How to Choose a Scale for Electronics Components

Posted by AWS Team on Sep 16th 2026

Choosing a scale for electronics components starts with a simple question:

What exactly are you going to weigh?

Electronic components cover an enormous range of sizes and weights.

An electronics technician, repair shop, manufacturer, reseller, hobbyist or engineering team might need to weigh:

SMD components
Resistors
Capacitors
Diodes
LEDs
Transistors
Integrated circuits
Microcontrollers
Sensors
Connectors
Terminals
Switches
Relays
Screws
Washers
Heat sinks
Small motors
PCB assemblies
Component batches

The ideal scale for an individual SMD component may be completely different from the ideal scale for an assembled PCB.

50g × 0.001g

milligram scale provides very fine displayed increments but cannot support a:

300g PCB assembly.

500g × 0.01g

scale provides much greater capacity but does not display the same milligram-level detail.

That is why choosing an electronics scale should involve more than:

buying the model with the most decimal places.

Instead, evaluate:

smallest component → heaviest complete load → required readability → capacity → platform size → tare → calibration → repeatability → piece counting → operating environment.

For many general electronics applications:

500g × 0.01g

is a highly versatile starting specification.

For extremely lightweight individual components:

0.001g readability

may be more appropriate.

Quick Answer: How Do You Choose a Scale for Electronics Components?

Use this process:

List everything you intend to weigh.
Identify your lightest meaningful component.
Identify your heaviest complete load.
Decide whether 0.001g or 0.01g readability is appropriate.
Select sufficient maximum capacity.
Include trays and containers in capacity calculations.
Leave capacity headroom.
Review minimum usable load where specified.
Check repeatability.
Check platform dimensions.
Make sure the scale has tare.
Review calibration requirements.
Consider piece counting for inventory.
Evaluate vibration and airflow.
Consider static and ESD requirements.
Decide whether portability matters.
Determine whether one scale or two scales better cover your working range.

Step 1: List the Components You Actually Weigh

Do not start with:

“Which scale is most precise?”

Start with:

“What will I put on the scale?”

Create a list.

For example:

SMD resistor
LED
IC
Connector
Sensor
Relay
Heat sink
PCB assembly
Box of screws

This immediately establishes:

your approximate working range.

Step 2: Identify Your Lightest Meaningful Component

The key word is:

meaningful.

You do not necessarily need a scale capable of displaying every theoretical difference.

You need a scale that provides:

useful measurement detail for your application.

Suppose your smallest relevant object weighs:

5g.

A 0.001g milligram scale may provide:

far more displayed detail than you need.

But if your work involves:

extremely lightweight individual SMD components,

milligram readability may become useful.

Step 3: Identify Your Heaviest Complete Load

Next determine:

the largest object or batch you will actually weigh.

This could be:

PCB assembly
Heat sink
Motor
Component kit
Hardware batch
Tray full of components

Do not calculate according to:

the electronics component alone.

Calculate:

component + tray + container + holder = total physical load.

Step 4: Understand Readability

Readability describes:

the smallest increment shown by the display.

Three common levels are:

0.1g

Displays:

tenths of a gram.

0.01g

Displays:

hundredths of a gram.

0.001g

Displays:

thousandths of a gram.

Because:

0.001g = 1 milligram,

0.001g scales are commonly called:

milligram scales.

AWS explains the relationship between capacity and readability in What Does 500g × 0.01g Mean on a Digital Scale?.

Step 5: Decide Whether You Need 0.001g

Consider:

0.001g readability

when you need to distinguish very small differences between lightweight individual parts.

Examples may include:

Tiny SMD components
Lightweight resistors
Small capacitors
Small diodes
LEDs
Tiny transistors
Small IC packages
Miniature screws
Washers

AWS includes electronic components among potential applications in its Best Milligram Scales guide.

Step 6: Do Not Buy 0.001g Just Because It Has More Digits

Consider:

Scale A:

50g × 0.001g

Scale B:

500g × 0.01g

Scale A displays:

one additional decimal place.

But suppose your PCB weighs:

275g.

Scale A cannot weigh it.

Its finer readability provides:

no benefit for that measurement.

Step 7: Decide Whether 0.01g Is Enough

For general electronics:

0.01g is often highly practical.

It can provide useful measurement detail for:

Sensors
Connectors
Relays
Switches
Larger ICs
Heat sinks
Small motors
PCB assemblies
Component batches

while allowing:

substantially greater capacity.

Step 8: Do Not Confuse Readability With Accuracy

0.001g

display does not automatically guarantee:

±0.001g accuracy.

Readability tells you:

the smallest displayed increment.

Measurement performance can also depend on:

Accuracy specifications
Repeatability
Calibration
Minimum usable load
Linearity
Environment
Load placement

Do not select an electronics scale based solely on:

decimal places.

Step 9: Determine Maximum Capacity

Once readability is established:

choose capacity.

Common configurations include:

20g × 0.001g

50g × 0.001g

100g × 0.001g

500g × 0.01g

2,000g × 0.1g

5,000g × 1g

The right capacity depends on:

the heaviest complete physical load.

Step 10: Include the Tray in Your Calculation

Suppose:

Electronic components = 43g

Tray = 12g

Total:

55g.

50g scale

does not have enough capacity.

Even if you:

tare the tray.

Step 11: Understand Tare Correctly

Tare allows you to:

subtract a container from the displayed measurement.

Example:

Place tray on scale.

Display:

12.35g.

Press:

TARE.

Display:

0.00g.

Add components.

Display:

24.68g.

The displayed result represents:

the components.

But physically:

the tray is still on the scale.

Step 12: Tare Does Not Restore Capacity

Suppose:

Scale capacity = 50g

Tray = 10g

After taring:

the display reads zero.

Approximate remaining physical capacity:

40g.

Not:

50g.

This is especially important when using:

low-capacity milligram scales.

Step 13: Leave Capacity Headroom

Avoid routinely weighing:

right at maximum capacity.

Suppose:

PCB = 450g

Tray = 35g

Total =

485g.

500g scale

provides very little headroom.

A higher-capacity model may be:

more practical.

Step 14: Consider Minimum Usable Load

Maximum capacity tells you:

the upper limit.

For tiny electronics components:

the lower range also matters.

Do not assume:

a 0.001g display

means every 0.001g object is necessarily an appropriate working load.

Where available, review:

Minimum load
Accuracy
Repeatability
Manufacturer specifications

Step 15: Evaluate Repeatability

Repeatability describes how consistently:

the same component

produces similar measurements under similar conditions.

Suppose an IC produces:

2.347g
2.347g
2.347g
2.347g

That is a consistent set of displayed readings.

Now suppose it produces:

2.331g
2.359g
2.340g
2.365g

The additional decimal places become:

less useful.

Step 16: Test Repeatability

Use a simple test:

Place the component on the scale.
Allow the reading to stabilize.
Record it.
Remove the component.
Confirm the scale returns to zero.
Replace the component.
Record the new reading.
Repeat several times.

Compare:

the results.

Step 17: Choose the Right Platform Size

Capacity alone does not determine:

whether a scale is appropriate.

Suppose:

Scale capacity = 500g

PCB weight = 250g.

Capacity is sufficient.

But if:

the PCB cannot sit securely on the platform,

the setup may still be unsuitable.

Step 18: Platform Size for Tiny Components

For:

Resistors
Capacitors
Diodes
ICs
Screws

a small platform can work well.

Use:

a lightweight tray

to contain components.

Step 19: Platform Size for PCB Assemblies

A circuit board should:

sit securely

with its complete load supported by:

the scale.

Do not allow:

one side of the PCB

to rest on:

the workbench.

Step 20: Choose Tare for Small Components

Tare is particularly useful for electronics because:

small components can roll, slide or become lost.

Use:

Weighing tray
Small container
Parts cup

Then:

tare the container.

Step 21: Consider Expansion Trays

Expansion trays can be useful for:

Screws
Washers
Resistors
Capacitors
LEDs
Connectors
Component batches

They provide:

containment

without forcing tiny parts directly onto:

the weighing platform.

Step 22: Consider Piece Counting

If you manage:

electronics inventory,

piece counting can be useful.

Examples:

Identical screws
Identical washers
Identical resistors
Identical connectors
Similar hardware

A piece-counting scale estimates quantity using:

average individual piece weight.

Step 23: Know When Piece Counting Works

Piece counting works best when:

the pieces are sufficiently consistent.

Suppose:

100 identical screws

have similar individual weights.

Weight-based counting may work well.

Now suppose the batch contains:

different screw sizes.

The estimate becomes:

less reliable.

Step 24: Consider Calibration

Calibration is essential to:

precision weighing.

Different scales may require:

different calibration masses.

One scale might specify:

20g.

Another might specify:

500g.

Always follow:

the exact manufacturer's procedure.

Step 25: Use the Correct Calibration Weight

Do not calibrate using:

Coins
Batteries
Resistors
Screws
Connectors
Circuit boards
Random household objects

Use:

the appropriate calibration mass.

Step 26: Calibration Is Not Tare

Calibration:

relates the scale response to:

a known reference mass.

Tare:

subtracts the displayed weight of:

a tray or container.

These are:

different operations.

Step 27: Consider the AWS SC501g for General Electronics

For broad electronics applications, the AWS SC501g Precision Digital Pocket Scale provides:

500g × 0.01g.

It also offers:

3.9 × 3.7-inch platform
Stainless-steel weighing surface
Tare
Two expansion trays
Backlit display
Multiple weighing units
Battery operation

This configuration can work well for:

Connectors
Sensors
Relays
Switches
Hardware
Small heat sinks
Circuit boards
Component batches

Step 28: Consider a Milligram Scale for Tiny Components

If your work focuses on:

very lightweight individual components,

consider:

0.001g readability.

AWS offers milligram-scale configurations including:

20g × 0.001g
30g × 0.001g
50g × 0.001g
100g × 0.001g

The right capacity depends on:

your components and tray weight.

Step 29: 20g × 0.001g

This configuration prioritizes:

fine readability.

It can be useful for:

tiny individual components.

But:

20g maximum capacity

is restrictive.

Step 30: 50g × 0.001g

This provides:

more capacity

while retaining:

milligram readability.

It can work well for:

Resistors
Capacitors
Diodes
ICs
Small connectors
Tiny hardware

Step 31: 100g × 0.001g

This provides even more:

capacity headroom

while retaining:

0.001g readability.

It can be useful when:

20–50g is too restrictive.

Step 32: Compare GEMINI-20 and GEMINI-50

Both provide:

0.001g readability.

The main difference is:

capacity.

GEMINI-20:

20g.

GEMINI-50:

50g.

AWS's GEMINI-20 vs. GEMINI-50 comparison explains the capacity difference between these two milligram-scale configurations.

For electronics:

the additional capacity can be useful when:

a tray or group of components is involved.

Step 33: Consider Piece Counting Models

If your primary goal is:

inventory,

look beyond readability.

The AWS-ULTRA-50G combines:

50g × 0.001g

with:

piece-counting functionality.

This can be useful for:

small, consistent electronic components.

Step 34: Consider Your Work Surface

Precision scales should sit on:

a firm, stable surface.

Avoid:

Soft mats beneath the scale
Flexible tables
Uneven workbenches
Moving surfaces

A stable weighing environment becomes increasingly important as:

readability becomes finer.

Step 35: Watch for Vibration

Electronics benches may contain:

Cooling equipment
Tools
Speakers
Machinery
Motors
Moving equipment

These can create:

vibration.

For milligram-level measurements:

reduce unnecessary vibration.

Step 36: Watch for Airflow

Direct airflow can affect:

very lightweight measurements.

Possible sources include:

HVAC vents
Bench fans
Equipment cooling fans
Open windows

Avoid placing a milligram scale:

directly in the airflow path.

Step 37: Consider Draft Protection

For:

0.001g work,

draft protection can help reduce:

air movement.

This may be particularly useful when weighing:

very lightweight SMD components.

Step 38: Consider Static and ESD Requirements

Electronic components may be:

static sensitive.

Your electronics handling procedure may require:

specific ESD controls.

Do not assume:

a standard precision scale or metal weighing platform automatically satisfies:

ESD requirements.

Follow:

the handling requirements appropriate to your components.

Step 39: Consider Temperature Stability

Fine measurements generally benefit from:

stable environmental conditions.

Avoid exposing the scale to:

rapid temperature changes

immediately before:

precision weighing.

Step 40: Center the Load

Whenever possible:

place the object securely within:

the intended weighing area.

For larger electronics assemblies:

avoid awkward off-center loading.

Step 41: Choose a Scale for SMD Components

For extremely lightweight individual SMD components:

consider:

0.001g readability.

Prioritize:

Repeatability
Calibration
Stable surface
Draft protection
Suitable tray

Step 42: Choose a Scale for Resistors

For individual lightweight resistors:

0.001g can provide useful detail.

For:

large resistor batches,

capacity and piece counting may become:

more important.

Step 43: Choose a Scale for Capacitors

Capacitors vary greatly.

Tiny capacitors:

0.001g may be useful.

Larger capacitors:

0.01g may provide sufficient measurement detail.

Step 44: Choose a Scale for Diodes

Small individual diodes may benefit from:

milligram readability.

For batches:

higher capacity may be preferable.

Step 45: Choose a Scale for LEDs

Tiny LEDs may be suitable for:

0.001g.

Larger LED modules may be better matched to:

0.01g.

Step 46: Choose a Scale for ICs

Integrated circuits vary substantially in:

package size.

For tiny individual packages:

consider:

0.001g.

For larger chips and groups:

0.01g can be more practical.

Step 47: Choose a Scale for Sensors

Complete sensor modules often weigh:

several grams or more.

For many:

0.01g provides useful measurement detail.

Step 48: Choose a Scale for Connectors

Connectors can be:

significantly heavier than passive components.

For many connectors:

0.01g is more practical than:

0.001g.

Step 49: Choose a Scale for Relays

Relays generally do not require:

milligram readability.

Prioritize:

capacity and repeatability.

Step 50: Choose a Scale for Heat Sinks

Heat sinks can become:

relatively heavy.

Prioritize:

capacity.

500g × 0.01g

scale can handle many small heat sinks.

Larger cooling assemblies may require:

more capacity.

Step 51: Choose a Scale for Circuit Boards

For assembled PCBs:

platform size and capacity become:

major considerations.

500g × 0.01g

scale is a strong starting configuration for:

small PCB assemblies.

For boards exceeding:

500g,

select:

higher capacity.

Step 52: Choose a Scale for Component Inventory

Inventory requirements differ from:

individual component measurement.

Suppose:

one resistor weighs very little

but:

5,000 resistors

create a substantial batch.

For inventory:

prioritize:

Capacity
Tare
Piece counting
Repeatability
Appropriate containers

Step 53: Decide Whether One Scale Is Enough

Suppose your workflow includes:

Small component = 0.7g

Connector = 8g

Sensor module = 22g

PCB = 280g

500g × 0.01g

scale may cover:

the entire range.

Step 54: Decide Whether You Need Two Scales

Now suppose:

SMD component = 0.025g

IC = 1.6g

Sensor = 14g

Connector = 28g

Heat sink = 85g

PCB assembly = 320g

A single scale creates:

a compromise.

50–100g × 0.001g

scale can handle:

the smallest components.

500g × 0.01g

scale can handle:

larger components and boards.

Electronics Scale Selection Table

Electronics Component	Readability to Consider	Capacity to Consider
Tiny SMD component	0.001g	20–100g
Resistor	0.001g	20–100g
Small capacitor	0.001g	20–100g
Diode	0.001–0.01g	20–500g
LED	0.001–0.01g	20–500g
IC	0.001–0.01g	20–500g
Sensor	0.01g	100–500g
Connector	0.01g	100–500g
Relay	0.01g	100–500g
Heat sink	0.01–0.1g	500g+
PCB assembly	0.01–0.1g	500g+
Component batch	0.01–1g	Depends on batch

These are:

general starting points.

Choose according to:

your actual application.

Scale for an Electronics Repair Shop

A repair shop may handle:

almost every component category.

A practical primary scale is often:

500g × 0.01g.

Add:

a 0.001g milligram scale

if:

fine individual component measurements are needed.

Scale for Electronics Hobbyists

For broad hobby use:

prioritize versatility.

500g × 0.01g

scale can handle:

Sensors
Arduino-style boards
Connectors
Small motors
Hardware
Prototype assemblies

A milligram scale can be added for:

specialized component work.

Scale for Electronics Parts Sellers

A parts seller may benefit from:

0.001g readability
Piece counting
Tare
Higher-capacity batch scale

Depending on inventory:

two scales may be more useful than:

one.

Scale for Prototype Development

Prototype engineers may use weight to compare:

design revisions.

Example:

Prototype A = 126.38g

Prototype B = 118.47g

Weight reduction:

7.91g

For this type of work:

0.01g readability can provide:

more than enough displayed detail.

Scale for Component Batches

For large batches:

do not over-prioritize fine readability.

Suppose:

batch weight = 1.7kg.

50g × 0.001g

scale is useless for:

that batch.

A higher-capacity scale is required.

Do Not Use Weight to Identify Electronic Components

Weight can provide:

one measurement.

It cannot independently identify:

Resistance
Capacitance
Voltage
Current rating
Manufacturer
Part number
Component function

Use:

markings, datasheets and appropriate electronic testing.

Do Not Use Weight to Determine Whether a Component Works

A resistor matching:

an expected weight

can still be:

electrically defective.

Functional testing requires:

appropriate equipment.

Do Not Use Weight Alone to Detect Counterfeit Components

Weight can sometimes be:

one comparison point.

But it cannot independently establish:

authenticity.

Counterfeit evaluation may require:

additional documentation, inspection and testing.

Do Not Assume Heavier Means Better

A heavier:

capacitor, connector, PCB or component

is not automatically:

higher quality.

Weight is:

one physical measurement.

Commercial Weighing Considerations

If your scale is used for:

internal comparison, inventory or prototype development,

requirements differ from:

regulated commercial weighing.

NIST's Handbook 44 covers specifications, tolerances and technical requirements used in commercial weighing and measuring applications.

Do not assume:

a consumer precision scale is automatically legal for trade.

Common Mistakes When Choosing a Scale for Electronics Components

Choosing Based on Decimal Places Alone

More digits do not automatically mean:

better measurement.

Confusing Readability With Accuracy

They are:

different concepts.

Ignoring Maximum Capacity

Always calculate:

the complete physical load.

Forgetting the Tray

The tray counts toward:

capacity.

Assuming Tare Restores Capacity

It does not.

Ignoring Minimum Usable Load

The lower measurement range matters.

Ignoring Repeatability

Consistent measurements matter.

Ignoring Platform Size

A PCB needs:

adequate physical support.

Allowing a PCB to Touch the Table

The entire load should be:

supported by the scale.

Ignoring Calibration Requirements

Use:

the correct procedure.

Calibrating With Coins or Components

Use:

appropriate calibration masses.

Ignoring Vibration

Electronics benches can have:

multiple vibration sources.

Ignoring Cooling Fans

Direct airflow can affect:

milligram measurements.

Ignoring Static

Follow:

appropriate ESD procedures.

Assuming the Scale Is ESD-Safe

Verify:

the requirements of your specific application.

Using Piece Counting for Mixed Components

Piece counting works best for:

consistent items.

Using Weight Instead of Electrical Testing

A scale cannot replace:

appropriate electronics test equipment.

Buying One Scale for an Extreme Weight Range

Sometimes:

two scales are more practical.

Electronics Components Scale Buying Checklist

Before buying, ask:

What components will I weigh?
What is the lightest component that matters?
What is the heaviest individual component?
What is the heaviest assembled PCB?
Will I weigh SMD components?
Will I weigh complete boards?
Will I weigh batches?
Do I genuinely need 0.001g?
Would 0.01g be enough?
What is maximum capacity?
What is minimum usable load?
What accuracy specifications are available?
What repeatability information is available?
What does my tray weigh?
What is my maximum complete physical load?
Have I left capacity headroom?
What is the platform size?
Will the board fit securely?
Does the scale have tare?
Do I understand that tare does not restore capacity?
Do I need expansion trays?
Do I need piece counting?
Are the components consistent enough for counting?
What calibration weight is required?
Is the calibration weight included?
What is the calibration procedure?
Is my workbench stable?
Is there vibration?
Is there direct airflow?
Would draft protection help?
Could static affect the workflow?
What ESD procedures are required?
Is temperature reasonably stable?
Do I need battery operation?
Do I need AC power?
Do I need portability?
Do I need a protective cover?
Will I use the scale for inventory?
Will I use it for prototypes?
Will I use it for batch verification?
Would one scale cover the complete range?
Would two scales work better?
Am I confusing readability with accuracy?
Am I trying to identify components by weight?
Is my application commercial or regulated?

Frequently Asked Questions

What scale should I use for electronics components?

For broad electronics applications:

500g × 0.01g

is a strong general-purpose starting specification.

For extremely lightweight individual components:

consider:

0.001g readability.

Is 0.01g enough for electronics components?

For many:

Sensors
Connectors
Relays
Switches
Heat sinks
PCB assemblies

yes.

Do I need 0.001g for electronic components?

Only when:

milligram-level displayed increments

are genuinely useful.

This may apply to:

tiny SMD components and lightweight individual parts.

Is 0.001g more accurate than 0.01g?

Not automatically.

It provides:

finer readability.

Accuracy is:

a separate characteristic.

What does 500g × 0.01g mean?

It means:

500g maximum capacity

with:

0.01g display increments.

Is 500g enough for a PCB?

For many small PCBs:

yes.

For larger assemblies:

higher capacity may be required.

Does the tray count toward capacity?

Yes.

Everything physically supported by the scale contributes to:

total load.

Does tare restore capacity?

No.

Tare changes:

the displayed zero.

It does not change:

maximum physical capacity.

What scale should I use for SMD components?

For very lightweight individual SMD components:

consider:

0.001g readability.

What scale should I use for resistors?

For individual lightweight resistors:

0.001g may be useful.

For batches:

capacity and piece counting may matter more.

What scale should I use for capacitors?

Tiny capacitors may benefit from:

0.001g.

Larger capacitors can often be weighed effectively at:

0.01g.

What scale should I use for ICs?

Tiny individual ICs may benefit from:

0.001g.

Larger ICs and batches may be more practical with:

0.01g.

What scale should I use for circuit boards?

For small assembled boards:

500g × 0.01g

is a useful starting point.

Is the AWS SC501g suitable for electronics?

For general electronics work, its:

500g × 0.01g

configuration provides a useful balance between:

capacity and readability.

Can I count electronics components with a scale?

Some scales provide:

piece counting.

This works best for:

consistent components.

Can I use a tray?

Yes.

Use:

tare

to remove the tray from the displayed result.

Remember that the tray still contributes to:

physical capacity.

How do I calibrate an electronics scale?

Follow:

the manufacturer's procedure

and use:

the specified calibration mass.

Can I calibrate using a battery or coin?

Do not substitute random objects for:

appropriate calibration masses.

Why does a milligram scale fluctuate?

Possible causes include:

Airflow
Vibration
Static
Unstable surfaces
Temperature changes
Load placement

Can weight tell me whether a resistor works?

No.

Electrical functionality requires:

appropriate testing.

Can weight identify an IC?

No.

Weight cannot independently establish:

manufacturer, part number or function.

Can weight detect counterfeit electronics?

Not independently.

It can provide:

one comparison measurement.

Should I buy one scale or two?

If your electronics workflow ranges from:

tiny SMD components

to:

large PCB assemblies,

two scales may provide better coverage.

Final Verdict: How to Choose a Scale for Electronics Components

Choosing the right scale for electronics components starts by defining:

your actual measurement range.

Identify:

the lightest component you need to distinguish

and:

the heaviest complete physical load.

Then choose:

the appropriate readability.

For extremely lightweight:

SMD components
Resistors
Capacitors
Diodes
ICs
Tiny screws
Small hardware

consider:

0.001g readability

when milligram-level displayed increments are genuinely required.

For general electronics involving:

Sensors
Connectors
Relays
Switches
Heat sinks
Circuit boards
Component batches

0.01g readability

combined with higher capacity is often more practical.

For many electronics applications:

500g × 0.01g

is an excellent general-purpose starting configuration.

The AWS SC501g provides this combination along with:

3.9 × 3.7-inch platform
Stainless-steel weighing surface
Tare
Expansion trays
Backlit display
Multiple weighing units
Battery operation

For very lightweight component work:

consider:

20–100g × 0.001g.

If your workflow spans both extremes, a practical setup is:

50–100g × 0.001g for tiny electronics components + 500g × 0.01g for larger components and PCB assemblies.

Before buying, evaluate:

readability → capacity → minimum usable load → repeatability → platform size → tare → calibration → piece counting → environmental stability.

Do not choose based on:

decimal places alone.

Do not confuse:

readability with accuracy.

Do not assume:

tare restores capacity.

Do not calibrate using:

random components or household objects.

And do not use:

weight as a replacement for component identification or electrical testing.

Choose the scale—or combination of scales—that matches:

the electronics components you actually weigh.