Scale changes w trickler near

Just guessing here but try wiping the trickler down with a anti-static dryer sheet. Or maybe change the location of it, like to the other side.

It's not all that uncommon for an electronic scale to be sensitive to various items. This is frequently because the scale does not have sheilding to seperate the extremely sensitive load cells from outside interference. If that's the case, there is little you can do about it other than buying a better scale.

Load cells take time to heat up and are notoriously inaccurate until they are hot. Turn your scale on and walk away for 30 minutes. Then zero it and calibrate. That may be enough to prevent the trickler from interfering ( but I doubt it ) You should do that every time you're going to use the scale anyhow. I don't know anything about the scale you have, but if it has batteries, remove them and use only the power cord that came with the scale. Read the owners manual for the scale and see if there is a factory reset. Typically you press each button a number of times. That can get rid of "drifting" issues, and might get rid of the interference with your tumbler.


Where in wny are you ?

0.4 gr would be nothing to worry about if you were loading the .50 BMG cartridge, but is more than the difference between starting load and max load in the .25 ACP. My guess is that you're not loading for the 50, but more likely 9mm or .357 mag. 0.4 gr is too much deviation in any small capacity case. Get the issue solved before you actually load any rounds.

Tisto said:

0.4 gr would be nothing to worry about if you were loading the .50 BMG cartridge, but is more than the difference between starting load and max load in the .25 ACP. My guess is that you're not loading for the 50, but more likely 9mm or .357 mag. 0.4 gr is too much deviation in any small capacity case. Get the issue solved before you actually load any rounds.

Click to expand...

a grain of powder is enough to make a lot of change in pressures...
First thought was electromagnetic interference, and well that's pretty much what static electricity is.
Despite having a couple scale-dispensers, I never use them, instead I use an electronic scale to set the throw weight on a Powder Dispenser, or scoop into the pan for just a few rounds.
They all have their drawbacks and limitations, just how much accuracy and aggravation you want.

0.4gr is way too much drift. Get a good scale.

Your scale was MADE IN CHYNAW, it came with a 0.4gr virus installed.

All joking aside, buy a better scale.

US Solid scales are reasonably priced and mine has been very dependable for a couple years now....



I use the same trickler set just inside the glass. No issues.

If you can't/don't want to get a better scale, then use your check weights and see if it's at least consistent when the trickler is present.

It only actually needs to be correct at the final point.

Carlos Hathcock said:

US Solid scales are reasonably priced and mine has been very dependable for a couple years now....

View attachment 231749

I use the same trickler set just inside the glass. No issues.

Click to expand...

Arent you supposed to be on vacation ? What are you doing lurking here ?

Oh, wait - you stepped on your tongue there in the Caribbean, and Mama caught you and warned you not to look. So you spend your time on your phone. Got it.

Tisto said:

Arent you supposed to be on vacation ? What are you doing lurking here ?

Oh, wait - you stepped on your tongue there in the Caribbean, and Mama caught you and warned you not to look. So you spend your time on your phone. Got it.

Click to expand...

I do not abandon the membership here simply because I'm on vacation. Carlos never sleeps. Anyway, there's only so much of the day you can blow on pools and sun.....



MURICA !

I use a little Frankford Arsenal digital scale that's close to 15 years old for quick checks. The only time it gets funny is when the batteries get weak, or the scale is very cold. The small battery powered scales can't be warmed up like a bench-top balance. They are set to turn off after a certain time. If my basement is very cold, I'll put the scale in a pocket for a few minutes while the heater is warming the place up.

If I'm trickling rifle loads, I like a beam scale. I set it for the weight I want, and trickle until it hits.

I like the RCBS 5-0-5. You can usually find good deals on used ones.

OP - Where in WNY are you ?

Thats a big swing. I would guess static of some sort as well. Theres no substitute for a good scale when reloading.

Well ? Any progress ?

My Lyman scale did the same thing, I found out it was interference from the fluorescent light fixture.

Well, that's a good start. I don't know if FA wanted the old scale back or not, but I think I would send it to them with a description of the problems it has as well as a thank-you for the replacement.