scale-code

USB ID: 1446:6a73

A CLI utility in Go to read weight data from a Stamps.com USB postal scale via HID.

Originally developed to revive old electronics gifted by a family member. This project documents the quirks, bias, and calibration of the device for others interested in low-cost hardware reuse.

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Usage

go build -o scale-code
sudo ./scale-code

The program continuously polls the scale and displays the weight in ounces, rounded to the nearest 0.1 oz.

You must run it as root (sudo) or use a proper udev rule to grant access to /dev/hidraw devices.

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Calibration

Observed Bias:

W  = Stamps.com scale
WT = Taylor digital scale (Walmart, new)

Test object: consistent, arbitrary small item

W1: 1.9
W2: 1.9
W3: 2.0

WT1: 2.0
WT2: 2.0
WT3: 2.0

Adjustment:

A linear correction factor of 0.952 is applied to compensate for the 0.1 oz low bias, yielding more accurate readings.

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License

MIT License © firebadnofire 2025

FOSS, for the preservation of still-functional hardware and the freedom to study it.