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Detecto Retail Scale
Detecto DS Series

The economical DS price computing scale product line consists of four different models with capacities ranging from 6 lbs to 60 lbs.  Each scale includes front and rear displays for seller and customer.  Portability is made possible since these retail scales can operate on battery power while an AC adapter is included for non-stop weighing and pricing.  There isn't a better legal for trade price computing scale for the money.

Standard Features:

  • MADE IN USA
  • Front and Rear Displays
  • Easy to Read Backlit LCD Display
  • Weigh, Unit Price and Total Price is Shown
  • Removable Stainless Steel Top
Detecto Price Computing Scales
DS6 6 x 0.002 lb $214.00
DS12 12 x 0.005 lb $214.00
DS30 30 x 0.01 lb $214.00
DS60 60 x 0.02 lb $214.00

Detecto Food Portion Scale
Detecto AP Series

Compact digital scale features all-stainless steel housing for durability that can easily be cleaned.  NTEP Certified for commercial applications, the Detecto AP Series makes a perfect legal for trade food scale due to its quality design and ease of operation.

If the Detecto legal for trade scale is out of your budget, consider Doran's stainless steel LFT scale available at a more economical price without sacrificing quality.

Standard Features:

  • All Stainless Steel Construction
  • "Legal-for-trade" / NTEP Approved
  • Easy to Read Red LED Display
  • Configure response rate, vibration filtering and other operational parameters
  • Ideal for food service, industrial, the chemical industry, or in food, drug, or hardware retail establishments
Detecto Stainless Steel Digital Scales
AP99OZ 99.95 oz x 0.05 oz $399.00
AP7LB 7.998 lb x 0.002 lb $399.00
AP9LB 9.995 lb x 0.005 lb $399.00

Detecto Price Computing Scales
Detecto PC-30

Detecto PC-30 is versatile, legal for trade and capable of basic price-per-pound calculations as well as product labeling with optional P220 label printer.  NTEP certification is vital in any industry that sells products based on weight.  Since PC-30 price computing scales are legal for trade, you can rest easy knowing your electronic food scale meets the NTEP specification required by food industry regulations.

Standard Features:

  • Easy-to-use price per pound feature with instant display of total price.
  • Up to 99 product prices can be stored in memory for speedy recall along with product names when the optional label printer is used.
  • Alpha keypad to name each product for printing on the labels.
  • 27 preset keys - Simply place a product on the scale and press the product's pre-defined preset key to access stored data.
  • Removable PLU key label chart for identifying your specific products on the keyboard.
  • Assign shelf life for each product, providing "Packed On" and "Sell By" dates printed on the thermal label.
Detecto PC Series Price Computing Scales
PC-10 6 x 0.002 lb $425.00
PC-20 15 x 0.005 lb $425.00
PC-30 30 x 0.01 lb $425.00

Detecto Shipping ScaleDetecto AS-350D

This American Made shipping scale features 12" x 14" stainless steel platform and easily connect to computer based systems.  Optional ball-top platter is available as an option.  Detecto AS-350D is NTEP certified for postal and shipping applications.  Weigh anything from postage to boxes for a variety of shipping and receiving applications.

Standard Features:
  • Switch selectable baud rate
  • ASCII format with 8 data bits - no parity - 1 stop bit
  • Selectable weight on demand or continuous weight output
  • Setup diskette included
  • Cable included
  • Legal for Trade


Detecto Legal for Trade Shipping Scales
AS-350D 150 lb x 0.02 lb $1,329.00

Detecto Grocery ScaleDetecto T3530

Long term accuracy is guaranteed by Detecto's use of Thermolastic springs which are not affected by extreme temperature variations.  Air dashpot absorbs shock created when commodities are placed on scale to protect the mechanism and increase produce scale's life.  Extra-large, recessed 14.5" double dial is easily readable from both sides and is lithographed on metal with chrome-plated sashes and stainless steel bands.

Standard Features:
  • Extra large, recessed, easy reading dial
    15" double dial, readable from either side, lithographed on metal with chrome-plated sashes and stainless steel bands.
  • All connections from center
    Connections to runner are perfectly centralized, which is a prime factor in permanent accuracy.
  • Perfectly balanced housing
    Precision machining makes a perfectly balanced housing, enclosing the entire mechanism.
  • Double pinion protection
    Pinion bridge is fastened on both ends to heavy posts, insuring perfectly straight center action under the most severe weighing conditions.
  • Fully enclosed runner
    The runner to which the springs are attached is enclosed, thereby protecting it against an accumulation of dust and dirt.
  • Extra large dash pot
    Automatic air dash pot insures uninterrupted operation regardless of change in temperature.
  • Stainless steel fish and vegetable pan
    15" diameter stainless steel pan and bows.

Detecto NTEP Approved Bench ScaleDetecto 5852F-204

Portable bench scales from Detecto operate on batteries or AC power and feature large 5" diameter, heavy-duty rubolene wheels for mobility.  Bring the scale to a new location easily and weigh goods up to 500 lbs (5852F-204) or 1,000 lbs (8852F-204) depending on the model you choose.  Cardinal 204 indicator is furnished in a general purpose enclosure with a 1" (25mm) high LCD display, push button zero, and LB/KG switch.

Standard Features:
  • General purpose enclosure
  • Battery or AC power
  • Large 1" high LCD display
  • Pushbutton zero
  • lb/kg switch
  • Bi-directional serial port
  • Auto shutoff and sleep modes
  • NTEP Certified
Detecto NTEP Approved Bench Scales
5852F-204 500 lb x 0.2 lb $1,589.00
8852F-204 1,000 lb x 0.5 lb $1,589.00

Detecto "Legal for Trade"Detecto EB Series

Detecto EB bench scales are built with stainless steel construction and offer washdown protection.  Certified for commercial and industrial weighing applications.  Weigh units in pounds or kilograms and easily view the results on the large LED digital display.  Washdown protection after weighing foods makes it easy to clean afterwards.

Standard Features:
  • Stainless Steel Construction
  • Large LED Display
  • Push Button Tare
  • Flexible Print Formats
  • Pounds/Kilograms Conversion
  • Gross, Tare, Net Conversion
  • AC Power
  • Auto Shut-off
Detecto EB - NTEP Bench Scales
EB-15-205 15 lb x 0.005 lb 6 kg x 0.005 kg $935.00

Detecto Nautilus Bench ScaleDetecto Nautilus

Featuring Cardinal 205 digital weight indicator with NEMA 4X/IP66 stainless steel enclosure, the Detecto Nautilus works even in the harshest, wettest environments.  Available in 2 capacities and featuring selectable key lockout, label printing, and adjustable filtering, the Nautilus is the most versatile washdown scale available.

Standard Features:
  • Legal for Trade - NTEP CC# 02-006
  • NEMA 4X/IP66 indicator enclosure
  • All stainless steel construction
  • Rugged overload protection
  • Selectable key lockout
  • Multiple print formats
  • Dual RS232 formats
  • Battery power
Cardinal Nautilus - NTEP Washdown Bench Scales
NB1418-60-205 60 lb x 0.02 lb $2,175.00
NB1418-125-205 125 lb x 0.05 lb $2,175.00

Detecto AS-333D Pizza ScaleDetecto AS-333D

Detecto's legal for trade pizza scale features 6" x 10" stainless steel platform with remote display.  Conveniently mount the indicator to the counter or wall for easy viewing.  This gives you complete access to the platform in case the pizza pan hangs over the edges.  Some digital food scales are more difficult to view since the pan hangs over and covers up the display.  Detecto AS-333D offers more versatility than the others since the indicator may be moved clear of the weighing pan so you can easily see the results.

Standard Features:
  • Legal for Trade - NTEP 99-198A1
  • 6" x 10" x 2.5" Stainless Steel Platform
  • Remote Display (May be mounted to wall or counter)
  • Weighs in Pounds or Kilograms
  • RS232 for PC Connection
Detecto Legal for Trade Food Scale
AS-333D 17.5 lb x 0.005 lb $455.00

Detecto Weigh In ScaleDetecto 442

Detecto 442 is Legal for Trade which is required by many sporting events, such as wrestling as well as weight loss and fitness programs, which demand a scale to be certified by weights and measures officials. The 442 wrestling scale fills this need.

Certified wrestling scales provide necessary NTEP approval for use during weigh-ins.  Detecto is one of the few medical scale manufacturers that continues to produce legal for trade scales for wrestling events.

Standard Features:
  • NTEP Certified
  • Dual wheels
  • Non-slip mat
  • 13 3/4" x 18 1/2" platform
  • Made in America
Detecto Certified Wrestling Scale
442 350 lb x 4 oz $749.00