Frankford Arsenal Bench Top Powder Measure
The Frankford Arsenal Bench Top Powder Measure ships complete with a bench mounting plate for direct installation on your reloading bench. This is a mechanical powder measure designed for reloaders who want to throw consistent charges quickly — without relying on an electronic dispenser.
Static-free aluminium construction
The body of this powder measure is made entirely from static-free aluminium. This matters more than you might think: static electricity causes powder granules to cling to interior walls in many powder measures, resulting in inconsistent charges. Frankford Arsenal addresses this by using a material that minimises static buildup, allowing powder to flow freely and delivering more consistent charge weights.
Unique hopper geometry prevents bridging
A common issue with powder measures is bridging — where powder clumps together in the hopper and stops flowing into the metering chamber. The Bench Top Powder Measure features a specially designed hopper shape that prevents this. Both fine-grained ball powders and larger extruded powders are guided smoothly through the hopper without jamming.
Micrometer adjustment for precise metering
The micrometer on the powder stem lets you dial in your desired charge weight with precision, from 10 to 100 grains. The fine graduations allow small adjustments without having to re-weigh every charge. This makes the powder measure particularly well suited for loading larger batches where you maintain a fixed charge weight.
Ball bearings for smooth operation
The powder drum rides on ball bearings, providing exceptionally smooth and consistent operation. You will immediately notice the difference compared to budget powder measures where the drum moves roughly or unevenly. The smooth action contributes to more consistent charge weights, as each throw follows the same motion.
Compatible with .22 to .50 calibre
The dispensing nozzle is compatible with most cases from .22 to .50 calibre. This covers a wide range of applications, from small varmint cartridges to larger hunting and long-range calibres. For dedicated handgun reloading, an optional pistol-sized powder drum is available separately.
Specifications
- Brand: Frankford Arsenal
- Type: Bench Top Powder Measure (mechanical)
- Body material: static-free aluminium
- Adjustment: micrometer powder stem
- Metering range: 10 – 100 grains
- Bearings: ball bearings in powder drum
- Compatibility: .22 to .50 calibre
- Mounting: bench mounting plate included
- Hopper design: anti-bridging geometry
- Optional: pistol-sized powder drum available separately
Who is this powder measure for?
The Frankford Arsenal Bench Top Powder Measure is a solid choice if you are looking for a reliable mechanical powder measure without the price tag of a Redding or Harrell's. It performs best with fine-grained and spherical (ball) powders and is ideal for loading medium to large batches of ammunition. Combine it with a digital scale for best results: set the micrometer to your desired charge, verify the first few throws on the scale, then run your batch.
