Marsden M-545 Portable Floor Scale, Class III Approved, Remote Indicator, BMI & BSA, Lightweight and Hardwearing
- Class III and MDD Approved, 250kg capacity, 100g graduations, meeting NAWI Directive requirements for clinical monitoring and treatment, with a separate remote indicator for discreet weight display in GP surgeries, hospital wards and community health settings.
- BMI and Body Surface Area (BSA) calculation as standard, supporting NICE chemotherapy dosing guidelines, NHS nutritional assessment protocols and CQC care quality monitoring requirements across a range of clinical environments.
- Up to 160 hours from 6xAA batteries or mains power, with integrated carry handle for single-person transport and optional carry case, supporting community nurses, health visitors and mobile clinical teams across NHS primary and community care services.
- Separate indicator with 3cm LCD display and five-button operation provides simple clinical usability without training dependency, making the M-545 the best-selling floor scale choice for NHS community staff and GP surgery procurement programmes.
Marsden M-545: Class III and MDD Approved Best-Selling Floor Scale with Remote Indicator for GP and Community Use
The Marsden M-545 is the best-selling floor scale among NHS community health teams and GP surgeries, combining a discreet remote indicator with BSA calculation, generous battery life and simple five-button operation that requires no specialist training. With 250kg capacity, Class III and MDD dual approval and up to 160 hours from standard AA batteries, the M-545 delivers reliable clinical performance across the full range of primary and community care settings without the cost or complexity of premium connectivity options.
BSA calculation as a standard function, rather than a premium addition, is a key advantage of the M-545 for NHS oncology-adjacent settings where body surface area is regularly required for chemotherapy dose verification.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 250kg |
| Graduations | 100g |
| Approval | Class III and MDD Approved (NAWI Directive) |
| Display | Separate remote indicator, 3cm LCD |
| Battery Life | Up to 160 hours (6 x AA batteries), mains adaptor supplied |
| Key Functions | BMI, BSA, Hold, Tare |
| Portability | Integrated carry handle, optional carry case |
Regulatory and Clinical Compliance
Class III and MDD approval confirm the M-545 meets NAWI Directive precision standards and EU Medical Device Directive requirements for clinical use. BSA calculation supports NHS oncology protocols where body surface area is used to calculate chemotherapy dosing, with the DuBois formula applied automatically from height and weight inputs. The 160-hour battery life using standard 6xAA batteries rather than a rechargeable pack is a practical advantage in community settings where charging facilities during rounds may not be available, and where battery replacement in the field is a straightforward, no-tool operation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the M-545 use AA batteries rather than a rechargeable pack, and is this a limitation?
The 6xAA battery configuration is a deliberate design choice for community and GP surgery use, where a 160-hour battery life means batteries typically only need replacing every few weeks. The advantage over rechargeable packs is that field replacement requires no specialist equipment or access to a charging point: community nurses can carry spare batteries and replace them in seconds if needed during a long day of home visits. This makes the M-545 more operationally reliable in community settings than rechargeable models whose batteries may not be fully charged at the start of a shift.
What does the M-545's BSA function calculate and how is it used?
Body Surface Area (BSA) is the calculated surface area of the human body, derived from height and weight using the DuBois formula. In clinical practice, BSA is used in NHS oncology settings to calculate chemotherapy dosing for many regimens where body surface area is a more accurate proxy for drug distribution than body weight alone. The M-545 calculates and displays BSA automatically when height is entered via the indicator keypad and weight is captured on the platform, with no manual calculation required by clinical staff.
Part of our Class III approved Medical Scales and Measuring range. Medical floor scales provide accurate standing weight measurement for care home residents and NHS patients.
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- Class III and MDD Approved, 250kg capacity, 100g graduations, meeting NAWI Directive requirements for clinical monitoring and treatment, with a separate remote indicator for discreet weight display in GP surgeries, hospital wards and community health settings.
- BMI and Body Surface Area (BSA) calculation as standard, supporting NICE chemotherapy dosing guidelines, NHS nutritional assessment protocols and CQC care quality monitoring requirements across a range of clinical environments.
- Up to 160 hours from 6xAA batteries or mains power, with integrated carry handle for single-person transport and optional carry case, supporting community nurses, health visitors and mobile clinical teams across NHS primary and community care services.
- Separate indicator with 3cm LCD display and five-button operation provides simple clinical usability without training dependency, making the M-545 the best-selling floor scale choice for NHS community staff and GP surgery procurement programmes.