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Weight Gage

Mechanical Scale. Any of several mechanical devices that measure the weight of an object. The two most common types are spring scales and balances. A balance measures the weight of an object by comparing it to standardized weights. In compares the weight of the object placed in a pan on one end of the balance with standard weights placed in a pan on the other end. A spring weighing scale measures the forces necessary to stretch or compress a spring and convert this displacement to weight on an analog indicator.

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SPRING: Capacity, Resolution, Zero-adjust, Dial locking assembly to hold reading, Rugged construction if required by application (e.g. 18-gauge steel subframe), Housing material, Fatigue-resistant spring, Dimensions, Warranty BALANCE: Capacity, Resolution, Weighing units, Beam calibrations, Pan/plate dimensions, Housing dimensions, Tare function, Magnetic damping, Shipping weight, Warranty