{"product_id":"broodminder-w5-hive-scale","title":"BroodMinder-W5 hive scale","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: inherit; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBroodMinder-W5 Hive Scale\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBroodMinder-W5\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rugged hive scale designed for accurate weight monitoring in static apiaries where hive levelling can be controlled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt with a strong all-aluminium construction and a temperature-compensated load cell, the W5 helps beekeepers track changes in hive weight over time. This can give useful insight into nectar flow, stores, feeding, winter weight loss, spring build-up and general colony activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe W5 is easy to install and is best suited to hives that remain in place, rather than migratory or palletised setups. For correct balance, a 60 mm wooden bar should be placed under the opposite end of the hive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #d89b27; background-color: #fff8e8; padding: 16px; margin: 20px 0; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eImportant note on subscriptions and support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDonegal Bees supplies BroodMinder hardware in Ireland.\u003c\/strong\u003e BroodMinder app access, MyBroodMinder accounts, subscriptions, cloud services, data storage and technical support are managed directly by BroodMinder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eThe BroodMinder-W5 can be read using the BroodMinder Bees app when you are within Bluetooth range of the scale. Remote or automatic monitoring requires a compatible BroodMinder hub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eHub-based monitoring, alerts, dashboards and advanced features may require a paid BroodMinder subscription. Donegal Bees cannot set up, manage or troubleshoot BroodMinder subscriptions, app accounts, cloud data or connectivity issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #5f7f3b; background-color: #f3f8ed; padding: 16px; margin: 20px 0; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eIs this the right scale for you?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eThe W5 is best suited to \u003cstrong\u003estatic apiaries\u003c\/strong\u003e where the hive is staying in one place and can be levelled correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eFor migratory, commercial or palletised setups, the BroodMinder-W4 may be more suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUseful for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitoring hive weight over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking nectar flow start-up and intensity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatching winter stores and weight loss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupporting feeding decisions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitoring spring build-up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComparing activity across several hives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReducing unnecessary hive disturbance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding weight data to your BroodMinder hive monitoring setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a more complete view of colony conditions, BroodMinder recommends combining hive weight data with an internal monitor such as the BroodMinder-T or BroodMinder-TH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIncluded\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x BroodMinder-W5 hive scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplaceable AA batteries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccess to BroodMinder’s online documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroodMinder app access for basic use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot 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years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eData storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stores weight once per hour for over a year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApp\/platform:\u003c\/strong\u003e BroodMinder Bees app and MyBroodMinder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBasic installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall the BroodMinder Bees app and create your BroodMinder account.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivate the W5 scale and complete your first manual sync.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the W5 scale under one end of the hive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace a 60 mm wooden bar under the opposite end of the hive to keep the hive balanced and level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck that the hive is sitting securely and evenly before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eView and explore your data through the 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