Choosing a scale for resin starts with two questions:
How much material will you weigh at once, and how small a change in weight do you need to see?
For many resin makers, a 2kg x 0.1g digital scale is a practical starting point because it provides enough capacity for a mixing cup plus a moderate resin batch while displaying measurements in tenths of a gram.
That does not mean 2kg x 0.1g is right for everyone.
A jewelry maker working with tiny pigment quantities may benefit from a 0.01g precision scale, while someone producing large molds or tabletop projects may need 3kg, 5kg, or considerably more capacity.
The right scale depends on your actual workflow.
This guide explains how to choose a scale for resin by looking at capacity, readability, container weight, tare, platform size, calibration, repeatability, and the types of resin projects you make.
Quick Answer: What Scale Should You Use for Resin?
A useful starting point is:
| Resin Application | Suggested Capacity | Suggested Readability |
|---|---|---|
| Pigments and tiny additives | 100–500g | 0.01g |
| Resin jewelry | 500g–1kg | 0.1g |
| Coasters | 1–2kg | 0.1g |
| Tumblers | 1–2kg | 0.1g |
| Small and medium molds | 2–3kg | 0.1g |
| General resin crafting | 2–5kg | 0.1g |
| Larger molds/tabletop batches | 5kg+ | 0.1g–1g as appropriate |
| Large casting/deep-pour work | 5kg+ | Based on batch requirements |
These are scale-selection guidelines, not resin mixing instructions.
The resin manufacturer's instructions determine whether a particular system should be measured by weight or volume and what ratio should be used.
1. Start With the Resin Projects You Actually Make
Do not choose a scale simply because it has the highest capacity or the most decimal places.
Start with your projects.
Do you primarily make:
- Resin jewelry?
- Earrings and pendants?
- Coasters?
- Tumblers?
- Small silicone molds?
- Resin artwork?
- Decorative trays?
- Larger castings?
- Tabletop epoxy projects?
- Deep-pour projects?
- Pigment and color tests?
A scale that works beautifully for earrings may be completely impractical for a large mold.
Likewise, a high-capacity scale designed for several kilograms may not provide the fine readability you want when measuring a tiny amount of pigment.
The goal is to match the scale's usable measurement range to your normal work.
2. Determine Your Largest Complete Load
One of the most important steps when choosing a resin scale is calculating the maximum amount the scale will actually support.
Do not consider only the resin.
Your total physical load can include:
Mixing container + resin + hardener + pigments + additives
Suppose you normally use:
Mixing cup: 150g
Resin: 700g
Hardener: 350g
Pigments/additives: 20g
Your scale must physically support:
150 + 700 + 350 + 20 = 1,220g
A 1kg scale would therefore be too small.
A 2kg scale would provide considerably more usable room.
This is why choosing capacity based solely on the amount of resin can lead to buying the wrong scale.
3. Remember That the Mixing Cup Counts
The container is part of the load even when you use tare.
This is particularly important with:
- Heavy reusable mixing cups
- Silicone containers
- Large plastic buckets
- Glass containers
- Metal mixing vessels
- Trays
A maker might think:
“I only mix 450g of resin, so a 500g scale should work.”
But if the mixing container weighs 120g, the scale is actually supporting approximately:
450g + 120g = 570g
That exceeds a 500g scale's nominal capacity.
Always calculate the complete physical load before selecting capacity.
4. Understand What Tare Actually Does
Tare is one of the most useful features for resin work.
Place an empty mixing cup on the platform and the display might show:
126.4g
Press the tare button and the display returns to:
0.0g
You can then add resin and read the net amount directly.
But there is an important distinction:
Tare resets the displayed value. It does not remove the physical weight of the container from the scale.
If you put a 100g cup on a 500g scale and tare it, the load cell is still supporting that 100g cup.
You do not suddenly have another full 500g of physical capacity.
This is an important reason to leave capacity headroom when choosing a scale.
5. Understand Capacity vs. Readability
Digital scales are commonly described using a specification such as:
2000g x 0.1g
These two numbers describe different things.
2000g = Capacity
This is the scale's maximum nominal load.
0.1g = Readability
This is the smallest increment shown on the display.
A 0.1g scale can display readings such as:
- 15.2g
- 48.7g
- 125.4g
- 782.1g
Similarly:
500g x 0.01g
means a maximum capacity of 500g and display increments of 0.01g.
Do not interpret the “x” as multiplication.
AWS explains this specification in greater detail in its guide, What Does 500g x 0.01g Mean on a Digital Scale?
6. Choose Capacity Before Chasing Decimal Places
It is tempting to assume that more decimal places automatically mean a better resin scale.
They do not.
Imagine comparing:
200g x 0.01g
and
2000g x 0.1g
The 200g model provides finer readability.
But if your mixing cup and resin weigh 900g together, the 200g scale is useless for that batch.
Conversely, if you're measuring 0.35g of concentrated pigment, a high-capacity scale reading only in whole grams may be too coarse.
The better question is:
What measurement range do I actually need?
Then choose the finest practical readability within that range.
7. Is a 500g Scale Enough for Resin?
A 500g scale can be an excellent choice for small resin work.
Consider this range for:
- Jewelry
- Earrings
- Pendants
- Charms
- Tiny molds
- Small repairs
- Pigment testing
- Color development
- Lightweight additives
A 500g x 0.1g scale can work for many small batches.
A 500g x 0.01g scale provides finer displayed increments and may be useful when very small pigment or additive quantities matter.
Remember to include your mixing container when determining whether 500g provides enough capacity.
8. When Is a 1kg Scale Better?
A 1kg scale provides additional flexibility without moving into a particularly large scale.
It can work well for:
- Resin jewelry
- Coasters
- Small molds
- Small resin-art projects
- Decorative pieces
- Small adhesive batches
A specification around:
1000g x 0.1g
can be a useful general-purpose option for small resin projects.
The extra capacity also gives you more flexibility with heavier mixing containers.
9. Why a 2kg Scale Is a Strong All-Around Choice
For many resin hobbyists, a 2kg x 0.1g scale offers a useful balance between capacity and readability.
It can accommodate:
- Jewelry batches
- Multiple coasters
- Medium molds
- Resin art
- Tumblers
- Larger mixing cups
- Small casting projects
- General craft applications
American Weigh Scales offers the SC-2KG Precision Digital Pocket Scale, with a specified capacity and readability of:
2000g x 0.1g
AWS specifically lists resin materials among the SC-2KG's hobby applications. The model also features a 4 x 4-inch stainless-steel weighing surface, backlit LCD, weighing trays and linear calibration.
For a resin maker whose complete batch stays comfortably below 2kg, that combination makes the SC-2KG particularly relevant.
10. When Should You Choose 3kg?
Consider moving to approximately 3kg capacity if:
- Your normal batches regularly exceed 1kg
- You use heavier containers
- You make larger molds
- You want additional headroom
- Your projects are becoming larger
Capacity headroom matters.
If your normal complete load is 1,950g, technically choosing a 2kg scale leaves almost no margin.
Moving to a higher-capacity model can make the workflow more practical.
11. When Do You Need a 5kg Scale?
A 5kg scale may make more sense for:
- Larger molds
- Production batches
- Larger resin artwork
- Tabletop projects
- Heavy containers
- Larger casting work
However, do not automatically assume that higher capacity is better.
Higher-capacity scales may have coarser readability.
A scale that supports 5kg but displays only whole grams may be appropriate for some large batches while being less suitable for small jewelry work.
Compare capacity and readability together.
12. What Readability Do You Need for Resin?
After establishing your required capacity, determine the smallest useful increment.
Common options include:
- 1g
- 0.1g
- 0.01g
- 0.001g
The best choice depends largely on your batch size and what you are measuring.
13. When Is 1g Readability Enough?
A 1g scale changes in whole-gram increments.
For example:
125g
126g
127g
For a large multi-kilogram batch, whole-gram readability may sometimes be sufficient if it is appropriate for the resin manufacturer's required measurement tolerance.
For a tiny jewelry batch, however, 1g increments can be relatively coarse.
As batches become smaller, finer readability generally becomes more useful.
14. Why 0.1g Works Well for Many Resin Projects
A 0.1g scale displays tenths of a gram.
For example:
250.4g
instead of simply:
250g
For many general resin applications, 0.1g provides a useful balance between practical capacity and fine displayed increments.
It is particularly useful for:
- Coasters
- Tumblers
- Small molds
- Medium molds
- Resin art
- Jewelry batches
- General resin/hardener measurement
This is why specifications such as 1kg x 0.1g, 2kg x 0.1g, and 3kg x 0.1g can be attractive for resin work.
15. When Should You Choose 0.01g?
A 0.01g scale displays hundredths of a gram.
For example:
4.27g
rather than:
4.3g
This finer readability can be useful for:
- Tiny resin batches
- Pigment testing
- Mica powder
- Concentrated colorants
- Formula development
- Lightweight additives
- Small jewelry experiments
If you repeatedly measure quantities below 1g, 0.01g may provide useful additional detail.
AWS notes that readability is the smallest displayed increment and should not be confused with guaranteed accuracy. A 500g x 0.01g scale, for example, has a 500g maximum capacity and displays in hundredths of a gram.
16. Do You Need 0.001g for Resin?
Usually not for ordinary resin crafting.
A 0.001g scale displays thousandths of a gram—one milligram.
That level of readability can be valuable when the material being measured genuinely requires milligram-level measurement.
But finer-resolution scales are also more sensitive to environmental conditions such as:
- Air movement
- Vibration
- Static
- Temperature changes
- Movement around the workbench
For most ordinary resin and hardener batches, 0.1g or 0.01g is more practical.
Do not buy a milligram scale simply because three decimal places look more precise.
Choose it because your application actually requires that measurement range.
17. Readability Is Not the Same as Accuracy
This distinction matters when comparing scales.
A scale displaying:
10.01g
does not automatically guarantee that the true mass is exactly 10.01g.
Readability tells you the smallest increment displayed.
Accuracy concerns how close a measurement is to the actual value.
You should also consider:
- Repeatability
- Minimum usable load
- Calibration
- Tolerance
- Stability
- Operating environment
More decimal places alone do not establish better overall measurement performance.
18. Why Repeatability Matters for Resin
Resin makers often want to reproduce previous results.
Perhaps you developed a pigment combination that produced exactly the color you wanted.
You might record:
Resin: 100.0g
Hardener: manufacturer-specified amount
Pigment A: 1.25g
Pigment B: 0.45g
Glitter: 0.80g
If your scale produces stable, repeatable readings, recreating that formulation becomes much easier.
Repeatability matters when reproducing:
- Colors
- Pigment percentages
- Additive concentrations
- Jewelry formulas
- Casting batches
- Resin/hardener measurements
Consistency can be just as important as displaying additional decimal places.
19. Check the Minimum Usable Load
Do not assume the smallest displayed increment is automatically the smallest quantity a scale can reliably measure.
A scale labeled:
500g x 0.01g
displays changes in 0.01g increments.
That does not necessarily mean 0.01g is its ideal minimum working load.
If you routinely measure very small pigment or additive quantities, review the manufacturer's specifications for:
- Minimum load
- Accuracy
- Tolerance
- Repeatability
This is particularly important when measurements approach the bottom of the scale's usable range.
20. Consider Using Two Scales
Trying to make one scale handle every resin application can create unnecessary compromises.
A resin artist might need to measure:
2,000g of resin
and later:
0.35g of pigment
Those are very different weighing jobs.
A practical two-scale setup can be:
Main Resin Scale
2–5kg x 0.1g
Use it for:
- Resin
- Hardener
- Mixing cups
- Medium batches
- Molds
- General projects
Precision Scale
100–500g x 0.01g
Use it for:
- Pigments
- Mica
- Tiny additives
- Color experiments
- Formula development
This allows each scale to operate in a range better suited to the task.
21. Look at Platform Size
Capacity isn't useful if your mixing container does not fit properly.
Before choosing a scale, consider the size of the platform.
Your container should:
- Sit securely
- Remain centered
- Be fully supported
- Avoid touching the surrounding counter
- Leave the display visible
Suppose a large resin bucket overhangs the platform and touches the table.
The table is now supporting part of the load.
That can compromise the measurement.
Choose a platform that works with the containers you actually use.
22. Make Sure You Can See the Display
This sounds obvious until a large mixing cup completely covers the LCD.
For resin work, look for:
- Large digits
- Clear decimal points
- Backlighting
- Good viewing angles
- A display that remains visible with your normal container
Place your typical cup on a scale when evaluating size whenever possible.
The SC-2KG, for example, combines a 4 x 4-inch stainless-steel weighing surface with a backlit LCD.
23. Calibration Should Be Straightforward
A resin scale should provide a clear method for checking or calibrating its performance.
Calibration requirements vary by model.
Do not assume every scale uses the same calibration weight or procedure.
AWS's How to Calibrate a Digital Scale for Accurate Results guide explains that the correct procedure and required reference weight depend on the particular scale.
Follow the instructions supplied for your model.
24. Don't Calibrate a Scale With Random Household Objects
Do not substitute:
- Coins
- Resin bottles
- Tools
- Cured resin pieces
- Pigment containers
- Kitchen objects
for the calibration weight specified by the manufacturer.
Calibration requires an appropriate reference mass.
If the manufacturer specifies a particular calibration weight, use that weight and follow the specified procedure.
25. Think About Your Work Surface
Even a good precision scale can perform poorly when placed on an unsuitable surface.
Use a:
Hard, flat, stable surface
Avoid weighing on:
- Towels
- Foam
- Fabric
- Flexible mats
- Uneven tables
- Wobbly workbenches
The more precise the scale, the more important environmental stability becomes.
26. Keep Precision Scales Away From Drafts
Fine-resolution scales can respond to air movement that would be irrelevant on a coarse kitchen scale.
For a 0.01g scale, avoid placing it directly beside:
- Fans
- Open windows
- Air-conditioning vents
- Strong HVAC airflow
This is especially important when weighing lightweight pigments and additives.
27. Watch for Workshop Vibration
Resin makers may share workspace with equipment such as:
- Sanders
- Drills
- Rotary tools
- Compressors
- Speakers
- Other machinery
Vibration traveling through a workbench can make a fine-resolution reading fluctuate.
Perform precision measurements on a stable surface away from active equipment whenever possible.
28. Protect the Scale From Resin
Uncured resin and electronics are not a good combination.
Keep resin away from:
- Buttons
- Display seams
- Platform gaps
- Battery compartments
- Charging ports
A removable tray or appropriate protective barrier can help where permitted by the scale manufacturer.
Any protective item resting on the platform still counts toward physical capacity.
Clean the scale according to the manufacturer's instructions.
29. Don't Store Resin Bottles on the Scale
Your scale is a measuring instrument, not a shelf.
Leaving heavy bottles, containers, molds, or tools sitting on the platform continuously keeps the weighing mechanism loaded.
Store the scale unloaded.
Use its protective cover when one is provided.
30. Consider Auto-Off Behavior
Auto-off can preserve battery life, but resin preparation sometimes involves pauses.
You might stop to:
- Calculate a ratio
- Open another container
- Prepare pigment
- Mix a color
- Record measurements
- Prepare a mold
If the scale switches off too quickly, it can interrupt the workflow.
Consider whether the model's power-management behavior fits the way you work.
31. Gram Mode Is Particularly Convenient
Grams make many craft-scale calculations straightforward.
For example, if your resin manufacturer specifies a ratio by weight, grams make it easy to calculate target quantities.
However, the critical phrase is:
by weight
Do not assume a ratio given by volume can automatically be entered as the same numerical ratio by weight.
32. Weight Ratio and Volume Ratio Are Not Necessarily the Same
This is one of the most important points when using a scale for epoxy resin.
Imagine a resin system labeled:
2:1 by volume
That does not necessarily mean:
2:1 by weight
Why?
Because resin and hardener can have different densities.
Equal volumes of two different liquids do not necessarily have equal masses.
Therefore, when measuring with a scale, use the weight ratio specified or approved by the manufacturer for the exact resin system.
Never simply convert a volume ratio into the identical numerical weight ratio unless the manufacturer confirms that it is appropriate.
33. The Scale Does Not Determine Your Mixing Ratio
A scale only measures mass.
It does not know:
- Which epoxy system you're using
- Whether the ratio is by weight or volume
- How much hardener the manufacturer requires
- Your maximum batch size
- Your pot life
- Your recommended pour depth
Get the correct ratio from:
- Product instructions
- Product label
- Technical data sheet
- Manufacturer documentation
- Official manufacturer calculator
Then use the scale to reproduce the specified weight-based measurement when appropriate.
34. Best Scale for Resin Jewelry
For resin jewelry, consider approximately:
500g–1kg x 0.1g
This can work well for:
- Earrings
- Pendants
- Rings
- Charms
- Small molds
If pigment quantities become extremely small, consider adding a:
100–500g x 0.01g
precision scale.
This gives you one scale for the main batch and another for very small colorant measurements.
35. Best Scale for Resin Coasters
For coaster work, a useful starting range is:
1–2kg x 0.1g
The additional capacity accommodates the mixing cup and enough material for multiple pours.
If you make large coaster batches at once, calculate the complete load before choosing capacity.
36. Best Scale for Resin Tumblers
For tumbler projects, consider approximately:
1–2kg x 0.1g
Again, choose based on the largest quantity you actually mix at one time—not the total amount of resin stored in your workshop.
37. Best Scale for Resin Molds
For small and medium molds:
2–3kg x 0.1g
can provide a useful working range.
For substantially larger molds, consider:
5kg+
depending on the complete batch and container weight.
38. Best Scale for Pigments and Mica Powder
Pigments may require much finer measurement than the main resin batch.
For controlled pigment development, consider:
100–500g x 0.01g
This can make it easier to document:
- Resin mass
- Pigment mass
- Pigment percentage
- Additional colorants
- Final formula
Recording these measurements can make successful colors much easier to reproduce.
39. Best Scale for Larger Resin Projects
For larger molds, tabletop work, or casting projects, capacity becomes increasingly important.
Consider:
5kg or more
when required by your complete batch.
But don't select a scale solely because it has a high maximum capacity.
Check:
- Readability
- Platform dimensions
- Display visibility
- Calibration
- Container support
- Minimum load
- Stability
A high-capacity scale can still be poorly suited to small measurements.
40. Leave Capacity Headroom
Avoid routinely operating immediately below a scale's maximum capacity.
Suppose your typical complete load is:
1,900g
A 2kg scale technically provides enough nominal capacity, but there is very little room for:
- A heavier cup
- Extra pigment
- An accidental overpour
- A slightly larger batch
- Future projects
A higher-capacity model may be a better long-term choice.
Choose for your realistic maximum—not only today's minimum requirement.
41. Record Your Resin Formulas
A digital scale becomes much more useful when measurements are documented.
For repeatable resin projects, consider recording:
- Resin brand/system
- Part A mass
- Part B mass
- Weight ratio
- Pigment
- Pigment mass
- Additional additives
- Total batch mass
- Project type
- Temperature
- Cure observations
Over time, this creates a useful record of successful formulations.
Instead of trying to remember “about how much blue pigment” produced the right shade, you can reproduce the measured formula.
42. Common Mistakes When Choosing a Resin Scale
Choosing by decimal places alone
More decimals do not automatically make a scale better.
Choosing by capacity alone
A huge scale may be too coarse for small craft batches.
Forgetting container weight
The mixing cup counts toward total capacity.
Assuming tare restores capacity
It doesn't.
Buying too little headroom
A scale should comfortably support your normal complete load.
Ignoring platform size
The container must be properly supported.
Blocking the display
Large containers can make a scale frustrating to use.
Assuming readability equals accuracy
A 0.01g display does not automatically establish ±0.01g accuracy.
Assuming a volume ratio equals the same weight ratio
Always check the resin manufacturer's instructions.
Buying 0.001g when you don't need it
Extreme readability can introduce unnecessary environmental sensitivity.
Ignoring calibration requirements
Know how the model should be checked and calibrated.
Using the scale on a flexible surface
Use a hard, stable work surface.
Resin Scale Buying Checklist
Before buying a digital scale for resin, ask yourself:
- What resin projects do I make most often?
- What is my smallest normal batch?
- What is my largest normal batch?
- How much does my mixing container weigh?
- What is my maximum complete load?
- How much capacity headroom do I want?
- Is 500g sufficient?
- Would 1kg be more practical?
- Do I need approximately 2kg?
- Do my projects require 3–5kg or more?
- Is 1g readability sufficient?
- Would 0.1g be better?
- Do I regularly measure pigments below 1g?
- Would 0.01g help?
- Do I genuinely need 0.001g?
- What accuracy does the manufacturer specify?
- What is the usable minimum load?
- Is repeatability appropriate for my application?
- Does the scale have tare?
- Does it measure in grams?
- Is the platform large enough?
- Will my container block the display?
- Can the scale be calibrated?
- What calibration weight does it require?
- Is the calibration weight included?
- Is the display backlit?
- Is the scale easy to clean?
- Can I protect it from spills?
- Does the auto-off behavior fit my workflow?
- Would two scales work better than one?
Frequently Asked Questions
What scale should I use for resin?
For many general resin craft projects, 2kg x 0.1g is a useful starting specification. Smaller jewelry work may need only 500g–1kg, while large molds and casting projects may require 5kg or more.
Is a 0.1g scale good for resin?
For many craft-scale resin and hardener batches, 0.1g readability provides a useful balance between measurement detail and practical capacity.
Is 0.01g better for resin?
It is better when hundredth-of-a-gram increments are genuinely useful, such as tiny pigment measurements, small jewelry batches, and formula development.
It isn't automatically better for every resin project.
Do I need a 0.001g scale for resin?
Usually not for ordinary resin crafting. Milligram readability is generally useful only when your actual ingredients and quantities require that level of measurement.
Is a 500g scale enough for resin?
Yes, for many small jewelry projects, pigment tests, tiny molds, and small repair batches.
Remember that the mixing container also counts toward the 500g capacity.
Is a 1kg scale enough for resin?
A 1kg scale can work well for jewelry, coasters, small molds, and other small craft projects.
Is a 2kg scale good for resin?
Yes. A 2kg x 0.1g model can be a versatile choice for many hobby and craft resin applications.
The AWS SC-2KG is one example specifically listed by American Weigh Scales for use with resin materials.
When do I need a 5kg scale?
Consider 5kg or more when large molds, tabletop projects, heavy containers, or larger casting batches approach the limits of a 2–3kg scale.
Does tare increase a scale's capacity?
No.
Tare resets the displayed weight to zero, but the container remains physically supported by the load cell and therefore continues to count toward maximum capacity.
Can I measure epoxy resin by weight?
Yes, when the manufacturer provides or approves a weight-based mixing ratio for the specific product.
Use that exact weight ratio.
Is a 2:1 volume ratio also 2:1 by weight?
Not necessarily.
Resin and hardener may have different densities, which means the numerical weight ratio can differ from the volume ratio.
Always follow the manufacturer's product-specific instructions.
Should I calibrate a resin scale?
Follow the scale manufacturer's calibration and performance-check recommendations.
If calibration is required, use the specified reference weight and procedure.
Why does my resin scale keep changing?
Possible causes include:
- Drafts
- Vibration
- Weak batteries
- Unstable surfaces
- Temperature changes
- Static
- Off-center loading
- Overload
- Calibration problems
Fine-resolution scales are especially sensitive to their environment.
Should I buy one resin scale or two?
If you make both large resin batches and very small pigment measurements, two scales can be more practical.
For example:
2–5kg x 0.1g for resin and hardener
plus
100–500g x 0.01g for pigments and small additives.
Final Verdict: How to Choose a Scale for Resin
The best way to choose a scale for resin is to start with your actual measurement range, not the number of decimal places advertised on the box.
First, calculate your maximum complete load:
Mixing container + resin + hardener + pigments + additives
Then choose enough capacity to support that load with comfortable headroom.
For many resin makers, a strong starting range is:
2–5kg capacity x 0.1g readability
This range can work well for general resin crafting, coasters, tumblers, molds, artwork, and medium-sized batches.
For small jewelry projects, consider:
500g–1kg x 0.1g
For pigments, colorants, and very small formulation work, consider a separate:
100–500g x 0.01g
precision scale.
American Weigh Scales' SC-2KG Precision Digital Pocket Scale is particularly relevant to general resin crafting because it provides 2000g x 0.1g capacity/readability, a 4 x 4-inch stainless-steel weighing surface, backlit LCD and linear calibration, and AWS specifically identifies resin materials among its hobby uses.
Whichever scale you choose, don't confuse readability with accuracy, don't forget the weight of your container, and remember that tare does not increase the scale's physical capacity.
Most importantly, a precision scale cannot correct an incorrect resin formula.
When mixing by weight, always use the manufacturer-specified weight ratio for the exact resin system rather than assuming its volume ratio uses the same numerical proportions.
Choose the scale for the batch, use it on a hard and stable surface, protect it from uncured resin, calibrate it according to its instructions, and document successful measurements.
The right scale doesn't need the most capacity or the most decimal places.
It needs the right capacity and readability for the resin work you actually do.