Any tournament director who's worked a weigh-in knows the challenge: a lively fish that won't stay still in the basket. While this shows the catch is healthy, it used to mean long delays getting an accurate weight. That was before modern motion filtering technology changed the game.

Why Traditional Scales Fall Short

Standard scales weren't designed for weighing active objects. They work by taking a simple average of readings, which becomes wildly inaccurate when a fish is thrashing. Imagine trying to find the true weight of something that's constantly moving up and down - that's the challenge tournament scales must overcome.

Enter Dual Harmonic Motion Filtering

Our breakthrough came with the development of dual harmonic filtering technology. First introduced in our H2 model and now enhanced in the CS19, this system can lock onto the true weight of a moving fish in less than 4 seconds - guaranteed. It's not magic, it's advanced mathematics working at 60 measurements per second.

How Motion Filtering Works

The process happens in three rapid stages:

• First, the scale takes multiple readings per second, creating a detailed pattern of the fish's movement
• Next, advanced algorithms filter out the predictable motion patterns that occur when a fish moves in the weigh basket
• Finally, the system locks onto the true weight, displaying it clearly for officials and anglers

Real Impact on Tournament Efficiency

The benefits of accurate motion filtering go far beyond convenience:

• Weigh-ins move 3-4 times faster than with traditional scales
• Less stress on fish due to shorter handling time
• Reduced disputes over weights thanks to consistent, accurate readings
• More professional presentation with quick, confident weight announcements

When Speed Meets Accuracy

Our latest CS19 system takes motion filtering to the next level. The enhanced algorithms can handle even the most active fish while maintaining NTEP legal-for-trade accuracy standards. This means you get both speed and certified precision - no compromises.

Beyond Just Fish Movement

Modern motion filtering technology also handles other real-world challenges:

• Wind effects on the weigh basket
• Water movement in the basket
• Vibrations from nearby activity

The Tournament Director's Perspective

For tournament directors, reliable motion filtering technology means more than just faster weigh-ins. It means confidence in every weight displayed, smoother operations at the scale, and happier anglers who spend less time waiting in line with their catch.

As fishing tournaments continue to grow in both size and prestige, the technology behind the weigh-in becomes increasingly important. Motion filtering isn't just a convenient feature - it's an essential technology that helps maintain the integrity and professionalism of modern tournament fishing.

See It In Action

Want to learn more about our motion filtering technology? Check out our CS19 Tournament Scale or contact us at sales@tournamentscales.com to discuss how we can help improve your tournament weigh-ins.