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Buy digital scales for cannabis and herbs — Selection of precision scales at Edabea

At Edabea, you will find a selection of digital scales for cannabis, herbs, and extracts, organized by precision level and maximum capacity. The catalog includes 16 verified references covering from ultra-precision scales of 0.001 g to models of 600 g with a precision of 0.1 g, as well as a pocket analog scale. The right choice depends mainly on two technical parameters: precision (reading resolution) and maximum capacity (total weight the platform can hold).

How to choose the right scale — precision vs capacity

These two parameters are inversely related in the scales of this catalog: higher precision means lower maximum capacity. A scale of 0.001 g can weigh up to 30–50 g; one of 0.01 g can weigh up to 100–200 g; a 0.1 g scale can weigh up to 600 g.

Precision 0.001 g: necessary when working with very small amounts where a tenth of a gram is relevant — concentrated extracts, alkaloids, tinctures, or any material where doses are measured in tenths or hundredths of a gram. It is the highest precision level in the catalog.

Precision 0.01 g: the most common for use with cannabis, flowers, seeds, and most herbs. It allows distinguishing differences of a hundredth of a gram, sufficient for the vast majority of applications. Most of the catalog is in this range.

Precision 0.1 g: suitable when weighing larger amounts and less resolution is needed — harvests, larger volume mixtures, kitchen ingredients. The advantage is greater capacity (up to 600 g).

Catalog references by precision level

Ultra-precision — 0.001 g

High precision — 0.01 g, up to 100–200 g

Standard precision — 0.1 g, up to 350–600 g

Analog — no battery

Common technical features in the catalog

Automatic calibration: allows the scale to self-calibrate when turned on, without the need for external calibration weights. Present in California and Georgia models. In models without this function, periodic calibration with a known reference weight may be necessary to maintain precision.

Automatic shut-off: most models turn off after 60 seconds of inactivity to preserve battery life. This is a standard feature in occasional use scales.

Lid as tray: several models — Truweigh, MTT-200, MTT-500, DJ-100, DJ-600 — have a clear lid that can be used as an auxiliary tray for weighing loose materials or without a container, increasing the useful weighing surface area.

Weighing modes: several models offer multiple units (g, oz, lb, qt/carat). The DS 100 offers 4 modes; the Truweigh TW2-100 does too. This is useful if different units need to be used other than grams.

Backlight: the Truweigh TW2-100 and DJ-100 incorporate screen backlighting, making it easier to read in low light conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions about cannabis scales

What precision do I need to weigh cannabis or herbs?

For most uses with cannabis, flowers, and seeds, a precision of 0.01 g is more than enough. It allows distinguishing differences of a hundredth of a gram, covering all typical applications. The precision of 0.001 g is only necessary when working with very small amounts of concentrated materials — extracts, alkaloids, or tinctures — where even a tenth of a gram is relevant. The precision of 0.1 g is suitable for weighing larger amounts where less resolution is needed.

What is the difference between automatic and manual calibration?

A scale with automatic calibration self-calibrates when turned on, adjusting its internal reference without the need for external weights. A scale without automatic calibration may drift over time or with temperature changes — to maintain precision, it is advisable to periodically calibrate it with a known reference weight. The California and Georgia models from the catalog have automatic calibration; the rest do not specify in the listing.

What is the purpose of the lid as a tray?

In models with a lid-tray (Truweigh, MTT-200, MTT-500, DJ-100, DJ-600), the lid can be removed and used as an auxiliary weighing surface for loose materials or without a container, expanding the useful surface area compared to the scale's platter. It is especially practical when weighing materials that easily scatter.

What is the advantage of a scale with a stainless steel platform?

Stainless steel is more resistant to corrosion and easier to clean than plastic. It is also more dimensionally stable with temperature changes, which can help maintain precision. The Truweigh, MTT-200, MTT-500, DJ-100, and DJ-600 models have stainless steel platforms.

When does it make sense to choose the analog scale?

The analog pocket scale is the only one in the catalog that does not need a battery. With a precision of 1 g and a capacity of 100 g, it is not suitable for weighing small amounts accurately — its strong point is total energy independence and ultra-compact design with a finger ring. It is useful as a supplement or for situations where no battery is available, but not as a primary scale for precise use.

Selection made by the Edabea team. Last update: April 2026. For inquiries about the availability of a specific model, contact at contacto@edabea.com.