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The Importance of Medical Scale Calibration
Health scale calibration requires NIST certified calibration weights so scales within health facilities properly function.
Why Scale Calibration Matters
Every scale needs to be calibrated to ensure it provides reliable, accurate weights. Without consistent calibration, it’s difficult to tell if a scale properly calculates results. This could cause various problems in healthcare facilities, such as miscalculating patient weight, which could lead to incorrect weight-based medication dosages. It’s critical to calibrate scales properly, especially in fields where high precision is a necessity.
Certified Calibration Weights for Health Scales
Certified calibration weights are needed for patient scale calibration. Relying on a certified technician with quality weights ensures scales are calibrated properly and ready for weighing requirements in healthcare facilities.
Consumer weights such as barbells or similar items may not provide an accurate weight suitable for calibration. For example, a 5-pound consumer weight, such as a barbell, may actually weigh between 4.75 and 5.25 pounds.
Certified calibration weights have a manufactured and adjusted tolerance of ± 230 milligrams. A certified calibration weight ensures scales are calibrated correctly and present accurate weighments. Use ASTM Class 6, grip handle, cast iron calibration weights for both imperial or metric medical scales.
Rice Lake Weighing Systems Calibration Services
Rice Lake offers calibration services with an industry-leading four-day turnaround time. With a range of calibration weights plus custom solutions for unique applications, Rice Lake has the solution for you. Speak with your dealer to assess the right calibration weights and schedule for your facilities.
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Cast Iron Calibration Weights - Grip Handle
Cast iron calibration weights with a grip handle are available in weight capacities of 10 kg/20 lb and up.
