Marsden M-530 Bariatric Floor Scale, Class III Approved, High Capacity, Wide Platform, Ultra-Low Profile
- Class III Approved, 300kg or 500kg capacity with multi-interval graduations, meeting NAWI Directive requirements for NHS bariatric pathway weighing, surgical pre-assessment and obesity pathway documentation in specialist clinical and community environments.
- Ultra-low 50mm profile platform provides the easiest floor-level access available in a Class III bariatric floor scale, minimising the step height for patients with limited lower limb mobility and reducing fall risk during unassisted boarding in bariatric clinical settings.
- Remote indicator for discreet, dignity-preserving weight display, positioned at clinician sight level away from the patient, supporting NICE obesity pathway guidance on sensitive weight disclosure during clinical consultations.
- Optional Bluetooth and TP-2100 printer connectivity for EPR data integration and printed weight records, supporting NHS Digital audit requirements and NICE obesity pathway documentation across bariatric services and weight management clinics.
Marsden M-530: Class III Approved High-Capacity Bariatric Floor Scale for NHS and Specialist Clinical Use
The Marsden M-530 is a specialist bariatric floor scale designed to address the specific clinical and practical challenges of weighing high-BMI patients in NHS bariatric pathways, weight management services and surgical pre-assessment units. Available in 300kg and 500kg capacity options, the M-530 combines Class III accuracy with an ultra-low 50mm platform profile that minimises the step height barrier for patients with limited mobility, and a remote indicator that supports sensitive, dignity-preserving weight disclosure in line with NICE obesity pathway guidance.
The 500kg variant covers the full practical capacity range required by specialist bariatric surgical services where pre-operative weight at high BMI is a routine clinical requirement.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Capacity Options | 300kg or 500kg |
| Graduations | 300kg: 50g below 150kg, 100g above 150kg; 500kg: 100g below 300kg, 200g above 300kg |
| Approval | Class III Approved (NAWI Directive) |
| Platform Profile | Ultra-low, 50mm height |
| Display | Remote indicator for discreet reading |
| Connectivity | Optional Bluetooth, TP-2100 printer |
Regulatory and Clinical Compliance
Class III approval under the NAWI Directive confirms the M-530 is authorised for patient monitoring, diagnosis and treatment in NHS and regulated settings. The 500kg capacity variant directly addresses the NHS England Bariatric Care Pathway requirement for accurate weight measurement at all BMI levels, including those in the super-obese category where standard 300kg floor scales are insufficient. The remote indicator supports NICE Obesity Pathway (CG43) guidance on managing weight disclosure sensitively, and optional EPR connectivity supports NHS Digital requirements for longitudinal bariatric weight monitoring data capture.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is a 500kg capacity option clinically necessary rather than just specifying a 300kg scale?
NHS bariatric surgical pathways include patients whose weight at referral may significantly exceed 300kg, particularly at super-obese BMI levels where body weight can reach 400-500kg. A standard 300kg scale cannot safely or accurately weigh these patients, creating a clinical gap in the pre-operative assessment pathway. The M-530 at 500kg provides the capacity headroom required for the full range of bariatric referrals, ensuring accurate weight capture for anaesthetic risk assessment, surgical planning and post-operative monitoring without requiring separate specialist equipment.
What is the clinical significance of the M-530's 50mm platform profile?
A 50mm platform height is significantly lower than most bariatric floor scales, which commonly range from 70mm to 100mm. For patients with limited lower limb strength, joint pain or balance difficulties, even this difference in step height reduces the fall risk during platform boarding, which is a real clinical and patient safety concern in bariatric outpatient settings. The lower profile also reduces the lateral lean correction required for patients stepping onto the scale, improving the accuracy of the static weight reading captured when the patient is fully settled on the platform.
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- Class III Approved, 300kg or 500kg capacity with multi-interval graduations, meeting NAWI Directive requirements for NHS bariatric pathway weighing, surgical pre-assessment and obesity pathway documentation in specialist clinical and community environments.
- Ultra-low 50mm profile platform provides the easiest floor-level access available in a Class III bariatric floor scale, minimising the step height for patients with limited lower limb mobility and reducing fall risk during unassisted boarding in bariatric clinical settings.
- Remote indicator for discreet, dignity-preserving weight display, positioned at clinician sight level away from the patient, supporting NICE obesity pathway guidance on sensitive weight disclosure during clinical consultations.
- Optional Bluetooth and TP-2100 printer connectivity for EPR data integration and printed weight records, supporting NHS Digital audit requirements and NICE obesity pathway documentation across bariatric services and weight management clinics.