The different types of kitchen scales

There are different types of kitchen scales, each with different features and functionality to meet the needs of cooks.

Digital scales

Digital scales are most common in professional kitchens and at home. They are electronic scales that use resistive weighing technology to calculate the mass of ingredients.

They usually have a digital display, function keys to change the units of measurement and often a "tare" button to easily weigh additional ingredients. Digital scales are generally very accurate and can accurately weigh small quantities of ingredients.

Platform scales

Pan scales are mechanical scales that use a pan to weigh ingredients. Pan scales are usually larger than digital scales, making them easier to use for weighing large ingredients.

These scales are often equipped with a set screw to adjust accuracy, and with a graduated weight indicator.

Platform tare scales

Platform scales are electronic scales that use a platform to weigh ingredients. These scales often have a digital display to indicate weight and a tare function to weigh additional ingredients.

It is important to choose a kitchen scale that meets your needs based on how you will use it, the accuracy required and the storage space available.

For safe use and longevity, it is also important that the scale is easy to use and maintain.

Kitchen scales can be used for culinary purposes as well as for diet control, laboratory needs, research needs, etc.

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