Marsden M-200 High Capacity Chair Scale, Class III Approved, Wide Seat Design, Ideal for Plus Size Patients
- Class III Approved, 250kg or 300kg capacity, 50g precision below 150kg and 100g above, meeting NAWI Directive requirements for clinical monitoring, with the 300kg option supporting the full range of plus-size patients in NHS bariatric and CQC-regulated care settings.
- Extra-wide seat and one-piece moulded design provide maximum comfort and structural stability for plus-size patients, with hinged armrests and footrests enabling easy, dignity-preserving patient transfer without carer assistance in most cases.
- 80-hour rechargeable battery with four castors and two brakes supports ward-to-ward mobility and secure positioning during weighing, with one-person manoeuvring across clinical areas and care home environments.
- Full numeric keypad for BMI calculation and Hold function for stable weight capture, supporting NICE obesity pathway documentation, CQC nutritional assessment records and body-weight-based drug dosing calculations.
Marsden M-200: Class III Approved High-Capacity Chair Scale for Plus-Size and Bariatric Patients
The Marsden M-200 is Marsden's highest-capacity chair scale, designed specifically for weighing plus-size and bariatric patients who require a wider seat and greater structural capacity than standard chair scales provide. Available in 250kg and 300kg variants, the M-200 is specified by NHS bariatric services, care homes managing high-BMI residents and weight management clinics where patient size, comfort and dignity during weighing are primary clinical considerations.
The extra-wide one-piece moulded seat and 80-hour rechargeable battery power make the M-200 a practical daily-use solution for high-BMI patient care environments, with the same clinical accuracy as the M-210 in a higher-capacity, wider-access configuration.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Capacity Options | 250kg or 300kg |
| Graduations | 50g below 150kg, 100g above 150kg |
| Approval | Class III Approved (NAWI Directive) |
| Seat Design | Extra-wide, one-piece moulded |
| Battery Life | 80 hours continuous (rechargeable) |
| Mobility | Four castors, two with brakes |
| Key Functions | BMI calculation, Hold, Tare |
Regulatory and Clinical Compliance
Class III approval under the NAWI Directive confirms the M-200 is authorised for patient monitoring, diagnosis and treatment in NHS and regulated settings. The 300kg capacity variant is designed to cover the full practical range required by NHS bariatric pathways, where accurate weight is needed for NICE obesity pathway documentation, surgical pre-assessment and body-weight-based medication dosing. CQC Regulation 14 (Meeting Nutritional and Hydration Needs) requires that care homes have the means to accurately weigh all residents, including those whose weight exceeds the capacity of standard chair scales, making the M-200 a compliance-relevant specification for settings with high-BMI residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the practical difference between the 250kg and 300kg capacity options of the M-200?
The 300kg option provides an additional 50kg of clinical headroom and a wider effective capacity range for bariatric patients. Both options share the same frame, seat dimensions and clinical functions. The 300kg variant is recommended for NHS bariatric services, care homes with a significant proportion of high-BMI residents, and any setting where patients may be expected to exceed 250kg. The 250kg model is sufficient for most general ward and care home environments where bariatric patients are occasional rather than routine.
Is the M-200 seat wide enough for bariatric patients who cannot fit standard chair scales?
Yes. The M-200's extra-wide seat is significantly larger than the standard M-210 seat and is specifically designed to accommodate plus-size patients comfortably. The one-piece moulded construction also eliminates structural weak points found in multi-component seats, maintaining integrity under the lateral and vertical loading that can occur when assisting larger patients into and out of the chair. Hinged armrests and footrests fold away to create maximum access width during patient transfer.
Part of our Class III approved Medical Scales and Measuring range. Medical chair scales enable safe, accurate weighing for patients with limited mobility in care homes and NHS settings.
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- Class III Approved, 250kg or 300kg capacity, 50g precision below 150kg and 100g above, meeting NAWI Directive requirements for clinical monitoring, with the 300kg option supporting the full range of plus-size patients in NHS bariatric and CQC-regulated care settings.
- Extra-wide seat and one-piece moulded design provide maximum comfort and structural stability for plus-size patients, with hinged armrests and footrests enabling easy, dignity-preserving patient transfer without carer assistance in most cases.
- 80-hour rechargeable battery with four castors and two brakes supports ward-to-ward mobility and secure positioning during weighing, with one-person manoeuvring across clinical areas and care home environments.
- Full numeric keypad for BMI calculation and Hold function for stable weight capture, supporting NICE obesity pathway documentation, CQC nutritional assessment records and body-weight-based drug dosing calculations.