Mettler Toledo - 2 x Mettler-Toledo 15 kg Platform Scale

• Used for accurate weighing of ingredients in food production and bakeries.
• Suitable for portion control in catering and restaurant environments.
• Applied in quality control for checking product weights in manufacturing.
• Utilised in logistics for parcel weighing and inventory management.
• Commonly found in laboratories for general-purpose weighing tasks.

Typical capacity

This unit is specified at 15 kg, which is a common capacity for precision platform scales of this type.

Readability/Precision

For this class of Mettler-Toledo equipment, readability is typically in the range of 0.1g to 1g, depending on the specific model and application.

Platform size

Platform sizes commonly found on units of this type vary, but are typically between 200x200mm and 400x400mm.

Power supply

Units of this type commonly operate on mains power (230V AC, 50Hz for UK use) or via an internal rechargeable battery for portable applications.

Construction material

The weighing pan is typically stainless steel, with the base unit often constructed from ABS plastic or painted steel for durability.

Connectivity

Many Mettler-Toledo platform scales offer connectivity options such as RS232 for data transfer to printers or PCs.

• Are these scales suitable for trade use?

  For trade use (e.g., selling by weight), scales must be legally verified ('stamped'). Buyers should confirm if these specific units have current legal-for-trade certification.

• What maintenance is typically required for these scales?

• Can these scales be integrated with other systems?

• What environment are these scales designed for?

• Is calibration included or required upon purchase?

Precision and portable balances are valued for their accuracy and reliability across laboratory and pharmaceutical settings. Buyers typically seek models with proven calibration stability and minimal drift over time. When purchasing used equipment, industry practice emphasises checking calibration certificates, verifying display functionality, and confirming availability of replacement parts. These instruments are generally regarded as durable workhorses that perform well if properly maintained. Key strengths include repeatability, compact design for space-constrained labs, and compatibility with existing analytical workflows.

General overview for this equipment type