{"product_id":"broodminder-w5-hive-weight-scale","title":"BroodMinder-W5 Hive Weight Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe BroodMinder-W5 is a rugged, high-accuracy hive weight scale built with all-steel construction, designed for long-term, reliable hive monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll-Steel Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Powder-coated steel body built for durability and outdoor use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Weight Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measures up to 500 lb total hive weight with 200% overload capacity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Resolution Load Cell:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single 200 kg, temperature-compensated load cell with 0.01 lb (5 g) resolution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-Term Data Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stores hourly weight measurements for over one year (user configurable).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApp Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully integrated with the Bees app and MyBroodMinder platform.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended Battery Life:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replaceable AA batteries rated for 5+ years of operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpandable System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two W5 scales can be paired together for full hive weight measurement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slim form factor fits easily under hive components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BroodMinder-W5 is the latest generation of BroodMinder's hive monitoring technology, replacing the earlier BroodMinder-W model. It has an all-steel, powder-coated housing and a single 200 kg load cell that's temperature compensated for accurate weight readings across changing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scale measures up to 500 pounds of total hive weight and includes 200% overload capacity for added durability. Weight data is recorded once per hour by default and can be stored for more than a year, with logging intervals you can configure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's fully compatible with the Bees app and the MyBroodMinder platform, so you can view, track, and analyze hive weight trends over time. Power comes from replaceable AA batteries rated to last more than five years under normal operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want full hive coverage, you can pair two W5 units together to function as a complete hive scale. The slim, weatherproof design is suitable for permanent outdoor installation beneath hive equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications (Manufacturer):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasurement capacity: 500 lb total hive weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResolution: 0.01 lb (5 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoad cell: 200 kg, temperature compensated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eData storage: Hourly readings for 1+ year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower: Replaceable AA batteries (5+ year life)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 2\" x 2\" x 17.25\" (50 mm x 50 mm x 438 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Powder-coated steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/live-bee-hive-scale-and-sensor-data\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elive hive scale and temperature data\u003c\/a\u003e, plus more on our hive setup. Watch the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=RvAgZR-f4Hg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eBroodMinder-W5 key features video\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee our other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/broodminder-hive-monitoring-supplies\"\u003eBroodMinder Hive Monitoring Supplies\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foxhound Bee Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48459992301762,"sku":"BM Hive Scale","price":259.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/8829\/2290\/files\/IMG_0108_result.png?v=1784429800","url":"https:\/\/creaturecomfortsdepot.com\/products\/broodminder-w5-hive-weight-scale","provider":"Creature Comforts Depot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}