bktolbert Posted March 22, 2019 Share Posted March 22, 2019 Does anyone have recommendations for a scale that actually measures .01oz? I currently have this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0113UZJE2/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 But it doesn't start weighing until .07oz, and even that is a 50/50 shot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TallTayl Posted March 22, 2019 Share Posted March 22, 2019 How much needs to be accurately measured to that specific degree? Nonscientific Scales are most accurate to the midpoint of their full capacity generally. the amounts I need to 0.01 are small, so I use little jeweler scales or pocket gram scales that go to a max of 500g or so. Have had quite a few through eBay and amazon along the way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightLight Posted March 22, 2019 Share Posted March 22, 2019 Go to OldWillKnotts.com. Check out the MYweigh scales, but they have a million of them. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bktolbert Posted March 23, 2019 Author Share Posted March 23, 2019 6 hours ago, TallTayl said: How much needs to be accurately measured to that specific degree? Nonscientific Scales are most accurate to the midpoint of their full capacity generally. the amounts I need to 0.01 are small, so I use little jeweler scales or pocket gram scales that go to a max of 500g or so. Have had quite a few through eBay and amazon along the way. I can't accurately measure 1% USA for a 7oz candle. But once I have 1% measured, I can just use a different scale. I will check out jeweler scales. Ty! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TallTayl Posted March 23, 2019 Share Posted March 23, 2019 12 hours ago, bktolbert said: I can't accurately measure 1% USA for a 7oz candle. But once I have 1% measured, I can just use a different scale. I will check out jeweler scales. Ty! Would it work to do your wax measurements in full pounds? Then do like a quarter or half teaspoon per pound depending on your UV? The rest of the leftover wax can go into the next batch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightLight Posted March 23, 2019 Share Posted March 23, 2019 For teeny teeny amounts I have this https://lotioncrafter.com/products/jennings-jsr-200-scale ugh sorry it copied everything and I can’t edit it. The Jennings JSR-200 weighs up to 200 grams with 0.01 gram accuracy! Great for mineral makeup, and all your high precision needs. The JSR-200 has a Built-in Memory Function, Full Tare Capacity, AAA Batteries, and a 20 year warranty. It has been calibrated by the factory and calibration by the end user is not required, but instructions for doing so are included. It requires a 100g and a 200g calibration weight that are not included, butare available as options when ordering. Reads 200 x 0.01 gram (7 ounces x 0.0005 ounce) Reads in Grams, Ounces, Troy Ounces, Carats, Grains, and Pennyweight Advanced Parts Counting function with multiple sample sizes Three minute Auto Off Full Tare capacity Back lit LCD Stainless Steel Weighing Platform Digital auto calibration Temperature compensation Small Size -- 3" x 4.75" Runs on 2 AAA batteries (included) 20 year warranty None - $36.95 Weigh Boats: +$3.75 - $40.70 100 & 200g Calibration Weights: +$5.75 - $42.70 Add Calibration & Weights: +$9.50 - $46.45 None Weigh Boats: +$3.75 100 & 200g Calibration Weights: +$5.75 Add Calibration & Weights: +$9.50 Additional Accessories 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10+ Quantity Add to cart Add to Wishlist Share this: Share on Facebook Tweet on Twitter Share on Google+ Pin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightLight Posted March 23, 2019 Share Posted March 23, 2019 Here is inexpensive one on Amazon $11.89 https://www.amazon.com/AMIR-Electronic-Functions-Stainless-Batteries/dp/B01DGEWHN4 AMIR Digital Kitchen Scale, 3000g 0.01oz/ 0.1g Pocket Cooking Scale, Mini Food Scale, Pro Electronic Jewelry Scale with Back-Lit LCD Display, Tare & PCS Functions, Stainless Steel, Batteries Included Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kerven Posted March 23, 2019 Share Posted March 23, 2019 I'm using this AMIR scale . It goes down to .01g, so about .0035oz, although I've only used it for measurements above .01oz. Until I got this scale, I didn't realize just how difficult it was to precisely measure ingredients... it still is. My previous scale went down to .1oz. As for the AMIR scale, as far as I can tell , it's accurate. I haven't used calibration weights or anything to test it, but so far my 4oz testers with additives in amounts of 1% have turned out as expected. At that price, if it does act up, it'll be easy to replace. Oooh, I didn't know Lotioncrafter had a budget scale. Going to have to take a look at that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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