For a digital livestock or veterinary platform scale with a 300kg to 500kg capacity and 0.1kg (100g) accuracy, you are looking at a specific class of "medium-duty" agricultural scales. These are typically designed with stainless steel platforms and a "Hold" function to account for animal movement. Recommended Scale Specifications (300kg – 500kg) Most scales in this category offer dual-range accuracy to give you better precision for smaller animals while maintaining high capacity for larger ones. Feature 300kg Model 500kg Model Accuracy (Readability) 0.1kg (often 0.05kg up to 150kg) 0.1kg Platform Size ~103cm x 53cm (40" x 21") ~103cm x 53cm or larger Material Stainless Steel (304 or 201 Grade) Stainless Steel or Powder-coated Steel Power AC Adapter + AA Batteries AC Adapter + Rechargeable Battery Top Brands KERN (EOE), VEVOR, Vetek Spaldings, Innoweight, PS-500 series ________________________________________ Key Features for Veterinary/Farm Use • Dynamic Weighing (Animal Hold): This is the most critical feature. It filters out the "noise" of an animal moving or shivering on the scale to provide a stable average weight. • Low Profile Design: High-quality scales are usually only 5cm to 10cm high. This makes it much easier to lead sheep or calves onto the platform without them jumping or baulking. • Remote Indicator: The digital display is connected by a long (2m–5m) coiled cable. This allows you to mount the screen on a wall or a post away from the animal's feet and out of the "splash zone." • Tare & Zero Functions: Essential for subtracting the weight of a crate, cage, or a rubber mat placed on top for better traction. ________________________________________ Popular Models for 300kg – 500kg 1. PS-500 Series (Industry Standard): Widely available under various brand names (like VEVOR or Generic). It features a 103x53cm stainless platform and is specifically rated for 500kg x 0.1kg. 2. KERN EOE 300K100XL: A premium German-engineered scale. It has a massive 95cm platform and is known for extreme durability in clinical veterinary settings. 3. Spaldings Animal Platform (73098): A ruggedized farm version that often includes a textured non-slip surface, which is safer for hooves than smooth stainless steel. Setup Tips for Accuracy • The Level Surface: Even at 0.1kg accuracy, if the four feet are not perfectly level, the load cells will "bind," giving you a false low reading. • Cleaning: Use a waterproof scale. For veterinary use, ensure the platform is "wipe-clean" stainless steel to prevent cross-contamination between batches. • Traction: If the animal is slipping, add a thin rubber mat 500g Kitchen Scales Precise Digital Weighing Scale.