Page Contents:
-Multi Purpose Digital Thermometers
-Pocket Thermometers
-Digital Meat Fork Thermometer
-Meat Thermometers
-Reusable Color Changing Thermometers
-Reusable Pop-Up® Thermometer
-Chocolate Thermometer
-Candy, Jelly & Deep Fry Thermometers
-Dual-Sensor In-Oven
-Oven Thermometers
-Refrigerator & Freezer Thermometers
-Infrared Surface Thermometers
-Smoker Remote Thermometer
-BBQ Safe Serve Thermometer
-Grill Surface Thermometer
-Frothing Thermometer
-Tea Thermometer & Timer
-Wine Thermometers
-More about Thermometers
-How to Reunite Fluid Column
-Mercury Thermometers Info
-How ro Re-Calibrate
-Safe Cooking Temperature Charts

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Thermometers

We recommend that you regularly check the accuracy of bi-therm and spring thermometers.

To prevent accidental illness, always cook food to the proper temperature before serving.
♦ USDA Safe-Cooking Temperature Chart

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	Maverick Remote-Check Wireless Thermometer & Timer $59.99 #7171	Transmitter and receiver sets, Can transmit up to 100 feet distance, 2 sensor probes to monitor 2 different foods, Monitors both time and temperature, Registers temperature from 14F to 410F, Beeps when ready, Batteries included Model ET-7 China 90 day limited warranty Manual
	Polder Pre-Programmed Cooking Thermometer With Probe, Model 307 $29.99 #21277	4.5" long, 3" wide, 43" long detachable probe, Magnetic back, Tilts for countertop use, Select type of meat, degree of doneness desired, or preset alarm temperature, 1 minute alarm sounds when temperature is reached, Power on/off switch, Includes probe & battery, China 1 year warranty Manual
	Polder Replacement Thermometer Probe for Model 307 $9.99 #3457	43" long high-heat probe wire, Fits only Polder Model 307, Made in China
	Polder Dual-Sensor Thermometer/Timer $29.99 #8588	3.5" long, 2.5" wide, 38" long detachable probe, Dual sensing probe measures the temperature of the food and oven at the same time. Actual temperature range: 32°F to 572°F. Pre-settable alarm temperature range from 86°F to 572°F. 9 hrs., 59 min, 59 sec. count down, count-up (stop watch) and overtime count-up features. USDA internal temperature cooking chart included. Requires one AAA battery (included). China 1 year warranty Model 894-90 Manual
	CDN Digital Probe Cooking Thermometer, Model DTP392 $17.99 #21299	32 to 392°F, 3-1/4" wide, 2-1/4" high, 6-1/2" long stainless probe, 36" long cable, Detachable magnetic holder and folding stand, Alarm sounds and lights flash when done, Temperature guide and instructions included, AAA battery included, 5 year limited warranty China Manual
	CDN 2-in-1 Probe Thermometer Model 2P212 $29.99 #8608	7" long when folded, 32-212°F temperature range, 5" long flip-down probe for readings in about 10 seconds, 6" long probe with 39" cable for oven and barbecue use, Pre-programmed and programmable settings, Instant read-out, Distinct alert sounds, Backlit display, On/off button, Sliding mode switches, Stainless steel probes, ABS plastic case, Uses 2 AAA batteries, included, 5 year limited warranty, Made in China Manual

	CDN Pro Accurate® Quick Tip™ DTQ450 Digital Thermometer $18.99 #8861	Instrument Range: -40 to +450°F/-40 to +230°C Readings in 6-8 seconds NSF® approved 5"/12.7 cm stem Waterproof; shatterproof ± 1/2° accuracy For thin cuts of meat, fish or poultry Data-hold Big digit Can be recalibrated Selfset™ calibration On/off switch and auto-off Temperature guide on sheath Sheath can be used as handle extension Pocket clip 1.5V Button IEC LR44 Alkaline included 5 year limited warranty China Manual
	CDN Pro Accurate® Quick Tip™ Q2-450 Pocket Thermometer #8717 Discontinued; Updated model available in June	-40 to 450°F, 6-8 seconds read time, 6-3/4" long, 7" long with case, Data hold, Waterproof and shatterproof +/-1/2°F accuracy, Food-safe ABS plastic with stainless steel stem, NSF approved, Can be recalibrated, On/off switch, auto-off after 10 minutes, Sheath can be used as handle extension, Pocket clip and rope, Temperature guide on sheath, LR44 battery and instructions included, 5 year limited warranty, Perfect for thin cuts of meat, fish or poultry China Manual
	Comark Instant Read 1" Pocket Thermometer $6.99 #8373	0-220°F, 5" probe, Pocket case, Stainless, 1 year warranty, Made in China

CDN Barbecue Fork Thermometer $12.99 #12022

11" long, 3" long tines, 32° to 212°F (0°-100°C), 10-second read time, Good for thin cuts of meat, fish & poultry, 1-button operation, ABS plastic sure-grip handle, 1/8" thick stainless steel tines hold 8 lbs, Loop for hanging, Temperature guide on handle, AAA battery included, 5 year limited warranty China Manual

	Taylor Roast & Yeast Sheathed Bulb Thermometer $9.99 #8593	105-185°F, 3.5" probe, Stainless Lifetime warranty
	Taylor TruTemp Meat Thermometer $3.99 #9664	130-190F, 2" diameter dial head, 4-1/2" long stainless steel probe, Temperature minder indicator knob, Safe temperature roasting guide, 1 year limited warranty China

	Reusable Color Changing Thermometer for Beef $5.99 #6471	Shows Rare, Medium or Well Done in 3-5 seconds 7" long, 1" long tip, Washing by hand recommended Thermometer made in USA
	Reusable Color Changing Thermometer for Poultry or Pork $5.99 #6475	Shows Almost or Done in 3 seconds 7" long, 1" long tip, Washing by hand recommended Thermometer made in USA
	Reusable Color Changing Thermometer for Fish $5.99 #6472	Shows Almost or Ready in 3-5 seconds 7" long, 1" long tip, Washing by hand recommended Thermometer made in USA

Heuck Reusable Pop-Up® Stainless Steel Turkey & Chicken Timer-Thermometer $4.99 #5240

2-1/2" long overall, 2" long pin, Stainless steel construction, Reusable over 500 times China Pop-Up® is a registered trademark of Volk Enterprises, Inc.

CDN Chocolate Tempering Thermometer Model TCH130 $8.99 #8592

12" long, 40-130°F in 1-degree increments, Durable laboratory glass, Non-mercuric gage, Protective storage case, Tempering instructions included, 5 year limited warranty China Manual

	Comark Confectionary & Deep Fry Bulb Thermometer $10.99 #11407	100-400°F, Adjustable container clip, Stainless, 1 year warranty, Made in China
	CDN Candy & Deep Fry Glass Thermometer Model TCF400 $3.99 #8599	8" long, 750-400°F in 5-degree increments, Durable laboratory glass, Non-mercury column, Color-coded scale for candy, Temperature guide on back for candy and deep fry, Sliding clip adjusts for pots up to 7" deep, Protective storage case, 5 year limited warranty China Manual
	Comark Instant Read Candy, Jelly & Deep Fry Dial Thermometer $6.99 #8765	50-550°F, 1" round dial, 5" long probe, Magnified, Water tight, Pocket case with probe clip, Stainless steel construction, 1 year limited warranty, Made in China
	CDN ProAccurate Candy & All-Purpose Digital Thermometer Special $19.99 WHILE SUPPLIES LAST (Reg $27.99) #9917	12-7/8" long overall, 8-1/4" long probe, 32 to 375°F temperature range, QuickTip 8-second response time, Large dial dual progress display, +/-2F accuracy, Adjustable stainless steel clip, Protective sheath, 7 pre-programmed candy stages with alarm that sounds when temperature stage is reached, Or use as all-purpose thermometer, One-button auto start/off, One AAA battery included, 5 year limited warranty China Manual

Polder Dual Sensor In-Oven Dial Thermometer $11.99 #3446

6" long overall, 4.2" long probe, 3.4" x 2.5" face, 120-200°F meat temp range, 150-550°F oven temp range, USDA temp chart printed on face, Silicone comfort grip heat resistant to 650°F, Dishwasher safe, 12 year limited warranty for home use, Made in China User Manual

	Taylor Oven Bulb Thermometer $13.99 #8591	100-500°F, Hangs or stands, Stainless, Lifetime warranty
	CDN Delayed Response Oven Dial Thermometer Model PAT550 $11.99 #8616	4" long, 1.875" round dial, 150-550°F in 5-degree increments, Stainless steel construction, Removable bracket can be mounted on top or below rack, Completely sealed unit features delayed response, so reading changes slowly when oven door is opened to check reading, Waterproof, 5 year limited warranty China Manual
	Oxo GoodGrips Dial Oven Thermometer $11.99 #1901	200-550°F (100-300°C) markings, 2-7/8" diameter, Adjustable clip for hanging in any position, Clips securely above or below oven rack, Frosted glass lets oven light shine through for easy reading China
	CDN High Heat Oven Thermometer Model POT750 $6.99 #8379	100°F to 750°F, 25° graduations, Ovenproof, Durable laboratory glass lens, Stainless steel housing, 2-way mounting: hang or stand, 5 year limited warranty, Made in China
	Comark Oven Dial Thermometer $6.39 #8374	200-550°F, Hangs or stands, Stainless, 1 year warranty, Made in China
Same item may arrive in black marked BBQ Oven Thermometer	Maverick OT-3 Oven-Chek Digital Oven Thermometer $24.99 #120964	Detachable probe with 45" long wire, Mounting bracket attaches probe to oven rack, Large LCD display, Magnet on back, Detachable stand doubles as a hanging bracket, Alert sounds when oven gets too hot or not hot enough, Calculates average temp and updates it every 10 seconds, 20-hour count-up or count-down timer, For standard oven use only, 1 year limited warranty China Manual

	Comark Refrigerator & Freezer Bulb Thermometer $4.99 #8375	-40-80°F, Magnified, Hangs or stands, Stainless, 1 year warranty, Made in China
	Maverick ColdChek Digital Refrigerator & Freezer Thermometer $29.99 #7217	2-5/8" high, 1-7/8" wide, 1-1/2" thick, Attaches to inside refrigerator wall, with probe wire to freezer, Instant temperature readings, Last 7-days average readings, Green & red LED's alert you to right or wrong temperatures, 2 AAA batteries included, 90 day limited warranty, Model RF-02 China Instructions (JPG 229KB)
	CDN Stick'm Ups Thermometer Model AT120 $2.99 each #8621	2" diameter, -40°F to 120°F, 5° graduations, Shatterproof polycarbonate lens, 2-way mounting, magnet or adhesive, 5 year limited warranty, Made in China Use for the refrigerator, freezer, and indoor and outdoor ambient temperature. Assorted colors: black, red, white.

	CDN Infrared Thermometer $39.99 #8411	3-1/8" long, 1-1/2" wide, 5/8" thick, Instrument Range: -67 to +428°F/-55 to +220°C Shatterproof ± 1.1°F/0.6°C accuracy For non-contact surface temperatures 1-second response Maximum, minimum and lock for continuous scanning Distance:Spot = 1:1 Data-hold One-button operation Battery status indication Food-safe ABS plastic Auto-off Pouch included Rope mount 3V Button IEC CR2032 Lithium included China Manual
	BonJour Laser Probe Combo Thermometer $89.99 #122137	7" long with probe folded, 1-1/2" wide, 3-3/4" long stainless steel probe, -76 to +932°F infrared scan range, -67 to 626°F probe scan range, Response time of 1 second, LCD display, Trigger action, Visible laser beam helps targeting, Probe folds onto side of handle, Includes 2 AAA batteries, Powers down automatically after 12 minutes, Surface and internal temperature guides printed on unit, Limited warranty China Manual (927KB)

Maverick RediChek Remote Smoker Thermometer, Model ET-73 $59.99 #9931

Monitors both smoking chamber and meat temperatures, 2-1/2" x 4", Wireless remote transmitter and remote receiver, Receiver beeps and flashes when desired meat temperature is reached, Beeps and flashes if smoking chamber temperature falls below programmed range, Count-up and count-down timer, LCD receiver has back light for night use, Receiver has belt clip and built-in stand, Heat resistant food probe wire can be inserted 6" into meat, Separate probe for smoking chamber with grill rack clip, Transmitter has removable wire stand/hanger, Uses 4 AAA batteries, included, Can be used in a grill as well as for the oven, 32-392°F food temp range, 140-410°F max smoker range, 32-392°F min smoker range, 90 day limited warranty China Manual

Polder BBQ Safe Serve™ Instant Read Electronic Thermometer $19.99 #3450

7.25" long body, 10" long probe when extended, 5" probe when folded, LCD screen with back-light button, Includes temperature presets, Safe Serve feature sounds when meat has reached USDA recommended safe tempterature, Probe has 2 locking positions, 1 year limited warranty for home use, Model THM-380, Made in China Manual

CDN Large Grill Surface Thermometer Model GTL700 $6.99 #8597

2-1/2" square, 3/4" thick, Measures 150 to 700°F, Color coded scale, Waterproof, Durable laboratory glass lens, Stainless steel housing, 5 year limited warranty China Use for all cooking surfaces Manual

Comark Instant Read Frothing Dial Thermometer $9.99 #22180

100-200°F, 6" probe, Frothing indicator, Pitcher clip, Pocket case, Stainless, 1 year warranty, Made in China

Taylor Connoisseur Tea Thermometer & Timer $19.99 #22101

5-3/4" long overall, 1-1/2" x 1-7/8" head, Thermometer ranges 16-302°F, Timer counts down from 9 min 59 sec, Preset temperature and steeping times for white, green, black, puerh, oolong, darjeeling, and herbal teas, Manual overrides, Beeps and flashes when water reaches steeping temperature, and again when steeping time is completed, 4 control buttons for different settings, Silicone coated clip, Lithium battery included, 1 year limited warranty China Manual (1.4MB) For use in container where tea is to be steeped. Can also be used in a French Press for coffee.

Taylor Connoisseur Series Digital Wine Thermometer $19.99 #8383

6" long stainless steel stem, 8" long overall, 8-3/4" long in case, -58° to 446°F, 3/8" high dot matrix digits, F & C switchable, Stopper holds thermometer firmly in bottle, Temperature guide on sleeve, CR2032 battery included, Auto shut-off can be disabled, 1 year limited warranty China

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More about thermometers

The most reliable thermometers available today have a "bulb," a glass column that encases alcohol-based or spirit-based material, and is not affected by external conditions. It will give you accurate readings until it breaks. Take care to store these, and all, thermometers, where they cannot be jostled, so that the liquid doesn't separate; hang them upright, if you can.

Dial thermometers generally use either bi-therm metals or a spring. Bi-therm stem thermometers comprise two or more metals that expand at different rates with temperature changes, causing the dial to turn when expansion and contraction occur. Spring thermometers have an actual spring, which similarly expands and contracts, causing the dial to turn. Of the two, bi-therm thermometers are more reliable, and can usually be re-calibrated.

Oven thermometers should be a part of every kitchen. Unless you have your oven recalibrated annually, chances are good that the actual temperature will differ from the oven settings you choose. And that will affect every food you cook in your oven.

Today, the most commonly used general purpose thermometers are called "instant read," because they give you an accurate reading in just a few seconds for digital ones, to about 30 seconds for ones with dials. The probe must be inserted past a marked point, usually about 1" or so, and their accuracy rate is +/-3°F, which is generally acceptable. 

Instant read thermometers need to be adjusted from time to time. Insert the probe in boiling water (212°F at sea level), and adjust (after cooling down to room temperature) accordingly. There's a handy screw under the head for just that purpose on dial thermometers, and many electronic thermometers can also be adjusted.

Use the pocket clip to store the thermometer in your apron or shirt pocket, so it's always within easy reach. And use the the circular hook on the pocket case to insert the probe into, so your hands can stay safely away from hot, splattering foods.

Meat thermometers have a limited temperature range, specifically for the indication of internal temperature of the meat. Attaining the correct temperature is essential to kill off potential pathogens.

Candy, jelly and deep fry are lumped together because of the temperature range required for these foodstuffs. A correct temperature is crucial. Remember good safety habits when dealing with these and other hot foods.

If the fridge or freezer are not maintained at the correct temperatures, spoilage can occur easily. The freezer should be kept between 0 and -10°F, and the fridge between 34 and 40°F.

Position a thermometer's probe away from materials that can affect the temperature reading, but not the temperature of the substance being measured. Like bone, for example, or the side of a pot.

Infrared surface thermometers measure the temperature of a surface. You can easily check the temperature of your fry pan for the optimum time to add food (about 400° F), the food in your fridge or freezer, or even in the supermarket or on the table. The one we offer has a laser sighting, so you'll always aim correctly, and it never touches the surface, so it stays clean. (You can also use it to measure your car engine's temperature, or from windows, walls, heating and air conditioning grills, etc.)

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Instructions for Reuniting Separated Fluid Column
of Non-Mercury Thermometer

(From: http://www.stanford.edu/group/water/nonhg%20fluid%20reuniting.htm)

Heating Method

Heat the thermometers bulb in an upright position away from your face in warm liquid, air, or over a soft flame sufficient to allow the liquid column to rise slowly until the separated portion of the column enters the expansion chamber at the top of the thermometer. Note that over filling the expansion chamber will break the thermometer. Tap the thermometer gently on the surface of a large rubber stopper in an upright position allowing the gas separating within the column to rise above it. Allow the thermometer to cool slowly in an upright position.

Cooling Method

Prepare a solution of shaved ice and salt or CO2 (Dry-Ice) and alcohol. Place the thermometer bulb only in the solution. Keep the thermometer upright. Allow the liquid column to retreat into the bulb, swing the thermometer (Bulb Down) in an arc releasing the entrapped gas, permitting it to escape above the column. Allow the thermometer to warm slowly in an upright position.

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Some additional info about mercury thermometers...

The mercury thermometer was invented by British physician Sir Thomas Allbutt in 1866, and has been the primary method used for taking accurate temperature readings. Health concerns, due to the extreme toxicity of mercury, have prompted governments to ban its sale and use in most countries. Sweden banned it in 1992 and France did it in 1999. Many states in USA have already banned it or are in the process of doing so.

Now in general usage are alternative non-mercury liquid-column thermometers that are spirit-filled (alcohol-based), as microprocessor-based thermometers with digital readouts, and the (less accurate) dial-type bi-therm thermometers with dual-metal sensors in the probe. The non-mercury liquid-column and microprocessor-based thermometers have been tested to be just as accurate for cooking and household uses as the older mercury-filled column thermometers.

A word of caution. Mercury is highly poisonous in minute quantities. If you have any mercury-filled thermometers in your possession, please dispose of them through your local municipality's hazardous waste disposal programs, or contact the Environmental Protection Agency's office in your area. More info at www.epa.gov/grtlakes/bns/mercury/index.html

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Instructions for Re-Calibrating
Many Bi-Therm Dial Thermometers

If your dial thermometer has a nut under the head, then it's quite likely that you can re-calibrate it. (Check the manufacturer's instructions if in doubt.) You can use either the Hot or Cold methods below.

Tools needed: Pliers, sauce pan, water or shaved ice.

Hot Check:
Boil some water and, when it reaches a rolling boil, carefully insert at least 1" of the stem (probe) into the water. (Many thermometers have a little clip on a holder, which the stem fits into, keeping your fingers away from the heat.) In less than 30 seconds you should have a reading. It should read 212°F if you're at sea level. (If you're not at sea level, adjust according to the difference in your area.) If it reads differently, take note of the difference.

Cold Check:
Place shaved ice into a sauce pan or other container, and insert at least 1" of the stem (probe) into the ice. In less than 30 seconds you should have a reading. It should read 32°F. If it reads differently, take note of the difference.

Remove the thermometer and let it return to room temperature.

When the thermometer has reached room temperature again, hold the round head with your fingers, while you turn the nut slightly with a pair of pliers, for the number of degrees that you noted above.

We recommend occasionally and regularly checking the accuracy of thermometers.

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USDA Safe-Cooking Temperature Chart

 
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