eBay

Try putting a dime on the scale then tare it.
Sometimes this helps with reading drops from the start.

 

[DaveOno]

How many drops does it take to start registering?

After you tap it, and the display is lit (not just on),
then it registers the first drop.
I got mine from fleabay, and I cant find it now.
I wouldn't bother with the AC thing. My battery is original 5 years.
Keep it small and simple.

 

[BrotherBob]

Before buying I would carefully compare in this order:
1. Ease of returning defective product and warranty period.
2. Able to run on battery and AC (cables included?).
3. Ease of calibration (check etc.).
4. Max weight allowable.
All other characteristics being equal or better.

 

[ricks]

I ordered this one to try... I only make 10 to 50ml bottles at a time... https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07ZQZ962K/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[smacuser]

I ordered this one to try... I only make 10 to 50ml bottles at a time...

Looks nice Rick. I only have 2 concerns, please correct me if I'm wrong:

1. That scale says it weighs up to 50g max. 50mls of liquid alone (not including the bottle) can weigh more than 55gms.
2. The circular concave indent on the bottom of the weighing surface could be smaller than the circumference of the base of some of your bottles, thus leading to an uneven surface and possible tip overs.

 

[ricks]

Looks nice Rick. I only have 2 concerns, please correct me if I'm wrong:

1. That scale says it weighs up to 50g max. 50mls of liquid alone (not including the bottle) can weigh more than 55gms.
2. The circular concave indent on the bottom of the weighing surface could be smaller than the circumference of the base of some of your bottles, thus leading to an uneven surface and possible tip overs.

Hey smacuser, I make no more than 45ml of liquid in 50 ml bottles. I like to leave shake room in them... I mostly make 30ml for myself and 10 to 30ml for friends and family. Never more.

As far as the bottom surface, I will see how it works with my bottle on it when it gets here tomorrow. Hopefully it holds my bottles and won't tip. I'll post some pics when I use it.

 

[ricks]

From my calculations, screen-shooting it and using the measurements, the tray should be be about 2" in diameter.

 

[FranC]

Not sure which scale it is, but @FranC and @hittman have one that has a resolution down to 0.01g.

Don't know how much their scale cost but I know it will register 20-30 drops.

FWIW, 20 drops is nearly 2% flavoring and 30 drops nearly 3%. Again, that depends on the weight of the flavor.

SF400D. Possibly cheaper on eBay.