what size weights do you need to calibrate this unit?
502693
I'm pretty sure there's no way to recalibrate it. If there is, it isn't mentioned in the manual. Basically, Escali is saying that some of their scales have a calibration feature (I don't think this model does though). For the scales without a calibration feature, you could buy a reference weight to see how accurate the scale is (that's a weight that is guaranteed to weigh a certain amount, within a specified tolerance), but after you figured that out, there's no way to calibrate the scale to correct for the discrepancy. (For the record, mine has been plenty accurate for anything I've used it for. I haven't used a reference weight to check its accuracy or anything, but I haven't ran into any recipes that needed a super-high degree of accuracy anyway.)
502694
I thought it could be calibrated but the web site said this ... "Only certain Escali scales can be calibrated, please see specific product specifications for more details. Most other Escali scales do not need to be calibrated, accuracy is guaranteed out of the box." The user guide (which can be downloaded as a .pdf) for the all plastic Primo doesn't mention calibration. The Website FAQ is ... http://www.escali.com/FAQ. You can always buy a calibration weight of some size less than the scale's max. capacity to VERIFY the scale's accuracy, but the scale can't be RECALIBRATED if it doesn't have that function. I thought it could be calibrated but the web site said this ... "Only certain Escali scales can be calibrated, please see specific product specifications for more details. Most other Escali scales do not need to be calibrated, accuracy is guaranteed out of the box." The user guide (which can be downloaded as a .pdf) for the all plastic Primo doesn't mention calibration. The Website FAQ is ... http://www.escali.com/FAQ. You can always buy a calibration weight of some size less than the scale's max. capacity to VERIFY the scale's accuracy, but the scale can't be RECALIBRATED if it... » Read More I thought it could be calibrated but the web site said this ... "Only certain Escali scales can be calibrated, please see specific product specifications for more details. Most other Escali scales do not need to be calibrated, accuracy is guaranteed out of the box." The user guide (which can be downloaded as a .pdf) for the all plastic Primo doesn't mention calibration. The Website FAQ is ... http://www.escali.com/FAQ. You can always buy a calibration weight of some size less than the scale's max. capacity to VERIFY the scale's accuracy, but the scale can't be RECALIBRATED if it doesn't have that function. « Show Less
1344564
I only use this scale at my farmers market to weigh produce. I believe you have to get a special scale to get what you want as far as calibration. I know there out there. I would google scales with calibration and that should take you to a company, but expect to spend quite a bit.
2015822
I received model ACPro-200. It only required the 200 calibration weight. The calibration process never asked for the 100 calibration weight. I noticed in the reviews that AWS must have updated their hardware sometime in 2015, as many of those reviewers also state that their system never asked for the 100 calibration weight, only the 200. Save $5 and skip the 100 calibration weight.
1854036
There is no initial calibration needed and I don't find anything regarding instructions on how to calibrate it should there be the need to in the future. I am assuming that since it works as most digital scales do, measuring changes in electrical resistance distributed to load cells, calibration is performed at the factory and would need to be performed by the factory in the future if there was a need to do so. I have had other digital scales which operated the same way and lasted for many years. It measures the same as a mechanical scale I have so I believe it is accurate from the factory. The only way to tell for sure is to locate a standard and periodically check to ensure it is calibrated against that standard.
379048
You have to convert from INCH pounds to FOOT pounds but yes you could use this, no the scale is NOT in foot pounds. You need an 3/8 to 1/2 adapter. You are better off getting one that reads in foot pounds and comes in 1/2 inch. This one is really great for torquing valve cover bolts, oil pan bolts and other small bolts that factory repair manuals and haynes manuals SPECIFY INCH pound torque specs. I've used it and works great and does not have to be calibrated.
1256984
There is no need to calibrate the scale before use. I use the scale to weigh out coffee for my morning brew. The measurement readings change with increases in weight. From 0-200g you're able to measure to the nearest hundredth of a gram (0.01g). From 201-500g your able to measure to the nearest tenth of a gram (0.1g)From 501 - 2000g you're able to measure to the nearest gram (1g)Hope this helps.
229878
I had the same issue. I purchased the weights to properly calibrate but still nothing. In my honest opinion, this scale is trash. Sorry
2165254
Press on\off button to turn unit on. Press it again to choose the weight unit before the 0.00 appears
1892993
Its always best to calibrate to a known weight. I did not have any known weights, so I calibrated it to zero (ie no weight). For my purposes, this was sufficient.
606307
Not necessary. Comes pre-calibrated. You get to pick between 4 weights: g, kg, oz, and one other that I can't remember (but description lists them all).
1215967
It should be easy to calibrate (and never assume any measuring device is "factory calibrated"!). Just put an empty container on the scale, press the tare button. Scale should now read 0. Pour a cup of water and the weight should be 8.3 oz.
8862
I checked the users guide and do not see any information about calibration of the unit. There is a support number you can call.
854292
I just got mine today and also a 500g calibration weight. My understanding from other blogs if your scale is a max 1000g then you need 1000g weight to calibrate it. What I did was use my 500g weight as a reference then got a 16.9 fl oz water bottle, opened it up and sucked out the water with a syringe until the number was the exact same as my calibration weight. Then used both the weight and water to re calibrate. Works just fine now.
1784756
It depends on the diameter of the weights you are placing on it. You can estimate 1/2 of the diameter of any plate you use. Thank you!
627492
No, you do not have to calibrate this scale. It work great just out of the box. I highly recommend it!
1640772
Yes it can be re-calibrated if necessary. When I do it the scale asks for a 1000.0 g weight. I don't have any so I just check it with the smaller weight set I have. You can buy the weight on ebay for 17 USD or so. Wish they stated this in the product description. Good luck. Joe
854293
The calibration weight may vary by the model of the scale. Mine is a Blade - 1KG. It uses a 500g calibration weight. Look in your owners manual. If yours specifies 500 and it's "asking" for 1000, it may be defective.