Digital Thermometer

[happypanties]

I bought this after seeing some pics from brewers on this site that use similar equipment.

Walmart.com: AcuRite Digital Meat Thermometer with Removable Stand, 00994W: Kitchen & Dining

There is a warning on the package that says not to submit the probe in water. I am doing a test with my stockpot and it appears to be within 2 degrees F of my other two thermometers.

Is this going to be a problem for measuring my mash temperature? Should I ignore the warning? Do other models have the same warning?

 

[Ryush806]

Your main concern would be not getting the top of the probe, where it connects to the chord, under the liquid. I ruined my similar digital thermometer probe that way although you can sometimes find a replacement probe. I wouldn't worry about sticking most of the probe under liquid.

 

[tbel]

I have that exact same one. Actually on the second. Returned the first. Submersing it would definitely be a problem. Even without submersing it, the probe will go bad after just a few uses unless you make an attempt to protect it. If you search the site you'll find instructions on how to do that. The one I have is dead on in an ice slurry and at boil.

 

[tbel]

As for a replacement probe as mentioned above, I wasn't able to find one. If anyone know of a source I'd love to hear it.

 

[tbel]

Here's a link to one of the threads I was talking about for protecting it.

https://www.homebrewtalk.com/f11/remote-probe-thermometer-wort-proofing-26905/

 

[happypanties]

That's awesome thanks guys!

 

[wilserbrewer]

I use this one and have been pleased! The seperate probe is not needed IMHO.

Walmart.com: AcuRite Digital Meat Thermometer, 00641W: Kitchen & Dining

this one works well also but is a bit slower to respond and has a smaller display depending on how good or old your eyes are...

Walmart.com: Outset Instant-Read Digital Thermometer: Kitchen & Dining

Not a bad idea to have a spare either for when you unexpectedly drop it in the mash