Overview
The Team Associated FT Mini Digital Professional Scale (AS1522) is an essential precision tool for any serious RC car enthusiast in the UK. Whether you're a competitive racer, weekend basher, or dedicated hobbyist, this compact digital scale delivers the accuracy you need for professional-level maintenance and setup of your RC vehicles. From the latest brushless RC buggies to classic nitro-powered machines, proper weight management is crucial for optimal performance, handling characteristics, and vehicle longevity.
Designed specifically for the RC car community, the FT Professional Mini Digital Scale excels at two critical tasks: weighing small parts with precision and accurately measuring differential fluid quantities. When you're fine-tuning your RC car's performance, even tiny variations in weight distribution can impact handling, acceleration, and overall speed. This is where a dedicated RC scale becomes invaluable. The Factory Team has engineered this tool to provide reliable, repeatable measurements that serious RC enthusiasts demand, whether you're preparing your vehicle for track racing or casual weekend driving.
This professional-grade tool fits perfectly into any pit box or workshop setup, offering the portability and accuracy that competitive RC drivers require. With its combination of precision engineering, intuitive operation, and compact size, the AS1522 represents excellent value for any RC enthusiast in the UK looking to elevate their hobby from casual fun to more serious, performance-focused driving.
Key Features
- Accurate to 0.01g — This exceptional precision allows you to measure weight differences that would be invisible to your eyes or hands, enabling you to achieve perfect balance on small RC components, individual tyres, or motor bells. For competitive RC racing, this level of accuracy can mean the difference between first place and the podium.
- 100g Maximum Capacity — The 100-gram weight limit is perfectly sized for RC car components, small parts, differential fluid measurements, and any other pit box task you'll encounter with 1/10 scale, 1/8 scale, or similar sized RC vehicles commonly used in the UK.
- Gram and Ounce Units — Switch between metric (grams) and imperial (ounces) measurements depending on your preference or your vehicle's specification sheets, making this tool compatible with both European and American RC manuals and instructions.
- Tare Weight Capability — The tare function allows you to zero the scale with a container or measuring cup already on the platform, then measure only the contents. This is essential when filling differentials with precise amounts of fluid, ensuring consistent drivetrain performance across all your RC cars.
- Auto Calibration — The scale automatically calibrates itself for maximum accuracy, removing the need for manual calibration procedures and ensuring consistent readings every time you use it, even if temperatures change or the scale is moved between locations.
- 60-Second Automatic Shutoff — This intelligent power management feature extends battery life by automatically turning off the display after one minute of inactivity, meaning your included AAA batteries will last through many competitive seasons of regular pit box use.
- Includes 2 AAA Batteries — You can begin using your scale immediately upon purchase with no additional battery purchases required. Simply open the battery compartment and you're ready to start measuring components for your RC car setup.
- Compact Portable Design — Measuring just 20 x 127 x 77mm (0.8 x 5 x 3 inches), this scale easily fits in your pit bag, toolbox, or workshop alongside your other RC maintenance equipment, making it perfect for track days, club meetings, or working at home on your RC cars.
Technical Performance
The Team Associated FT Mini Digital Scale represents professional-grade precision engineering in a compact package. The digital display technology delivers measurements accurate to 0.01 grams, a level of precision that satisfies the demanding requirements of competitive RC racing whilst remaining straightforward enough for casual hobbyists to use confidently. The auto-calibration system ensures that measurements remain accurate over time and across different environmental conditions, so whether you're measuring components in your climate-controlled workshop during winter months or at an outdoor track during summer heat, you'll receive consistent, reliable results. The tare weight function is particularly valuable for RC enthusiasts working with differential fluid, as it allows you to place a measuring cup or syringe on the platform and zero the scale before adding fluid, ensuring you can achieve identical fluid quantities across multiple vehicles. The maximum 100-gram capacity is deliberately sized for typical RC car applications, where you're rarely measuring components heavier than this threshold. The dual-unit display supporting both grams and ounces means you can work with components specified in either measurement system. The 60-second auto-shutoff represents thoughtful engineering for battery conservation, automatically powering down the display after one minute without activity whilst maintaining zero calibration. The included 2 AAA batteries provide immediate usability, and the straightforward display interface requires no complex setup procedures or learning curve — simply switch on and start measuring.
What's in the Box
- FT Professional Mini Digital Scale
- 2 x AAA Batteries
Compatibility
The Team Associated FT Professional Mini Digital Scale is compatible with a comprehensive range of Team Associated RC vehicles, including the Reflex 14B, Reflex 14T, Reflex 14R, Reflex 14B Ongaro, RC10B74, RC10B74.2, RC10B74.2D, RC10B6.2, RC10B6.2D, RC10B6.3, RC10B6.3D, RC10B6.4, RC10B6.4D, RC10B7, RC10B7D, RC8B3.2e, RC8B4e, RC8B4.1, RC8B4.1e, RC8T4, RC8T4e, DR10, DR10M, SR10, SR10M, RB10, RB10 Retro, and all associated Enduro, Enduro Trail Truck, Enduro Gatekeeper Rock Crawler, Knightrunner, Pro4, Pro2 series vehicles including the Pro2 LT10SW, Pro2 DK10SW, Pro2 RT10SW, Pro2 SC10sw RTR, and SC10. Whether you're maintaining a competition-level buggy or a casual trail truck, this scale will prove invaluable for your RC car setup and maintenance routine.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the Team Associated FT Professional Mini Digital Scale suitable for measuring all RC car components? — Yes, with its 100-gram maximum capacity and 0.01-gram precision, this scale is perfect for weighing tyres, motor bells, suspension components, differential parts, and any other small RC car parts. The primary limitation is the 100-gram maximum capacity, so you wouldn't use it for measuring large items like motor bodies or entire chassis, but for virtually all pit box setup tasks, it's ideal.
- How do I use the tare function for filling differentials? — Place an empty measuring cup or syringe on the scale platform, then press the tare button to zero the weight. The scale will now show only the weight of fluid you add, allowing you to measure precise quantities of differential oil for consistent drivetrain performance across all your RC vehicles. This ensures each car handles identically.
- What batteries does the scale use and how long do they last? — The FT Professional Mini Digital Scale uses two standard AAA batteries, which are included in the box. With the 60-second auto-shutoff feature, battery life is excellent for regular pit box use, easily lasting through multiple seasons of competitive racing or casual weekend driving before requiring replacement.
- Can I switch between grams and ounces? — Yes, the scale supports both gram and ounce measurements. You can switch between units as needed, making it compatible with RC car manuals and specifications from both metric and imperial regions. This flexibility is particularly useful if you're working with vehicles designed in the UK, Europe, or America.
- How accurate is the 0.01-gram precision for competitive RC racing? — The 0.01-gram accuracy is exceptional for RC applications and exceeds the requirements of most competitive racing series. This precision allows you to achieve perfect weight balance on components, ensuring optimal handling, consistent acceleration, and reliable performance. For serious racers, this accuracy can provide a competitive advantage.
- What is the auto-calibration feature and why does it matter? — Auto-calibration automatically adjusts the scale for maximum accuracy without requiring manual procedures. This ensures consistent measurements across different temperatures, humidity levels, and storage conditions, meaning you can rely on identical results whether you're measuring components in your workshop during winter or at an outdoor track during summer.
- Is this scale suitable for beginners? — Absolutely. Whilst the scale is professional-grade in terms of accuracy, it's remarkably simple to use. Switch it on, place your component on the platform, and read the measurement. The tare function and dual-unit display add versatility without adding complexity. Beginners will find it intuitive from day one.
- What makes this scale better than kitchen scales for RC measurements? — Kitchen scales are typically accurate to 1-gram increments, making them 100 times less precise than the FT Professional scale's 0.01-gram accuracy. Additionally, kitchen scales are designed for heavier loads and larger items, whilst this scale is optimised specifically for the small components and measurements common in RC car maintenance. The tare function is also more refined for precision fluid measurement.
Why Buy from RC Model Shop?
RC Model Shop is a trusted UK RC retailer and authorised dealer for all the brands we stock, including Traxxas, ARRMA, Losi, FTX, Hobbywing, Spektrum and more. Based in Walsall, we have a physical store where customers are welcome to come in, view products and purchase in store. Whether you are a seasoned competitor, a weekend basher, or just discovering the world of RC for the first time, our team of experienced RC enthusiasts is here to help you find the perfect setup and provide ongoing support. Order the TEAM ASSOCIATED FT MINI DIGITAL PROFESSIONAL SCALES AS1522 today with confidence, knowing you are buying from an authorised retailer with genuine products, expert knowledge and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Shop online or visit us in Walsall — we look forward to helping you get the most out of your RC experience.
