Counting Scales

If you're managing inventory, fulfilling orders, or tracking small parts, a counting scale is one of the most powerful tools you can have on your bench. At American Scale Supply, we offer a wide range of counting scales designed for speed, accuracy, and durability in a variety of industries—from manufacturing and distribution to automotive and electronics.

Whether you're counting large quantities of lightweight items or tracking tiny components with high precision, our digital counting scales help you work smarter and faster. Browse our selection to find the perfect parts counting scale for your needs.

What is a Counting Scale?

A counting scale is a specialized bench scale used to determine the quantity of identical items based on their piece weight. Simply place a known number of items on the scale to establish a reference weight, and then start adding items to count. The scale divides the total weight by the known tare weight of one piece, giving you an instant and accurate count.

These scales are ideal for:

Inventory management
Quality control
Order fulfillment
Parts packaging
Warehouse audits

No more manual counting. No more errors. Just fast, high-accuracy results that save time and reduce waste.

Why Choose a Digital Counting Scale

Digital counting scales are essential in modern industrial environments because they offer reliable performance, intuitive interfaces, and precise results. Whether you're counting washers, circuit boards, bolts, pills, or plastic parts, these scales are built to ensure accurate results every time.

Key benefits of using a digital parts counting scale:

Fast, repeatable results for high-volume operations
Tare weight function to subtract containers or packaging
High precision sensors that detect even the smallest weight changes
Memory functions for storing piece weights of common items
Easy calibration to ensure accuracy across multiple shifts or teams

With the right counter scale, you’ll spend less time recounting and more time moving products out the door.

Applications for Counting Scales

At American Scale Supply, we carry industrial counting scales that support a wide range of applications. Here’s how businesses across industries use our scales:

1. Inventory Management

Know exactly how many parts are in your bins, boxes, or stock shelves. No guesswork—just accurate counts every time. Our piece counting scales help reduce shrinkage and overstocking.

2. Production and Assembly Lines

Keep your operation running smoothly with fast and reliable piece counts. Workers can quickly verify batch quantities and prep materials without disrupting workflow.

3. Shipping and Receiving

Verify incoming and outgoing shipments with ease. Use the tare weight function to weigh items in their containers and instantly count the contents.

4. Quality Control

Eliminate costly mistakes by using counting scales to confirm packaging, box quantities, or custom kits. The right count means fewer returns and better customer satisfaction.

5. Retail Packaging

If you’re packaging small items for resale, use a digital counting scale to portion out exact quantities quickly and accurately.

Choosing the Right Counting Scale

With so many options available, finding the right counting scale comes down to understanding your specific needs. Here are a few factors to consider when choosing the best model:

1. Capacity

How much weight will the scale need to handle? If you're counting large quantities or heavy items, choose a scale with a higher weight capacity.

2. Readability

How precise do you need your counts to be? Look for high-precision models with finer readability for tiny parts or light components.

3. Sample Size Support

Better sample sizes mean better piece weight calculation. Make sure your scale supports flexible sample sizes and multiple calibration options.

4. Connectivity

Some industrial counting scales come with USB, RS-232, or Ethernet ports for easy data transfer and system integration.

5. Platform Size

Make sure the weighing platform fits your product sizes. From small screws to large parts, the platform size affects both comfort and efficiency.

Need help choosing? Contact our team at American Scale Supply, and we’ll help match you with the right count scale for your environment.

Key Features You’ll Find in Our Counting Scales

All of our counting scales are handpicked for reliability, durability, and ease of use. Many include the following features:

High-accuracy load cells for precise piece counts
Easy-to-read digital displays
Tare function to subtract packaging or bins
Internal memory for saving frequently used piece weights
Multiple counting modes for flexibility
Optional battery power for portability
Rugged designs for use in warehouses, factories, or labs

Our Most Popular Digital Counting Scales

We carry top brands that are trusted in industries around the world. From simple benchtop models for light-duty tasks to industrial counting scales built for heavy use, there’s something here for every application. Whether you need a parts counter scale for daily order fulfillment or a piece counting scale to run batch jobs on your production floor, we’ve got you covered.

Ensure Accuracy, Every Time

At the heart of every successful inventory system is accuracy—and that’s exactly what our digital counting scales deliver. Each scale is designed to provide repeatable, trustworthy results, so you can work with confidence.

By automating your counting tasks, you reduce human error, speed up your workflow, and gain better visibility into your inventory. Whether you’re tracking thousands of screws or hundreds of electronic components, accurate counting matters.