{"product_id":"broodminder-w-digital-hive-scale","title":"BroodMinder-W5 Hive Weight Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBroodMinder-W5 Hive Weight Scale\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rugged, all-steel hive scale built for long-term outdoor monitoring. A single temperature-compensated load cell measures up to 500 pounds of hive weight at 0.01 lb (5 g) resolution, logging hourly so you can track nectar flows, feeding, and winter stores without opening the hive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hive weight scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 500 lb total hive weight, 200% overload capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResolution:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.01 lb (5 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoad cell:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single 200 kg, temperature compensated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eData storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hourly readings for over a year, user configurable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replaceable AA batteries rated for 5+ years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Powder-coated steel, 2 in x 2 in x 17.25 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpandable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair two W5 units for full hive coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking nectar flow and honey production over a season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitoring feeding and winter stores without inspections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePermanent outdoor installation under hive equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeekeepers building a data-driven apiary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the scale beneath the hive, either under one edge or paired with a second W5 for full-hive weight. It records weight hourly by default, and the data syncs to the Bees app and MyBroodMinder platform where you can view weight trends over time. The AA batteries last more than five years under normal use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Foxhound Bee Company\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoxhound Bee Company supplies hive monitoring technology and beekeeping equipment, helping beekeepers manage their colonies with reliable data.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foxhound Bee Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50275612360982,"sku":"BM Hive Scale","price":259.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5555\/8422\/files\/BroodMinder-W5-Hive-Weight-Scale-1.webp?v=1791282262","url":"https:\/\/madelines.sbs\/products\/broodminder-w-digital-hive-scale","provider":"Madeline's","version":"1.0","type":"link"}