[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Chargemaster keypad

Posted: 5/31/2017 9:44:39 PM EDT

I think it's 3-4 years old but isn't used much. It's always unplugged when not in use. Anyways the 2 button now results in a 3 most of the time. I've tried unplug re plug as well as taking it off the scale and reconnecting.

I read this has happened to others and they ended up not getting any support from rcbs.

Anybody have any insight? How does the hornady compare if I replace it?

Posted: 6/1/2017 8:53:15 PM EDT

[#1]

That's an expensive machine compared to my basic electronic scale.
YOu should call rcbs and let them tell YOU you're sol.

I got a 50% credit towards a new scale when I called. Iirc, it was a refurbished but so what; it works and is still going.

Posted: 6/2/2017 2:07:09 AM EDT

[#2]

I've read online about this problem with the Chargemaster. The board inside has a lot of "cold solder" joints. I've read of people just reflowing the solder joints and it fixed the problem.

Just searched youtube and found a video.

RCBS Chargemaster 1500 DIY Repair

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LPJrciqXLZo

Posted: 6/2/2017 10:01:22 AM EDT

[#3]

Thanks. I'll give that a whirl.

Posted: 6/2/2017 6:54:00 PM EDT

[#4]

I've worried about this with mine and it's only a few months old, but I've been loading 200-400 rounds a week with it. I would hope RCBS will help you out on getting it fixed or replaced.

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