{"id":1212,"date":"2026-02-17T08:47:00","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T08:47:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.1800scales.com\/blog\/?p=1212"},"modified":"2026-03-18T15:01:02","modified_gmt":"2026-03-18T15:01:02","slug":"transcell-tcs3t-vs-adam-cct-portable-parts-counting-scales","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.1800scales.com\/blog\/transcell-tcs3t-vs-adam-cct-portable-parts-counting-scales\/","title":{"rendered":"Transcell TCS3T vs. Adam CCT Portable Parts Counting Scales"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"315\">A Practical Comparison of Two Popular Bench Counting Scales<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"611\">We&#8217;ve often discussed how great counting scales are at saving time and increasing accuracy. But, how do you know what counting scales to purchase? Should you just buy the cheapest scale you can find on the internet?\u00a0 The answer is no. Remember the old saying, you get what you pay for? Well, that is still true when it comes to electronic scales.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"611\">Sure, there are many factories overseas who are capable of manufacturing an inexpensive scale. However, the problem is that many of these facilities build scales that don&#8217;t last. Anytime we talk about counting scales, I&#8217;m always reminded of the cheap counting scale that I tried out years ago. Sure, it worked great a handful of times. Then, for some unexplained reason it would have a count that was radically off. Why did it do this? I don&#8217;t have a good answer other than cheap internal components in order to meet a certain price point.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"611\">So, when accuracy, efficiency, and repeatability really matter, a quality parts counting scale can dramatically improve productivity in your warehouse and manufacturing environment. Two well-known fairly affordable options in this category are the <strong data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"569\">Transcell Technology TCS3T<\/strong> and the <strong data-start=\"578\" data-end=\"608\">Adam Equipment Cruiser CCT<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"879\">Both electronic counting scales are designed for parts counting applications. Below, we break down each model\u2019s strengths, limitations, and ideal use cases to help you determine which one best fits your operation.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"884\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"886\" data-end=\"919\">Transcell TCS3T Counting Scale<\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"921\" data-end=\"937\">Key Features<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"938\" data-end=\"1038\">The <strong data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"961\">Transcell Technology TCS3T<\/strong> is a dedicated counting scale designed with accuracy and visibility in mind.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"938\" data-end=\"1038\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1800scales.com\/media\/transcell-tcs3t-digital-parts-counter.jpg\" alt=\"transcell tcs3t\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1065\">Notable features include:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1686\">\n<li data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1167\">\n<p data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1167\"><strong data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1099\">Triple backlit LCD displays<\/strong> showing gross weight, unit weight, and piece count simultaneously<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1249\">\n<p data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1249\"><strong data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1216\">Capable internal resolution (up to 1:300,000)<\/strong> for improved counting accuracy<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1316\">\n<p data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1316\"><strong data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1276\">Accumulator function<\/strong> for totalizing weight or piece counts<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1422\">\n<p data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1422\"><strong data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1344\">20-key numeric keypad<\/strong> for fast entry of tare values, APWs, and sample sizes (up to 99,999 pieces)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1490\">\n<p data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1490\"><strong data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1470\">Preset tare and preset unit weight memory<\/strong> (up to 10 values)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1491\" data-end=\"1556\">\n<p data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1556\"><strong data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1534\">Target (high-limit) counting function<\/strong> with audible alerts<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1612\">\n<p data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1612\"><strong data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1576\">RS-232 output<\/strong> for connection to serial printers<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1686\">\n<p data-start=\"1615\" data-end=\"1686\"><strong data-start=\"1615\" data-end=\"1639\">Rechargeable battery<\/strong> with up to 150 hours of continuous operation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1688\" data-end=\"1811\">Available capacity options range from <strong data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1743\">6 lb to 60 lb<\/strong>, making the TCS3T flexible for light to medium-duty counting tasks.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1825\">TCS3T Benefits<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1826\" data-end=\"2103\">\n<li data-start=\"1826\" data-end=\"1876\">\n<p data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1876\">Excellent visibility with three large displays<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1877\" data-end=\"1937\">\n<p data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"1937\">Very high internal resolution for precise piece counting<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1938\" data-end=\"1986\">\n<p data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"1986\">Long battery life for portable or mobile use<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1987\" data-end=\"2049\">\n<p data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2049\">Straightforward keypad operation for experienced operators<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2050\" data-end=\"2103\">\n<p data-start=\"2052\" data-end=\"2103\">Strong value for industrial counting applications<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"2105\" data-end=\"2130\">TCS3T Possible Alternatives<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"2131\" data-end=\"2233\">\n<li data-start=\"2131\" data-end=\"2161\">\n<p data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2161\">Adam Equipment Cruiser CCT<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2162\" data-end=\"2191\">\n<p data-start=\"2164\" data-end=\"2191\">Brecknell B140<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2192\" data-end=\"2233\">\n<p data-start=\"2194\" data-end=\"2233\">Digi DC-782 Series<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"2235\" data-end=\"2252\">Possible Cons<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"2253\" data-end=\"2444\">\n<li data-start=\"2253\" data-end=\"2316\">\n<p data-start=\"2255\" data-end=\"2316\">Limited connectivity compared to newer models (RS-232 only)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2317\" data-end=\"2384\">\n<p data-start=\"2319\" data-end=\"2384\">ABS housing may not be ideal for real world industrial environments<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2385\" data-end=\"2444\">\n<p data-start=\"2387\" data-end=\"2444\">Older design compared to some modern touchscreen scales<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>SCALES AVAILABLE<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1800scales.com\/TC-2010.html\">https:\/\/www.1800scales.com\/TC-2010.html<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1800scales.com\/TCS3T-30_lb.html\">https:\/\/www.1800scales.com\/TCS3T-30_lb.html<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1800scales.com\/Transcell-TC-200-630.html\">https:\/\/www.1800scales.com\/Transcell-TC-200-630.html<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1800scales.com\/Salter-610-TC-100.html\">https:\/\/www.1800scales.com\/Salter-610-TC-100.html<\/a><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2446\" data-end=\"2449\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"2451\" data-end=\"2495\">Adam Equipment Cruiser CCT Counting Scale<\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"2497\" data-end=\"2513\">Key Features<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2514\" data-end=\"2666\">The <strong data-start=\"2518\" data-end=\"2540\">Adam Equipment Cruiser CCT<\/strong> is a versatile counter-top style counting scale designed for both accuracy and ease of use in busy industrial environments. This portable counting scale also features an industry leading warranty as well.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2514\" data-end=\"2666\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1128\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1800scales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/adam-cruiser-bench-top-count-scale.jpg\" alt=\"cruiser cct count scale\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1800scales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/adam-cruiser-bench-top-count-scale.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.1800scales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/adam-cruiser-bench-top-count-scale-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2668\" data-end=\"2689\">Key features include:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2690\" data-end=\"3253\">\n<li data-start=\"2690\" data-end=\"2751\">\n<p data-start=\"2692\" data-end=\"2751\"><strong data-start=\"2692\" data-end=\"2707\">Backlit LCD<\/strong> displaying weight, unit weight, and count<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2752\" data-end=\"2832\">\n<p data-start=\"2754\" data-end=\"2832\"><strong data-start=\"2754\" data-end=\"2801\">Internal counting resolution of 1:1,600,000<\/strong> for highly accurate counting<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2833\" data-end=\"2907\">\n<p data-start=\"2835\" data-end=\"2907\"><strong data-start=\"2835\" data-end=\"2866\">Parts counting optimization<\/strong> that automatically refines unit weight<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2908\" data-end=\"2967\">\n<p data-start=\"2910\" data-end=\"2967\"><strong data-start=\"2910\" data-end=\"2965\">Preset tare and programmable preset count functions<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2968\" data-end=\"3027\">\n<p data-start=\"2970\" data-end=\"3027\"><strong data-start=\"2970\" data-end=\"2988\">140 PLU memory<\/strong> for storing frequently used products<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3028\" data-end=\"3093\">\n<p data-start=\"3030\" data-end=\"3093\"><strong data-start=\"3030\" data-end=\"3059\">RS-232 interface standard<\/strong>, with optional USB connectivity<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3094\" data-end=\"3155\">\n<p data-start=\"3096\" data-end=\"3155\"><strong data-start=\"3096\" data-end=\"3129\">Rechargeable internal battery<\/strong> and AC adapter included<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3156\" data-end=\"3195\">\n<p data-start=\"3158\" data-end=\"3195\"><strong data-start=\"3158\" data-end=\"3182\">External calibration<\/strong> capability<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3196\" data-end=\"3253\">\n<p data-start=\"3198\" data-end=\"3253\">Durable <strong data-start=\"3206\" data-end=\"3221\">ABS housing<\/strong> with adjustable leveling feet<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3255\" data-end=\"3389\">The CCT is available in a wide range of capacities from <strong data-start=\"3311\" data-end=\"3347\">4 kg (8 lb) up to 48 kg (100 lb)<\/strong>, including higher-resolution \u201cUH\u201d models.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3391\" data-end=\"3403\">CCT Benefits<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"3404\" data-end=\"3675\">\n<li data-start=\"3404\" data-end=\"3466\">\n<p data-start=\"3406\" data-end=\"3466\">Extremely high internal resolution for small-part counting<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3467\" data-end=\"3516\">\n<p data-start=\"3469\" data-end=\"3516\">Large PLU memory for repetitive counting jobs<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3517\" data-end=\"3557\">\n<p data-start=\"3519\" data-end=\"3557\">Ultra High Res &amp; USB options available<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3558\" data-end=\"3611\">\n<p data-start=\"3560\" data-end=\"3611\">Fast stabilization time (approximately 2 seconds)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3612\" data-end=\"3675\">\n<p data-start=\"3614\" data-end=\"3675\">Broad capacity range including higher-capacity bench models<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"3677\" data-end=\"3702\">CCT Possible Alternatives<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"3703\" data-end=\"3781\">\n<li data-start=\"3703\" data-end=\"3722\">\n<p data-start=\"3705\" data-end=\"3722\">Transcell TCS3T<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3723\" data-end=\"3751\">\n<p data-start=\"3725\" data-end=\"3751\">Ohaus Ranger Count 3000<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3752\" data-end=\"3781\">\n<p data-start=\"3754\" data-end=\"3781\">CAS EC2 counting scales<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"3783\" data-end=\"3800\">Possible Cons<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"3801\" data-end=\"3974\">\n<li data-start=\"3801\" data-end=\"3865\">\n<p data-start=\"3803\" data-end=\"3865\">Full Numeric keypad could overwhelm certain users\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3866\" data-end=\"3919\">\n<p data-start=\"3868\" data-end=\"3919\">Accessories such as USB interface and Carry Case sold separately<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3920\" data-end=\"3974\">\n<p data-start=\"3922\" data-end=\"3974\">ABS housing instead of cast aluminum<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>SCALES AVAILABLE<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1800scales.com\/Adamlab-CBCa.html\">https:\/\/www.1800scales.com\/Adamlab-CBCa.html<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1800scales.com\/Adam_CBC70a.html\">https:\/\/www.1800scales.com\/Adam_CBC70a.html<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1800scales.com\/CBC_35a_count_scale.html\">https:\/\/www.1800scales.com\/CBC_35a_count_scale.html<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1800scales.com\/CBC16a-counting-parts.html\">https:\/\/www.1800scales.com\/CBC16a-counting-parts.html<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1800scales.com\/Adam_CBC8a-counting.html\">https:\/\/www.1800scales.com\/Adam_CBC8a-counting.html<\/a><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3976\" data-end=\"3979\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"3981\" data-end=\"4014\">Summary and Overall Comparison<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4016\" data-end=\"4166\">Both the <strong data-start=\"4025\" data-end=\"4044\">Transcell TCS3T<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"4049\" data-end=\"4071\">Adam Equipment CCT<\/strong> are solid choices for industrial parts counting, but they do have a few differences.\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4168\" data-end=\"4528\">\n<li data-start=\"4168\" data-end=\"4335\">\n<p data-start=\"4170\" data-end=\"4335\">The <strong data-start=\"4174\" data-end=\"4183\">TCS3T<\/strong> excels in <strong data-start=\"4194\" data-end=\"4251\">affordability, simplicity, and long battery life<\/strong>, making it ideal for operators who want clear, real-time information at a glance.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4336\" data-end=\"4528\">\n<p data-start=\"4338\" data-end=\"4528\">The <strong>Cruiser CCT<\/strong> stands out for <strong data-start=\"4365\" data-end=\"4437\">advanced counting optimization, PLU memory, and connectivity options<\/strong>, making it well suited for industrial environments and customers looking for overall long term value and accuracy.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"4689\" data-end=\"4692\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"4694\" data-end=\"4762\">Transcell TCS3T vs. Adam Equipment CCT \u2013 Feature Comparison Table<\/h2>\n<div class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\">\n<div class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" style=\"width: 100%;\" data-start=\"4764\" data-end=\"5702\">\n<thead data-start=\"4764\" data-end=\"4822\">\n<tr data-start=\"4764\" data-end=\"4822\">\n<th style=\"width: 20%;\" data-start=\"4764\" data-end=\"4774\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Feature<\/th>\n<th style=\"width: 36.3095%;\" data-start=\"4774\" data-end=\"4796\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"4776\" data-end=\"4795\">Transcell TCS3T<\/strong><\/th>\n<th style=\"width: 42.5%;\" data-start=\"4796\" data-end=\"4822\" data-col-size=\"md\"><strong data-start=\"4798\" data-end=\"4820\">Adam Equipment CCT<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"4874\" data-end=\"5702\">\n<tr data-start=\"4874\" data-end=\"4934\">\n<td style=\"width: 20%;\" data-start=\"4874\" data-end=\"4887\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Warranty<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 36.3095%;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"4887\" data-end=\"4910\">1 year limited Manufacturer<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 42.5%;\" data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"4910\" data-end=\"4934\">5 year limited Manufacturer<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"4935\" data-end=\"5001\">\n<td style=\"width: 20%;\" data-start=\"4935\" data-end=\"4954\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Capacity Options<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 36.3095%;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"4954\" data-end=\"4973\">6, 12, 30, 60 lb<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 42.5%;\" data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"4973\" data-end=\"5001\">4 kg to 48 kg (8\u2013100 lb)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5002\" data-end=\"5076\">\n<td style=\"width: 20%;\" data-start=\"5002\" data-end=\"5026\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Readability (Typical)<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 36.3095%;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"5026\" data-end=\"5044\">0.0002\u20130.002 lb<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 42.5%;\" data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"5044\" data-end=\"5076\">0.05 g\u20132 g (model dependent)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5077\" data-end=\"5138\">\n<td style=\"width: 20%;\" data-start=\"5077\" data-end=\"5099\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Internal Resolution<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 36.3095%;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"5099\" data-end=\"5117\">Up to 1:300,000<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 42.5%;\" data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"5117\" data-end=\"5138\">Up to 1:1,600,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5139\" data-end=\"5193\">\n<td style=\"width: 20%;\" data-start=\"5139\" data-end=\"5149\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Display<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 36.3095%;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"5149\" data-end=\"5171\">Triple backlit LCD\u00a0<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 42.5%;\" data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"5171\" data-end=\"5193\">Triple backlit LCD<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5194\" data-end=\"5258\">\n<td style=\"width: 20%;\" data-start=\"5194\" data-end=\"5203\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Keypad<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 36.3095%;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"5203\" data-end=\"5229\">20-key numeric membrane<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 42.5%;\" data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"5229\" data-end=\"5258\">Color-coded function keys<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5259\" data-end=\"5311\">\n<td style=\"width: 20%;\" data-start=\"5259\" data-end=\"5272\" data-col-size=\"sm\">PLU Memory<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 36.3095%;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"5272\" data-end=\"5299\">Preset values (up to 10)<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 42.5%;\" data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"5299\" data-end=\"5311\">140 PLUs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5312\" data-end=\"5372\">\n<td style=\"width: 20%;\" data-start=\"5312\" data-end=\"5327\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Accumulation<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 36.3095%;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"5327\" data-end=\"5350\">Yes (weight &amp; count)<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 42.5%;\" data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"5350\" data-end=\"5372\">Net total weighing<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5373\" data-end=\"5420\">\n<td style=\"width: 20%;\" data-start=\"5373\" data-end=\"5386\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Interfaces<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 36.3095%;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"5386\" data-end=\"5395\">RS-232<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 42.5%;\" data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"5395\" data-end=\"5420\">RS-232 (USB optional)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5421\" data-end=\"5464\">\n<td style=\"width: 20%;\" data-start=\"5421\" data-end=\"5437\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Platform Size<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 36.3095%;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"5437\" data-end=\"5448\">11\u201d x 9\u201d<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 42.5%;\" data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"5448\" data-end=\"5464\">11.8\u201d x 8.3\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5465\" data-end=\"5539\">\n<td style=\"width: 20%;\" data-start=\"5465\" data-end=\"5473\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Power<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 36.3095%;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"5473\" data-end=\"5502\">AC &amp; rechargeable battery<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 42.5%;\" data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"5502\" data-end=\"5539\">AC adapter &amp; rechargeable battery<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5540\" data-end=\"5593\">\n<td style=\"width: 20%;\" data-start=\"5540\" data-end=\"5550\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Housing<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 36.3095%;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"5550\" data-end=\"5578\">ABS with stainless platter<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 42.5%;\" data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"5578\" data-end=\"5593\">ABS plastic with stainless platter<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5594\" data-end=\"5702\">\n<td style=\"width: 20%;\" data-start=\"5594\" data-end=\"5617\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Typical Applications<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 36.3095%;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"5617\" data-end=\"5656\">Parts counting, inventory, packaging<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 42.5%;\" data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"5656\" data-end=\"5702\">Warehousing, production, order fulfillment<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr data-start=\"5704\" data-end=\"5707\" \/>\n<p data-start=\"5709\" data-end=\"5735\">So when we take a look at the Transcell TCS3T vs. Adam CCT Portable Parts Counting Scales, overall, when comparing these two types of scales, my thoughts are: if you can afford the extra costs, I would suggest the Cruiser CCT. The CCT scale is a better counting scale and the manufacturer warranty is far better than the other choice. We offer both of the scale types mentioned in the article.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A Practical Comparison of Two Popular Bench Counting Scales We&#8217;ve often discussed how great counting scales are at saving time and increasing accuracy. But, how do you know what counting scales to purchase? Should you just buy the cheapest scale you can find on the internet?\u00a0 The answer is no. 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