Answers:
How accurate is Digi-Scale?
Digi-Scale is
accurate to +/- 0.010 inches overall.
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What is the power source for Digi-Scale?
Digi-Scale uses two AA alkaline batteries or one CR123 lithium battery
(depends on the readout model you choose).
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How long is the warranty period?
Digi-Scale is warranted for 1 year.
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Can Digi-Scale be used outdoors?
The digital system may give inaccurate readings and/or
error messages if it gets wet. The liquid crystal display may be
difficult to read below 35 degrees and above 120
degrees (Fahrenheit scale).
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How do I shorten the digital scale?
1. Use a clamp to hold the two stainless steel wires (embedded in the
sides of the aluminum rail) in place. (ONLY applies to systems
manufactured before 2009.)
2. Saw into the aluminum rail - cut the green/blue circuit board side first.
3. Chamfer the ends of the scale to match the original.
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How do I get more accuracy, resolution, and/or features?
Our industrial line of products (viewable at
www.proscale.com) have better
accuracy and more features.
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How do I calibrate Digi-Scale?
1. Press the DATUM, PLUS and/or MINUS buttons to set a starting position.
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How do I mount a Digi-Scale?
Model 10:
The readhead is mounted stationary via three holes in its housing .
The scale is attached to the moving part of the apparatus, and slides through the readhead. Model 10 comes with a connector link
to mount the scale to your moving apparatus. This link acts like a
shear pin in the event the scale and readhead are not properly aligned.
The digital readout may be mounted wherever is convenient for viewing.
Model 20:
The scale may be drilled at each end for mounting bolts, or drilled and
countersunk along its length for mounting bolts, mounted with foam tape,
or mounted with Velcro.
Model 20 comes with a guide clip that is used to move
the encoder. The guide clip attaches to the moving part of
the apparatus, and is designed to automatically release if the encoder
motion is blocked. The digital readout may be mounted wherever is
convenient for viewing.
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Can I get a Digi-Scale that measures over 60 inches?
Not currently. If you require longer measuring lengths,
consult our
industrial line of products (at
www.proscale.com).
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What are the differences between Digi-Scale
and your commercially available products?
Name: Our commercial product is called ProScale.
Accuracy: Digi-Scale is accurate to
±0.010 inch overall.
ProScale is accurate to ±0.008 overall, no more than
±0.003 per 12
inch range.
Default Resolution: Digi-Scale reads to .01 inches (or .1mm).*
ProScale reads
to .001 inches (or .01mm).*
* Digi-Scale resolution can be increased using a switch on the circuit
board.
* ProScale resolution can be increased or decreased using easy keypad
programming.
Features:
ProScale uses absolute measurement technology; if powered is lost, the
position information is retained.
Digi-Scale uses incremental technology; if power is lost, so is the
position information.
ProScale is available for measuring lengths up to 20 feet.
Digi-Scale is only available up to 60 inches.
ProScale comes standard with cable lengths up to 20 feet. Digi-Scale
comes with cables lengths of 6 feet.
ProScale systems are available with a wide range of digital readouts, including units which are programmable to meet
your specific needs. Digi-Scale is only available with two digital
readout
versions.
ProScale readouts offer digital output in a variety of protocols.
Digi-Scale readouts do not have output.
ProScale may be powered by batteries or external power. Digi-Scale must be
powered using batteries.
ProScale is designed for use in machinery environments. Digi-Scale
is for general measuring use only (non-machinery environments).
