How is the accuracy? I've read reviews for other machines that had inaccuracy problems like 3 pennies over, etc.
1694070
Agree with the comment about doing things just right. Mine is very accurate. I will say I messed around with it a bit in the beginning to see what would make it go astray. Generally speaking though it is very accurate. I have had no problems.
1694071
Mine has been right on. Don't forget to rest the counter each time. Only problem I had was a paper clip that I had to remove. LoL.
780253
When I used mine, it was accurate in any object above 3 ounces, as I didn't really need to weigh anything that was less than 3 ounces. I didn't have any issues with accuracy, my only issue was with it dying after a period of time with very light use.
1563000
Have no problem with it, but did not check the accuracy. If you try to buy a level at the Home Depot it's also cheap and you get bigger level.
994960
Hi. There are deficits in every working part in the Bernina 830. I have one and my two friends got one at the same time. They have been to and fro to Bernina for repairs that often that we have lost count. Bernina never admit that there are faults and usually accuse us of mis using them but mysteriously carry out repairs free of charge. I would never buy another machine from them. Ever. Liz
1128507
I had to return mine, It was way off in its accuracy. I bought a Kitchen Aid Digital instead and it works much better.
600
I just wrote that mine was off by a pound. the instructs say to have it calibrated by local cornell cooperative but don't think they still do it (can always check in your area). If you are going for 15 pounds and it reads 14 but the regulator is jiggling, I'd assume it's fine.
128314
I can't speak to "accuracy", as I don't have access to an analytical grade scale to verify the reading on the Gem Pro. But i can speak to repeatability. I put small amount of Red Dot on my scale and it read 2.72 grains. I reweighed the same sample 10 times and got eight readings at 2.72 and two readings at 2.74. I'd say that is pretty darn good. One thing I do is re-tare often, usually before weighing each sample.
2077685
Its unpredictability is its main debit. I (accidentally) bought a second one, and when the first one crapped out, and I went to the second one, it worked... and is working... fine. Difference may be that I haven't tried to make numerous changes after the initial programming. I still can't recommend it without doubts.
1410020
I have no way to verify accuracy since I don't have nist traceable standard weights. Precision seems OK. I have noticed that the scale sometimes doesn't want to zero. I'll turn it on and it moves away from zero (I have seen it go higher and lower). When it does this the zero may wander as much as 10 lbs. Eventually the scale stabilizes. I have not contacted the mfg. I find this annoying but am willing to live with it since it rarely happens.
1282876
I have found mine to be very accurate. Perhaps you did get a defective one and should ask for it to be replaced.
837483
The republic of china, that said for the money it is a good machine. (starter) My machine will hold .001 the only draw back is it has a only has a one inch hole through the spindle and the barrel stock is 1.25. There is always a way around things. If I remember correctly the 1.25 machine is twice the price. Keep in mind that to change speeds and to make threads you have to change the belt (for speed) and gears for threads. manually but it is a hobby machine and you have the time, it's a hobby. It's not that hard to do. It is a starter machine lacks some bells and whistles, but not many.
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I got the 140 this past January.. My advise to you would be to get neither.. I have nothing but problems with it from day one.. It's a very inconsistent, unreliable machine.. Spend a little extra money and get a name brand machine.. Even a Lincoln Electric would be far superior.. My main problem with the Longevity is the feeding mechanism and all it's gritty components.. From the spool, the liner, right down to the nozzle.. Absolute junk!! Read the reviews of a the various longevity models.. The same people leave the same reviews for all the machines to boost the rating.. Don't waste your money on any of their machines.. You will be very disappointed and aggravated.. I got the 140 this past January.. My advise to you would be to get neither.. I have nothing but problems with it from day one.. It's a very inconsistent, unreliable machine.. Spend a little extra money and get a name brand machine.. Even a Lincoln Electric would be far superior.. My main problem with the Longevity is the feeding mechanism and all it's gritty components.. From the spool, the liner, right down to the nozzle.. Absolute junk!! Read the reviews of a the various longevity models.. The same people leave the same reviews for all the machines to boost the rating.. Don't waste your... » Read More I got the 140 this past January.. My advise to you would be to get neither.. I have nothing but problems with it from day one.. It's a very inconsistent, unreliable machine.. Spend a little extra money and get a name brand machine.. Even a Lincoln Electric would be far superior.. My main problem with the Longevity is the feeding mechanism and all it's gritty components.. From the spool, the liner, right down to the nozzle.. Absolute junk!! Read the reviews of a the various longevity models.. The same people leave the same reviews for all the machines to boost the rating.. Don't waste your money on any of their machines.. You will be very disappointed and aggravated.. « Show Less
1922549
I'd stay away from this machine. Not because of noise, but because you'll have to return/exchange it multiple times. It is really unreliable. It isn't really all that noisy and its convenient as well. I wish they weren't made so shoddily otherwise I would still have one.
2235997
I doubt that it is "accurate" in terms of being calibrated to any significant extent. I just line the up the disk to where I want it and it is very close to my floor pumps reading. I just use it to finish my ride if I get a flat. If I'm within 10 psi I'm happy enough to get home.
2257259
Ours is pretty accurate with the readings our physician gets. Make sure you follow all the suggested directions.
2158017
i doubt anything about this machine is correct. It started making a knocking noise about a month in and i didn't have the cycles to get after it. That was about a year ago of course..Going hard for 15 minutes shows 1 mile and about 87 calories for what thats worth. Sure seems like more than a mile. Im guessing some internal sensor broke off and that may be part of it. It quit making that awful knocking sound which is part of why i never got after fixing it, but like i said, i doubt anything is accurate. Amazon put a hold on actually selling these things for a while. Too bad because it seemed like a good unit (in theory).. i doubt anything about this machine is correct. It started making a knocking noise about a month in and i didn't have the cycles to get after it. That was about a year ago of course..Going hard for 15 minutes shows 1 mile and about 87 calories for what thats worth. Sure seems like more than a mile. Im guessing some internal sensor broke off and that may be part of it. It quit making that awful knocking sound which is part of why i never got after fixing it, but like i said, i doubt anything is accurate. Amazon put a hold on actually selling these things for a while. Too bad because it... » Read More i doubt anything about this machine is correct. It started making a knocking noise about a month in and i didn't have the cycles to get after it. That was about a year ago of course..Going hard for 15 minutes shows 1 mile and about 87 calories for what thats worth. Sure seems like more than a mile. Im guessing some internal sensor broke off and that may be part of it. It quit making that awful knocking sound which is part of why i never got after fixing it, but like i said, i doubt anything is accurate. Amazon put a hold on actually selling these things for a while. Too bad because it seemed like a good unit (in theory).. « Show Less
1222548
Yeah its accurate. This is a very good product. The price does not do it justice. I am extremely happy with mine. And would recommend to anyone . Good luck with your purchase.