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.
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Feature |
300kg Model |
500kg Model |
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Accuracy (Readability) |
0.1kg (often 0.05kg up to 150kg) |
0.1kg |
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Platform Size |
~103cm x 53cm (40" x 21") |
~103cm x 53cm or larger |
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Material |
Stainless Steel (304 or 201 Grade) |
Stainless Steel or Powder-coated Steel |
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Power |
AC Adapter + AA Batteries |
AC Adapter + Rechargeable Battery |
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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
- 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.
- KERN EOE 300K100XL: A premium German-engineered scale. It has a massive 95cm platform and is known for extreme durability in clinical veterinary settings.
- 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 and use the TARE button to zero it out.