Features:

• Compact microtronic kitchen scale for weights up to 5 pounds; from English manufacturer Salter
• Round, 5-3/4-inch diameter scale surface combats residual stains or flavors
• A conversion switch enables users to chose the metric or imperial system; 1/8-ounce or 2-gram increments provide greater precision
• Add-and-weigh capability; low battery indicator; LCD display; automatic shutdown; batteries not included
• The scale measures 6-3/4 by 7-1/2 by 1-1/2 inches; Salter offers a 10-year guarantee on this product

Editor Reviews:

Product Description:
From Salter comes an electronic kitchen scale perfect for kitchen tasks demanding the utmost in accuracy and convenience, like home coffee roasting or dieting. With a 2 Kg (5 Lb) capacity, the Salter 2001 Microtronic Electronic Kitchen Scale delivers accuracy of 1g from 0 - 1 Kg and 2 g from 1 kg - 2 kg (1/8oz to 5 lbs). The compact design looks sleek and is easy to store. For convenience, you can weigh directly onto the platform or use with a bowl. The scale automatically adjusts for use with most bowls or containers. The display features 10mm / 0.4" digits.Includes add & weigh facility, auto zero / auto shut-off and kg / lb conversion switch. Includes replaceable long-life lithium batteries. 10 Year Guarantee (excluding batteries). White color matches most kitchen decors. Recommended for use with home coffee roasters.

Amazon.com Review:
English manufacturer Salter understands that the best cooking requires impeccable standards in precision. A slight measurement difference between two and four ounces of minced jalapeno pepper in a recipe can mean disaster. To avoid such mishaps, Salter created this microtronic scale. With its compact size and simple design, users profit by easy storage whether on a countertop or a drawer.

The scale features a round 5-3/4-inch diameter plate upon which to place ingredients. Its careful construction maintains standards in both appearance and flavor, combating residual stains and flavors from previous use. With a handy conversion switch, ingredients may be measured in either the metric or imperial system, enabling cooks to prepare recipes from overseas without rummaging for a calculator. The scale handles quantities weighing up to 5 pounds, marked by the LCD display in 1/8-ounce increments. For the metric system mode, the scale measures with 2-gram increases with up to 2 kilograms capacity. For measurement with bowls or other containers, users need only place the empty container on the scale and press the power button to set the measurement to zero for isolated ingredient weights. The scale also features an automatic zero setting and shutdown, extending the long life of the replaceable lithium batteries. For the best care, wipe down the scale with a damp cloth or a gentle cleanser. Batteries are included with this scale. Salter offers a ten-year warranty on this product. The scale measures 6-3/4 by 7-1/2 by 1-1/2 inches. --Jessica Reuling

Rating : - Sturdy, compact and reliable, but lacks a couple of features
We have had the chrome version of this scale for several years. We use it frequently and it still works well. It is attractive and doesn't take up much space. And it is easy to clean. The "zero" feature is easy to use. Three minor complaints: The scale defaults to grams, so we always have to switch to ounces before we weigh anything. The buttons are not very sensitive, and it sometimes requires multiple tries before they respond. And as has been said about some of the other scales, if you put a bowl on the scale, it is difficult to read the display. My sister-in-law asked for a food scale for Christmas. She likes ours, but we decided to get her the OXO instead; it appears that scale, while not as attractive, is designed to overcome the minor problems we've experienced with our Salter. Just wish that the OXO had a more appealing look to it.