FX-120i minimum base size with Autotrickler

[BigGame]

What is the minimum base plate size I can get away with for an A&D FX-120i scale using an Autotrickler V3 setup? I don't have either in hand yet.
Thanks in advance!

 

[Drolds72]

12”x12” if that is what you are asking

 

[BigGame]

Sorry to be unclear. I meant the minimum surface dimensions of a base plate that the scale and autotrickler will sit on, so the 12"x12" figure is what I had in mind - thanks!

 

[ronemus]

Vibration isolation will be improved it you put a piece of foam rubber between the plate and the bench. I also use a cardboard box (3 sides and the top) to block drafts; it's sized to rest on the bench and have no contact with the plate or scale setup. I find it convenient to cut a hole in the top for the powder hopper to stick through so I can refill without moving the box.

 

[nmkid]

I ordered an FX 120i a couple of days ago and I was also thinking about the size of the base for it. My current scale an EJ 123 is extremely sensitive to adjustments so I use an 18"x18" piece of countertop for a base. Then I drilled a screw hole at each corner for a screw and I do the final adjustments with the screws. I hope I can do the same for the FX, just a smaller base.

 

[Drolds72]

I ordered an FX 120i a couple of days ago and I was also thinking about the size of the base for it. My current scale an EJ 123 is extremely sensitive to adjustments so I use an 18"x18" piece of countertop for a base. Then I drilled a screw hole at each corner for a screw and I do the final adjustments with the screws. I hope I can do the same for the FX, just a smaller base.

The fx120 has points of contact. Middle rear, and 2 adjustable feet in the front. i have found it to be sensitive as well, but easy enough to level on that chunk of granite.

 

[nmkid]

The people around here really think highly of their granite. I tried to get a square 2" thick for the present scale and the cheapest I could find was almost $200!!

 

[Drolds72]

The people around here really think highly of their granite. I tried to get a square 2" thick for the present scale and the cheapest I could find was almost $200!!

I found mine on eBay for about $80. It was used for leather working.

 

[TrxR]

Check amazon for a class B surface plate , i believe they are 3" thick, i just seen a video of one on the Winning in the wind youtube channel by a member here.

 

[Richard Coody]

Any cabinet shop should have a sink cutout they will give you.

I am going to confiscate one from a quartz top tomorrow

 

[ronemus]

Check amazon for a class B surface plate , i believe they are 3" thick, i just seen a video of one on the Winning in the wind youtube channel by a member here.

I bought a surface plate (2" granite slab) from ENCO on sale - the shipping cost more than the plate. I pays to Google and look for the lowest price.

 

[TrxR]

I found a Hhip brand 18x12x3 for 144 Canadian plus free shipping on Amazon.ca. Amazon.com might be worth checking .