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MSI-4300 Port-A-Weigh Plus Crane Scale
(Contact MSI for application consultation)
- Crane scale unit with six-digit, 1.6 in (40 mm), backlight LCD display
- Top lifting eye or shackle, bottom thrust bearing swivel hook
- 12 volt rechargeable battery and universal 115/230 VAC, 50/60 Hz battery charger (NA plug standard)
- Meets or exceeds OSHA, ANSI, ASME and other safety design standards (5:1 Ultimate Safety Factor)
- NTEP Certified configuration
Options
- D-cell battery option, provides up to 2,000 hours of operation
- Substitute bottom swivel hook with shackle
- Oversized top-lifting eye or shackle
- Oversized bottom hook
- Universal direct power supply; 85 to 265 VAC, 47 to 440 Hz /130 to 300 VDC
- Low headroom top adapter
- Audible setpoint alarm
- Custom top and bottom interfaces
- Crane scale cart
Approvals
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WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm California Proposition 65
A Digital Crane Scale Built to Last
THE ALL-SEASON CRANE SCALE
The Port-A-Weigh Plus is world renowned for safe and reliable use in heavy-duty industrial crane scale applications. No other crane scale compares with the advanced features and benefits provided by the MSI-4300.
Port-A-Weigh Plus includes an extra large 1.6 inch (40mm) alphanumeric LCD display with adjustable backlighting providing user-friendly visibility from a distance in day or night conditions. Full digital calibration and self-diagnostic circuitry ensure simple and cost effective maintenance over a long and useful product life. All electronics are securely shock mounted in a robust NEMA Type 4/IP66 enclosure including dual O-ring sealing gaskets to ensure watertight integrity in washdown and marine applications.
The Port-A-Weigh Plus is the ideal crane scale for all heavy-duty applications in nearly any industrial environment.
MSI-4300 Port-A-Weigh Plus Crane Scale Specifications
Accuracy: Top Lifting Eye, Shackle & Hook: |
Functions: Displayable Units: Power: |
Operating Time: 300 hours with typical use Operating Temperature: 5° F to 122° F (-15 °C to 50 °C) Legal for Trade: 14 °F to 104 °F (-10 ºC to 40 °C) Filtering: OFF, LO, Medium and HI selectable Warranty: One-year limited Approvals: NTEP CC 92-176: 5,000 lb (2,500 kg) Measurement Canada AM-4984 |
Resources / Downloads
Articles
Title | View | Category | Type | |
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6 Steps to Create an Integrated Crane Weighing System | View | MSI Crane Scales | Articles | |
Likeliest Catch | View | Overhead Weighing Systems | Application Story | |
When to Use a Dynamometer to Measure Tension | MSI Crane Scales|Tension Dynamometers | Articles | ||
Which Crane Scale is the best fit for my Application? | MSI Crane Scales|Overhead Weighing Systems | Articles |
Manuals
Title | Version | Revision | Download | Category | Archived | |
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MSI Crane Scale Safety and Periodic Maintenance Manual | A | Download | MSI Crane Scales | No | ||
MSI-4300 Port-A-Weigh Plus Technical Manual | Download | MSI Crane Scales | No | |||
MSI-9300 and MSI-4300 Crane Scale Cage Kit | Download | MSI Crane Scales | No |
Sales Literature
Title | Collateral Wizard | Request | Download | Category | |
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MSI-4300 Port-A-Weigh Plus | Request | Download | MSI Crane Scales | ||
MSI Overhead Weighing Product Guide | Request | Download | MSI Crane Scales | ||
The Overhead Weighing Solutions Buyer's Guide | Request | Download | Systems Integration/Load Cells|Tension Dynamometers|MSI Software|MSI Aircraft Load Monitoring|MSI Crane Scales|Overhead Weighing Systems | ||
MSI Crane Scale Family Comparison | Download | MSI Crane Scales | |||
MSI Crane Scale Installation Tips | Download | MSI Crane Scales | |||
Why Buy MSI? | Download | MSI Crane Scales|Overhead Weighing Systems |
Videos / Webinars
Title | View | Download | Category | |
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Ensure Safety with MSI | View | Download | Overhead Weighing Systems|MSI Crane Scales|Systems Integration/Load Cells|Hanging Scales|Weight Indicators|MSI Software|MSI Aircraft Load Monitoring | |
Types of Crane Scales | View | Download | Overhead Weighing Systems |
Ensure Safety with MSI
Types of Crane Scales
Parts
MSI-4300
Part # | Description | List Price | Cart |
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138825 | MSI-4300 500 Lb. Final Assembly. Port-A-Weigh Plus Crane Scale. Standard Features Include: Six-Digit Backlight LCD Display, Crosby or Equivalent Top Lifting Eye and Thrust Bearing Swivel Hook, NEMA 4/IP66, Marine-Grade 356 Alloy And A Double O-Ring Gasket. A Twelve-Volt Rechargeable Battery And Universal Charger Are Also Included. |
List Price: $5,000.00 |
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138826 | MSI-4300 2000 Lb. Final Assembly. Port-A-Weigh Plus Crane Scale. Standard Features Include: Six-Digit Backlight LCD Display, Crosby or Equivalent Top Lifting Eye and Thrust Bearing Swivel Hook, NEMA 4/IP66, Marine-Grade 356 Alloy And A Double O-Ring Gasket. A Twelve-Volt Rechargeable Battery And Universal Charger Are Also Included. |
List Price: $5,000.00 |
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138827 | MSI-4300 5000 Lb. Final Assembly. Port-A-Weigh Plus Crane Scale. Standard Features Include: Six-Digit Backlight LCD Display, Crosby or Equivalent Top Lifting Eye and Thrust Bearing Swivel Hook, NEMA 4/IP66, Marine-Grade 356 Alloy And A Double O-Ring Gasket. A Twelve-Volt Rechargeable Battery And Universal Charger Are Also Included. |
List Price: $5,125.00 |
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138828 | MSI-4300 10000 Lb. Final Assembly. Port-A-Weigh Plus Crane Scale. Standard Features Include: Six-Digit Backlight LCD Display, Crosby or Equivalent Top Lifting Eye and Thrust Bearing Swivel Hook, NEMA 4/IP66, Marine-Grade 356 Alloy And A Double O-Ring Gasket. A Twelve-Volt Rechargeable Battery And Universal Charger Are Also Included. |
List Price: $5,375.00 |
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138069 | MSI-4300 20000 Lb Final Assembly. Port-A-Weigh Plus Crane Scale. Standard Features Include: Six-Digit Backlight LCD Display, Crosby or Equivalent Top Lifting Eye and Thrust Bearing Swivel Hook, NEMA 4/IP66, Marine-Grade 356 Alloy And A Double O-Ring Gasket. A Twelve-Volt Rechargeable Battery And Universal Charger Are Also Included. |
List Price: $6,700.00 |
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138070 | MSI-4300 30000 Lb Final Assembly. Port-A-Weigh Plus Crane Scale. Standard Features Include: Six-Digit Backlight LCD Display, Crosby or Equivalent Top Lifting Eye and Thrust Bearing Swivel Hook, NEMA 4/IP66, Marine-Grade 356 Alloy And A Double O-Ring Gasket. A Twelve-Volt Rechargeable Battery And Universal Charger Are Also Included. |
List Price: $7,050.00 |
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138071 | MSI-4300 50000 Lb Final Assembly. Port-A-Weigh Plus Crane Scale. Standard Features Include: Six-Digit Backlight LCD Display, Crosby or Equivalent Top Lifting Eye and Thrust Bearing Swivel Hook, NEMA 4/IP66, Marine-Grade 356 Alloy And A Double O-Ring Gasket. A Twelve-Volt Rechargeable Battery And Universal Charger Are Also Included. |
List Price: $9,875.00 |
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138072 | MSI-4300 70000 Lb Final Assembly. Port-A-Weigh Plus Crane Scale. Standard Features Include: Six-Digit Backlight LCD Display, Crosby or Equivalent Top Lifting Eye and Thrust Bearing Swivel Hook, NEMA 4/IP66, Marine-Grade 356 Alloy And A Double O-Ring Gasket. A Twelve-Volt Rechargeable Battery And Universal Charger Are Also Included. |
List Price: $12,175.00 |
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138073 | MSI-4300 100000 Lb Final Assembly. Port-A-Weigh Plus Crane Scale. Standard Features Include: Six-Digit Backlight LCD Display, Crosby or Equivalent Top Lifting Eye and Thrust Bearing Swivel Hook, NEMA 4/IP66, Marine-Grade 356 Alloy And A Double O-Ring Gasket. A Twelve-Volt Rechargeable Battery And Universal Charger Are Also Included. |
List Price: $19,950.00 |
Options
Options
Part # | Description | List Price | Cart |
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159221 | MSI CRANE CART |
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Consult | AC power supply |
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Consult | D cell battery option |
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Consult | Audible set point alarm |
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Accessories
4300 Sub Hook with Shackle
4300 Oversize Lifting Eye/Shackle
Replacement Parts
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