The Scale Mother/Child Batteries Mains Solar (Product Code: SLE/AE/13) is a portable electronic floor scale for weighing adults and children up to 150 kg with 100 g resolution. Its mother-child mode tares automatically: the adult is weighed first, then picks up the child, and the scale shows the child’s weight alone — ideal for infants and toddlers who will not stand still. Three power sources (mains adapter, direct solar and six AA batteries) keep it working in clinics and remote surveys alike. It is manufactured by Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab), Ambala, a lab equipment manufacturer in India with a range of anthropometric equipment.
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Measuring range | 0.1 to 150 kg |
| Graduation | 100 g minimum |
| Accuracy | ±100 g over the entire measuring range |
| Modes | Mother-child mode by default; mother-only mode activated by an operational button |
| Taring | Automatic, without pressing any button, once the parent picks up the child after being weighed first |
| On/off button | Easily accessible, protected against accidental switching; single-purpose and encased against rain, dust and humidity |
| Display | Fixed weight within 5 seconds, held for at least 20 seconds after the load is removed or until the next weighing; back-lit LCD or similar for low light (e.g. <450 lumens); anti-glare, high-contrast screen for bright light (e.g. >1600 lumens) |
| Display cover | UV-resistant, durable, easy-to-clean material (e.g. plastic) withstanding 30 psi without damage to the scale |
| Primary power | Mains, via switched-mode AC adapter with multi-country plugs |
| Secondary power | Direct solar; panel fully recharged within 2 hours of full sunlight or 4 hours of dappled sunlight; can power the scale regardless of charge status |
| Tertiary power | 6 customer-replaceable AA batteries; minimum 5,000 measurements per battery set |
| Power saving | Automatic switch-off after 4–6 minutes of non-use |
| Portability | Maximum weight 4.0 kg; maximum dimensions 360 mm (L) x 400 mm (W) x 70 mm (H) |
| Foot mat | Light-coloured to avoid heating in direct sunlight; footprint markings for standing position (optional) |
| Feet | Adjustable for levelling; withstand a load of 300 kg |
| Operating conditions | Within specification (±100 g) at up to 80% RH and 0–45°C |
| Storage | Operates within specification after 12 months’ storage in the above conditions |
| Protection | IP53; corrosion-resistant load cells and housing; built-in overload protection; transport mode or mechanical feature to prevent damage in transit |
Place the scale on a flat, hard surface, level it with the adjustable feet and switch it on. The mother (or any caregiver) steps onto the footprints alone and her weight is displayed; she is then handed the child, the scale tares itself automatically, and the display shows only the child’s weight. For a school-age child or adult who can stand unaided, switch to mother-only mode and weigh the person directly. Survey teams collecting data for nutrition studies find it practical lab equipment for research in India and elsewhere, because a single scale serves every household member.
In the field, charge the scale by leaving the solar panel in sunlight during the day; at a clinic, keep it on the mains adapter; and carry a spare set of AA batteries as a final back-up. Engage the transport mode before packing the scale into a vehicle to protect the load cells on rough roads.
This scale is offered by Jain Scientific Equipments Private Limited, whose trading name is ScienceLab, from its base in Ambala, Haryana, India. The company’s catalogue spans laboratory, educational and health-programme equipment; see our company profile.
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How does the mother-child weighing work?
The adult is weighed first; when she then holds the child, the scale tares automatically and displays the child’s weight without any button being pressed.
What power options are included?
It is supplied with customer-replaceable batteries (6 AA), a solar panel, and an AC adapter with multi-country plugs.
How many weighings does a battery set last?
A minimum of 5,000 measurements per set of batteries.
Can it be used outdoors?
It is rated IP53 and works within specification at 0–45°C and up to 80% RH; the light-coloured mat helps avoid heating in direct sun.
How heavy is it to carry?
No more than 4.0 kg, within 360 x 400 x 70 mm, so one health worker can carry it.
Is a calibration certificate supplied?
Please discuss calibration certificate availability with us when you request a quotation.
What should a programme tender enquiry include?
Quantity, destination, plug type needed, and your specification document. We confirm warranty, packing and delivery terms in the quotation for India and international markets; start through our contact page.
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Last updated: 23 September 2026