mechanical scale

[Jamming]

Looking for any recommendations for a overhead scale to hang from my build. Got all my parts for a mill stand and would like a hanging scale with decent accuracy. planning on using a 5 gallon bucket.

 

[flars]

Look for the type of scales used in the produce department of grocery stores. They are able to hold close tolerances to meet State inspection standards.

 

[Jamming]

Good idea thanks. The detecto scales are nice but $800 is a bit much. Looking between $100 to $200. Will look for a used one. Cheers.

 

[Jamming]

Anyone looking for a scale i thought i would follow up. Ended up with the Cas Sw 1 scale. Its a counter top scale with a 50 lb max. Made for portioning food. Very high USA quality. Has a very solid body with a stainless top. Battery or AC and comes with a adapter. Paid a little more than a online price at a local supply store, no ups headache. Cheers.

 

[flars]

Looking for any recommendations for a overhead scale to hang from my build. Got all my parts for a mill stand and would like a hanging scale with decent accuracy. planning on using a 5 gallon bucket.

Growing up on a dairy farm I should have thought of this first.
http://hambydairysupply.com/xcart/home.php?cat=316

 

[ChuckO]

Growing up on a dairy farm I should have thought of this first.
http://hambydairysupply.com/xcart/home.php?cat=316

Great find!! The OP probably doesn't need the accuracy and repeatability demanded of scales for commerce so the expense of a scale for trade isn't necessary.

I love getting a peak into industries that I haven't encountered before, starts the creative process going with "What can I do with that new item?" ideas in mind.

 

[Jamming]

Not nessasary but sure nice to own quality Made in the USA.