Salter Aquatronic Glass Kitchen Scale
Salter Aquatronic Glass Kitchen Scale
- Item Weight: 1.7 pounds
- Shipping Weight: 3 pounds
- ASIN: B000698A66
- Item model number: 3003
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Description
- Electronic kitchen scale weighs liquids or solids up to 11 lbs/175 fl oz (5 kg/5000 ml)
- Modern styling features glass platform over sleek stainless-steel base
- High-precision measuring in 1/8-oz/fl oz (2-g/2-ml) increments
- Weigh food right on glass surface or using own bowl
- LCD readout; replaceable lithium batteries included; 10-year warranty
A sleek stainless-steel base and glass platform make this electronic scale slim enough to slip in a drawer and elegant enough to leave out on the kitchen counter. Food can be weighed directly on the glass weighing platform, or you can use any bowl you want. The Aquatronic features a special design that weighs liquids as well as solids, in the same bowl if desired, up to 11 pounds/175 fluid ounces (5 kg/5000 ml) in precise 1/8-ounce/fluid-ounce (2-g/2-ml) increments.
Like all of Salter's electronic kitchen scales, this one features a highly accurate strain-gauge weight sensing system, LCD display, lb/kg conversion switch, add-and-weigh function, low battery indicator, and auto zero function. Measuring approximately 8 by 8 by 1-1/2 inches, the Aquatronic comes with replaceable, long-life lithium batteries and is covered by a 10-year warranty.
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Amazon Customer Reviews
Accurate, easy and practical,
January 1, 2010
5 Stars
I've had this scale for a couple of years and it still performs perfectly every time I use it. There are several ways it can be used to enhance cooking projects. I particularly like the fact that it can be stored up on edge as I don't have much counter space. I have actually stacked stuff on it when it's turned off and sitting flat and that doesn't seem to bother it, but it seems better to store it vertically so that's what I do.
I use my own receptacle for holding whatever I'm measuring--place the bowl or whatever on the scale and push the on/zero button. Then add what you want to weigh and it will weigh only the addition. If you press the on/zero button again, it will reset to zero so you can add something else and weigh only the new addition.
Having both US and metric measurements is super if you are using a European recipe that gives quantities in grams. I don't have to worry about converting it because the scale does it for me.
One button on the right front is to turn the scale on/zero and one for off. On the left front is a button for dry ingredients and one for liquid measurements. Each will show metric to begin with but will switch to US measure when you push it again.
I got the scale to measure portion size while dieting and found that using it when cooking also helped me calculate the calories in combination dishes. I also use it to get the weight of something I'm planning to put in my convection/microwave, which calculates cooking time or defrost time based on weight. The scale has turned out to be much more useful than I expected.
There is an easily accessible battery compartment on the underside when you need to change the batteries, but so far, I haven't had to. All in all, I am very satisfied with this scale and highly recommend it.
A Classic and a Beauty Too!,
July 30, 2009
5 Stars
This is one of the most accurate kitchen scales I've used and I've used many, from other companies, over the years. I can always count on Salter brand for accuracy, design and sleekness.
This also weighs your liquids as well as solids, so it's very versatile. I love the all-glass platform which helps keep everything clean and safe. Easy to use buttons and I love being able to add to the bowl without dumping everything to measure each ingredient.
Looks good on the counter too, and doesn't take up too much room. Lasts a long time.
Excellent Scale,
January 1, 2008
5 Stars
Needed something to replace the spring type scale we brought from Germany.
This one fit the bill perfectly. You can set the default starting measure scale to Grams or ozs with a slid switch on the bottom. It is very sensitive but will also take plenty of weight. The zero features are great and you can measure anything, liquid or solid. Just zero the scale with the measuring device, cup, glass or bucket in place and add the item to be measured to it. Spot on.
Looks good too. Not sure how long the batteries will last, need to uses it and see but they are very easy to get at if needed. It will turn itself off if you forget.
Overall, we are very pleased, a nice addition to the Kitchen.
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