AWS Gemini-20 Milligram Scale 20g x 0.001g–Digital Jewelry/Lab Scale for Powder, Gold, Gems – Includes Calibration Weights, Tweezers & Tray–Tare, Cal, 6 Units (Gemini - 20 - Silver)

Works absolutely perfectly. It is durable and precise. Make sure you keep it away from things like moisture, dust and lint. The battery lasts eons as well. Highly recommended scale.

Slick looking small milligram scale. This could technically be a pocket scale but is better suited to carrying in its provided box, the lid of which is retained by magnets to allow quick easy opening but keep it closed otherwis. The measuring surface by itself is not very large and is better suited to using the saucer that comes with it or something like SEOH Plastic Hexagonal Weigh Boats Micro Dish 100pk which I have bought myself. The Seoh boats provide a larger container then the provided metal saucer. I compared this to an older Ohaus digital scale I had that only goes to .1 grams and they both seemed to match. The provided calibration weights seem fairly cheap. They are not solid and the bottoms seem to be poorly glued on which retains the fine material inside that apparently allows them to tune the weights before shipping. You can pick up and shake the weight and hear the bits bounce around inside. Actually upon opening my box the piece of scotch tape on the plastic bag holding the scale had a few metal bits stuck to it.I was confused where these came from until I pulled the calibration weight stuck in the box out to see the bottom missing. See my photos The real problem to this is when the scale first arrives you will probably need to calibrate it. However to properly calibrate requires BOTH 10 gram weights. So this left me in a bit of pickle where sure I can compare the first 10 gram weight to the 2nd damaged 10 gram weight but since I could not properly calibrate the scale to begin with I am unsure if this comparison is accurate.... I glued the pieces in and it looks like I may be off around +/- .003 grams or so. I considered requesting an exchange or a new set of weights but it seemed like a lot of trouble. I may end up picking up some higher quality calibration weights later but they would likely cost more then the scale itself. Another issue I have is I wish the scale would stay on a little bit longer or have an option to stay permanently on or at least an extra minute or two. You really have to have everything setup and ready to go as soon as the scale is turned on and your weighing container is tared. Conclusion Pro: Cheap, accurate, nice looking scale. Including calibration weights, weighing pan, tweezers Con: Poor calibration weights - one of mine arrived damaged, weighing pan fairly small - recommend purchasing plastic weighing boats

I ordered this scale to weigh capsules from a compounding pharmacy. My suspicion was that the drug-to-filler ratio was varying widely. Since one ingredient weighs more than the other, if some capsules in the batch weighed a lot more than others did, there was a good chance I was getting an inconsistent mix of filler to drug. When the scale arrived I followed the calibration instructions (easy-peasy!) and then started weighing the capsules. Yup--big difference. So I took the scale in it's sturdy box and some capsules down to the pharmacy. The pharmacist viewed me with an expression of polite and slightly condescending patience, an "all right, I'll watch--then I'll show you that your cheap little toy doesn't weigh correctly" look. I weighed some capsules and he wrote down the numbers, then took the capsules into the back room to weigh them on his very expensive and accurate scale. When he returned, his look had changed to stunned interest. He asked where I got the scale and how much I had paid for it. He said he was going to recommend it to his customers, who had asked him where they could get an affordable and accurate scale. Yeah, the little round weighing platform is small, but it will accommodate a small pill very well. I didn't have any troubles with the little dish as one person claimed they did-I bet they didn't point the dish's pointed spout towards the calibration weight. That makes a difference! This scale is the REAL DEAL, and does the job. Just read all the instructions and follow them step-by-step. TIPS FOR ACCURACY-- 0) Read the 4 star rating for additional good tips. 1) Calibrate often, as this is a delicate instrument. Calibration is pushing a button and adding 2 weights (included). 2) If you are weighing a capsule or powder to use the little dish (included). 3) Be sure to point the spout on the dish directly at the calibration weight which is stored in a little holder on top of the scale. This scale is VERY sensitive, so if the dish always sits the same way, it will weigh the same each time. 4) When weighing capsules, point one end towards the same stored calibration weight also. That way your capsules and dish will always be in the same position, giving you more "sameness" when weighing things. 5) Always put the scale and accessories (extra calibration weight--you need both to calibrate but one stores on the scale and one in the box--and long tweezers) in the box when done with them. This scale probably won't survive banging around or being dropped on the floor, so put the box where it won't get knocked off a shelf.

Es justo lo que buscaba para pesar gemas pequeñas y conocer cuántos kilates pesan hasta 3 decimales de precisión. Anteriormente compré otras básculas de precios mucho más económicos pero nunca me sirvieron, aprendí mi lección de que es mejor invertir en algo bueno. No se descalibra seguido, pero es recomendable siempre corroborar con una de las pesas de 10 gramos que trae antes de usarla. Trae unas pinzas y un platito para usarlo en modo Tare, en fin, muy recomendable para quienes buscan calidad y excelente precisión.

High precision and easy to use.

**Headline: Precision at Your Fingertips: The AWS American Weigh Scales Portable Milligram Scale** As someone who frequently works with small quantities of materials, having a reliable and precise scale is absolutely crucial. After doing some research, I decided to purchase the AWS American Weigh Scales Portable Milligram Scale with a stainless steel platform from Amazon. Here’s my detailed experience with this product. From the moment I unboxed the AWS Portable Milligram Scale, I was impressed with its sleek design and compact size. The stainless steel platform adds a touch of durability and sophistication, which is reassuring for a tool that's meant to provide high precision. The overall build quality feels solid, and the compact design makes it incredibly portable, fitting easily into my pocket or a small compartment in my bag. One of the standout features of this scale is its accuracy. It can measure down to 0.001 grams (1 milligram), which is perfect for my needs. I use it for measuring small amounts of herbs, spices, and sometimes even tiny components for electronics projects. The precision is outstanding, and it consistently delivers accurate readings, which is something I can't say for other scales I've tried in the past. The backlit LCD display is clear and easy to read, even in low light conditions. This is particularly useful when I’m working late at night or in dimly lit environments. The display shows the weight in several units, including grams, ounces, carats, and grains, making it versatile for different applications. I find myself switching between grams and carats often, and the scale handles these changes seamlessly. Another feature I appreciate is the tare function. This allows me to zero out the weight of any container I’m using, so I only measure the content. It’s a simple feature but incredibly useful, especially when working with powders or liquids that need to be in a container. The operation is straightforward – just place the container on the scale, press the tare button, and the display resets to zero. The scale also comes with a protective cover, which doubles as a weighing tray. This is a thoughtful design choice, as it keeps the scale safe when not in use and provides an additional surface for weighing when needed. I’ve found this especially handy when dealing with loose materials that might spill or scatter easily. In terms of battery life, the scale is powered by two AAA batteries, which are easy to replace and widely available. The scale has an auto-off feature that helps conserve battery life when not in use, which is great because I often forget to turn it off manually. After several weeks of use, I have not encountered any issues with calibration or accuracy. The scale comes with calibration weights, which is a nice inclusion, although I haven’t needed to recalibrate it yet. The initial calibration out of the box was spot on, and it has remained consistent since then. Overall, I am extremely satisfied with the AWS American Weigh Scales Portable Milligram Scale. It offers exceptional precision, a user-friendly interface, and a durable design, all at a reasonable price point. For anyone in need of a reliable and accurate portable scale, whether for professional use or hobbies, I highly recommend this product.

Good milligram scale

We bought this scale to weigh my wife's puffer capsules, because they quite frequently seemed to be empty. By learning their weights before and after use, we hoped to be able to detect the empty ones before use, so we could return them to the manufacturer. The capsules typically weigh about 0.050 grams full and about 0.045 grams empty, so the difference is only about 5 mg. In use, at first we used the supplied tray, but we soon dispensed with the tray because it seemed easier to position the capsules directly on the scale. We found that the indicated weight began to decrease after about ten seconds only to steady out after a minute or so. The scale turns itself off after about 70 seconds. We therefore waited each time until the last reading before the scale turned off. We made five measurements each time and used the average. After ten days of use, we went on vacation for a month, and while away only a couple of capsules seemed to be empty, so we have not yet used the scale since we returned. Our initial objective of identifying empty capsules before use has therefore not been achieved, but if the problem starts to resume we'll try again and let you know if we succeed in our objective. Despite the fact that we have not (yet) achieved our objective, the scale is amazingly precise and repeatable. For this type of weighing at this price it is to be recommended.