LeFusil said:
"Correct room temp, most manufacturers insist that you let the scale “warm up” (usually turn it on and let it sit the 5 to 10 min before calibration and use), keeping it away from light sources that emit magnetic interference, when in use keeping it away from vents, fans and other drafty areas is also important."
Years ago, an old coin, jewelry and bullion dealer gave me a free piece of education on scales. He pointed out that, if the scale pan is exposed below an air vent, it is more than likely the pressure from the downdraft will add to the weight of whatever it is you're buying. In today's world of $2400 gold, that little breath could be pretty valuable. A gram extra and you're talking a hundred bucks.
Ever since my spidey-sense has tingled when I went into coin-jewelry-bullion sales places and saw the scale near an air vent. Often affected -negatively- my willingness to buy.
Last edited by Dave in Maine; 07/14/24 02:09 PM.
