# Scale (https://logable.app/docs/reference/device-types/scale)

Industrial scales for precise weight measurement.

## Metrics

| Field | Type | Required | Unit | Description |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| weight | number | Yes | kg | Current weight reading |
| stability | boolean | No |  | Weight reading stability indicator |
| calibration | string | No |  | Calibration status |

## Configuration

| Field | Type | Required | Default | Description |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| maxCapacity | number | Yes |  | Maximum weighing capacity |
| weightUnit | kg, lbs, tons | Yes | kg | Unit of measurement for weight |
| precision | number | No | 2 | Decimal precision for weight readings |
| autoZero | boolean | No | false | Automatic zero adjustment enabled |
| tareEnabled | boolean | No | true | Tare function enabled |

## Example payload

```json
{
  "timestamp": "2026-07-01T10:00:00.000Z",
  "status": "online",
  "data": {
    "weight": 12.345,
    "stability": true,
    "calibration": "ok"
  }
}
```

For HTTP and MQTT code samples, see https://logable.app/docs/reference/device-types/scale.