Description
The Health o meter 553KL is a digital pediatric tray scale with an extra-wide tray for newborns, infants and toddlers, featuring one-button operation and flexible battery or AC power. It weighs up to 44 lb / 20 kg in 0.5 oz / 10 g increments and includes a measuring tape. Available lb/kg or kg-only, with optional mechanical BabyHR or digital eBabyHR height rod and optional 2210CART mobile cart.
Features
- Extra-wide tray keeps baby safely on the scale
- One-button operation
- Motion detection for accurate weights on moving infants
- Measuring tape included (0-24" / 0-58 cm)
- Everlock permanent weight-unit lock
- Optional Pelstar wireless EMR connectivity
- Battery powered (6 AA included) with optional ADPT31 AC adapter
- Configurable with mechanical (BabyHR) or digital (eBabyHR) height rod and rolling cart
Available Part Numbers
| Part # | Units | Height Rod | Cart |
|---|---|---|---|
| 553KL | lb/kg | None | No Cart |
| 553KL-HR | lb/kg | Mechanical BabyHR | No Cart |
| 553KL-EHR | lb/kg | Digital eBabyHR | No Cart |
| 553KLCT | lb/kg | None | With Cart |
| 553KLCT-HR | lb/kg | Mechanical BabyHR | With Cart |
| 553KLCT-EHR | lb/kg | Digital eBabyHR | With Cart |
| 553KG | kg only | None | No Cart |
| 553KG-HR | kg only | Mechanical BabyHR | No Cart |
| 553KG-EHR | kg only | Digital eBabyHR | No Cart |
| 553KGCT-HR | kg only | Mechanical BabyHR | With Cart |
| 553KGCT-EHR | kg only | Digital eBabyHR | With Cart |
Specifications
| Capacity | 44 lb / 20 kg |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 0.5 oz / 10 g |
| Tray size | 24-7/8" x 13" x 1-3/8" (632 x 330 x 35 mm) |
| Product footprint | 24-7/8" x 16-1/2" x 3-7/8" (632 x 419 x 98 mm) |
| Product weight | 10 lb / 5 kg |
| Display | 1" (25 mm) LCD |
| Power | 6 AA batteries (included); optional ADPT31 adapter |
| Warranty | 2-year limited |
What's Included
- Scale
- 6 AA batteries
- Measuring tape
- Height rod and mounting kit on -HR/-EHR models; cart on CT models
Extended Warranty
Add Health o meter ScaleSurance to extend coverage by two years; see the ScaleSurance Extended Warranty listing for the matching part number.
Genuine Health o meter Professional product, sold by The Hospital Equipment Company.



