Weigh Bar® vs. Shear Beam
| Avery Weigh-Tronix Weigh Bars | Shear Beams | |
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| Design Purpose | Specifically designed for farm use | Usually a more generalized design for a variety of industrial applications |
| Accuracy | Individual weigh bar .25% max error and system with multiple weigh bars 1% max error | Variable depending on suitability of application but of generally lower system accuracy than weigh-bar design |
| Strength | Based on inherently strong design with significant overload capacity | Requires higher capacity due to their generally poor ability to withstand shock and side load |