Weighing scales are a part of daily operations in many businesses – they are used in retail stores, manufacturing units and other services. Weighing scales are either analogue or digital and have come a long way from the traditional analogue scales that use a spring mechanism to calculate the weight to a battery or electricity-powered digital weighing scale. A digital weighing scale might sound like a reliable and convenient option, but it does come with its own pros and cons.
Let us take a look at the pros and cons of digital weighing scales.
Pros of digital weighing scales
Highly reliable: Digital weighing scales, when compared to an analogue scale are highly unlikely to give an inaccurate reading, so they are considered to be reliable. This is because the digital sensors located inside the weighing machine, which are used to measure the weight, cannot go wrong.
Readability: Digital weighing scales are easy to use than an analogue scale; the digital version will automatically turn on when a weight is placed and will turn off once the weight is removed. It is easier to read the LCD digital display that will give you reading to the nearest decimal.
High accuracy: Digital weighing scales are highly accurate. Some come with an auto-calibration feature which means there is very less chance of error.
Durable: Another advantage of using a digital weighing scale is that they are very durable.
Portability: When compared to an analogue weighing scale, digital scales are light weight and can be stored and carried easily from one location to another.
Extra features/settings: Some weighing scales come with extra features like the history of readings, BMI, etc.
Cons of digital weighing scales
While digital weighing scales are increasingly becoming popular due to the many pros they come with, there are some cons also that need to be considered.
Dependency on power: Unlike an analogue version, a digital weighing scale is dependent on power to operate. Typically, these run on cells and need battery power to function. Unless there is a power source or batteries available, the device would be of no use. So, consider keeping spare batteries for emergency use.
Costlier: Given the relatively more complex technology present in them, a digital weighing scale will usually be costlier than an analogue one. This means that it is not within reach of everyone and will need a slightly bigger budget to own one.
Potential inconsistency in results for cheaper models: Analogue weighing scales, historically, have a better track record and reputation for accuracy and consistency of results. While modern technology has advanced considerably, there are many cheap digital weighing scales that tend to give results that may not be accurate. At least, there are some that can even throw up varying results.
Difficult to calibrate: Analogue models too require calibration but this is easier to perform and can be more reliable as compared to those in digital weighing scales. Of course, there are digital scales that have an auto-calibration feature which can negate this disadvantage considerably.To purchase the right digital weighing scale for your business, visit our website and take a look at our extensive range of weighing scales.
