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Area 419

Auto Trickler Self-Centering Tray For A&D Fx Scales

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Billet Aluminum

Replacement platen for A&D FX

Funnels Billet

A small notch

Re-aligns Center

The powder cup handle installed

Compatible Up

To V3 Auto-Trickler units

Not Compatible

V4 Auto-Trickler units

$75.00
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SKU: 100036446

Overview

Designed for use with the Auto Trickler setup on A&D FX series scales, this replacement platen is intended to help keep the powder cup centered during loading. It is a billet aluminum component that works with the billet powder cup and is described as aligning the center of gravity with the load cell. Compatibility is limited to V3 and earlier Auto-Trickler units, and it is not compatible with the V4 Auto-Trickler unit. For serious reloaders who want a more integrated setup, it offers a purpose-built upgrade without changing the scale itself.

Why Hunters Choose the Area 419

Billet Aluminum

Replacement platen for A&D FX

Self-centering Design

Funnels the powder cup into

Re-aligns Center

The load cell for the

Designed As

Requested upgrade for Auto Trickler

Compatible Auto

Auto Trickler up to V3

Key Features

  • Billet aluminum replacement platen for A&D FX series scales in the Auto Trickler setup.
  • Funnels the billet powder cup to center and holds it in place with a small notch.
  • Re-aligns the center of gravity to the load cell with the powder cup handle installed.
  • Compatible up to V3 Auto-Trickler units.
  • Not compatible with V4 Auto-Trickler units.
  • Installs into the Area 419 system.

Best Used For

  • Users running an Auto Trickler setup with A&D FX series scales and compatible V3 units.
  • Reloaders wanting a self-centering tray that keeps the powder cup aligned during use.
  • Shooters replacing the factory platen with a billet aluminum upgrade for their scale setup.
  • Precision handloaders who need a tray designed around the powder cup handle and load cell alignment.

Pros

  • Billet aluminum replacement platen for A&D FX series scales in Auto Trickler setups.
  • Self-centering design funnels the powder cup into a small notch to hold it in place.
  • Re-aligns the center of gravity with the load cell for the powder cup handle.
  • Designed as a requested upgrade for Auto Trickler users.
  • Compatible with Auto Trickler up to V3.

Considerations & Trade-offs

  • Compatible up to V3 only; it is not compatible with the V4 Auto-Trickler unit.
  • Designed specifically for A&D FX series scales in an Auto Trickler setup, so it is not a general-purpose tray.
  • It is a replacement platen for the setup, which means it changes the original scale configuration rather than adding a separate accessory.
  • The product is intended to work with Area 419's Billet Powder Cup, so fit and function are tied to that setup.

Suggested Comparisons

  • Reloading scale accessories
  • Powder trickler accessories
  • Precision reloading setup components

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  • Powder scale accessories
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which Auto Trickler setups is this self-centering tray compatible with?

It is compatible up to V3. It is not compatible with the V4 Auto-Trickler unit.

What does this tray replace on the A&D FX scale setup?

The description says it is a billet aluminum replacement platen for the A&D FX series scales used with the Auto Trickler setup.

What is the main purpose of the self-centering tray?

It is designed to funnel the billet powder cup to the center and hold it in place in a small notch.

Does the product description mention any material details?

Yes. The long description identifies it as a billet aluminum replacement platen.

Who makes this tray?

The manufacturer listed in the product data is Area 419.