What is the difference between net weighing and gross weighing?

Net weighing measures only the product's weight, excluding the container. Gross weighing measures the combined weight of the product and its container. This unit is described as a net-weigh scale.

Can this scale handle different product types?

Semi-automatic netweigh-counting scales are versatile and can typically handle a range of free-flowing granular, powdered, or small solid products. Product characteristics may influence accuracy and speed.

Is this unit suitable for food contact applications?

Suitability for food contact depends on the specific materials used for contact parts and any certifications. Buyers should verify this with the seller for this particular used unit.

What kind of maintenance is typically required?

Routine maintenance commonly involves cleaning, calibration checks, and inspection of moving parts. Load cells and electronics are generally low maintenance but require careful handling.

Can this scale be integrated into an existing production line?

As a semi-automatic unit, it typically operates as a standalone station requiring manual product feeding and container placement. Integration into fully automated lines is generally not its primary design.

Used Semi-Automatic Netweigh-Counting Scales 5500 - Checkweighers

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Semi-Automatic Netweigh-Counting Scales 5500

Name: Semi-Automatic Netweigh-Counting Scales 5500
SKU: DG00005
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Model US-5500 Semi-Automatic 'Kit' Netweigh Scale provides for fast change-over from one kit to the next. Part sampling for each part in the kit allows for single piece weight calibration or simply enter the piece weight. Recipe management is standard with this model which provides for saving recipe settings for thousands of parts on a USB memory stick. Integrated LED lights will automatically sequence to alert operators which parts to feed from an ergonomic work table with clear, adjustable dividers. When integrated with bagging systems, the US-5000 add-on provides for a fast bagging, versatile and quick changeover scale system

Galway, Ireland

5,966 km away

Model Number

US-5500

Stock Number

DG00005

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Applications & Use Cases

Accurate portioning of granular or small solid products into bags, boxes, or other containers.
Counting of small components or parts for packaging or inventory management.
Batching ingredients in food processing or chemical industries.
Pre-packaging operations requiring precise weight or count control.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity: For this class of equipment, capacities typically range from a few grams up to 25-50 kg, depending on the specific model and application.
Power supply: Commonly operates on standard single-phase industrial power, typically 230V, 50Hz in the UK.
Throughput: Semi-automatic units typically offer throughputs ranging from 5 to 20 weighments or counts per minute, influenced by product characteristics and operator efficiency.
Weighing accuracy: Units of this type commonly provide accuracy within +/- 0.1% to 0.5% of the target weight, depending on the load cell and control system.
Materials of construction: Typically features stainless steel contact parts for hygiene and durability, with painted mild steel frames for general industrial use.
Footprint: A semi-automatic netweigh-counting scale typically requires a compact footprint, often around 0.5 to 1.5 square metres, plus space for operator access.

Frequently Asked Questions

Net weighing measures only the product's weight, excluding the container. Gross weighing measures the combined weight of the product and its container. This unit is described as a net-weigh scale.

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