Can it be used to measure the internal temp. of meat etc?
877231
I don't think so, because this unit is not designed for that purpose, in my case I need to measure surface only.
877232
No. It only measures surface temps.On a side note, my unit broke within an hour of delivery. I would not recommend this product.
877233
No. It only measures surface temps. On a side note, my unit broke within an hour of delivery. I would not recommend this product.
877234
Only if you slice open the meat so that the infrared thermometer has a clear shot at the target. It will not, however, measure any temperature below the surface of the meat. For meat, I use a thermocouple with a rigid, pointed type K temperature probe.
877235
I am not the designer or engineer of this temperature gun but I do believe this is for measuring surface temp. and would not be accurate for measuring internal temps.
877236
Not without cutting into the meat. The beam only measures what it comes in contact with measuring the surface temperature although cutting down onto the meat exposes a new surface. Also, the surface conditions of any object affects the reflected light and the reading by a few degrees. Experiment with it, boil water (212 F) Measure the water then & put a flat black and a shinny object in the water until they've stabalized and measure again.
877237
No, it can only be used for surface temperature. There is no probe to check internal temp.
1916146
I have used this unit in an oven grill etc-I think it would easily measure temp in most any atmosphere-The only thing is the braided line on this unit cannot be in direct contact with the heating element of whatever you are cooking with-I would recommend looking this units manual up online for a more reliable answer-All said though we have been very impressed with this unit-Well made professional grade-
1816415
Bob, I wouldn't. For food safety, I would use a Thermapen to insert into the thickest part of the chicken (and test it several places) to get precise internal temperature. The Maverick Laser Surface Thermometer, as the name implies, will only tell you the surface temperature of any object, not the internal temperature. You could cook the chicken at very high heat, cook the outside very fast to a high temperature, use the laser thermometer and get a 200 degree reading, and still have raw chicken meat on the inside. I have one of these and love it. I use it frequently in the kitchen and elsewhere to quickly check surface temperatures. In kitchen, use it to check how hot your frying pan is. Learn how hot your Teflon gets at various burner settings so you won't ruin your pans. Use it to balance your heating/cooling system vents throughout your house. Lots of uses. But checking internal temperature of meats is definitely NOT a legitimate, nor safe, use. Stick to a probe-type thermometer for that, the Thermapen being the undisputed champion in that regard.
985005
I can't answer that question as I haven't used this thermometer in that fashion. I have used it to continously monitor meat temp in the thickest part of the meat. I did not move it around.
1317241
I'm not an authority on this, but I suppose you could use it to measure the temperature of any substance, but you don't want to leave the thermometer in the water. If you are looking for a thermometer to leave in the jacuzzi, this is not for you. Besides, why would you want to use a precision instrument meant for cooking your meat perfectly for any other purpose? Just sayin...
1266852
Their is a hole in the cover of the grill. At that point it measures the inside temperature. I would think if you had a hole or made one it would do the job. It was easy installing it.
1326893
While I have only used this thermometer for the BBQ grill, I suspect it can also be used for indoor oven. It comes with two probes - one for meat and the other for internal temperatue (Grill or oven). I am very pleaed with this product, hope the info helps.
567717
It has a digital readout so it could be used for various foods. It also has preset temps for various meats and how you prefer them such as medium well etc.
1932656
As others have said, it probably will not do what you are probably looking for since it will only provide a surface temperature. However, if you want to know the temperature of a frying pan, or the interior of an oven, or the inside of your freezer, theses are all things the unit can do.
230153
Lake Rat is correct. It can read the surface temp, but not internal temp; therefore, it won't be as accurate. You will need to get a normal thermometer.
1816418
I would suggest that you purchase an actual meat thermometer. This device would only measure the outside temperature and it's the inside meat temperature that matters. If you were to cook the outside to the higher temperature desired the meat will be really dry. I cook a lot of chicken that's why is decided to share on this question. Good luck
1344396
It will measure any surface, indoors or out, although you will need a solid surface. It can't measure the temperature of a barbeque grate.
412521
I think so. This device feels well put together and my 10 year old measures food temps in the fridge and freezer well. Also good for measuring oven temps. Not sure what other uses you have in mind.
240619
Yes I believe it can be used for that, we have. Some meat thermometers have a way to do it from a distance (ie on a string so you can put it in the oven and keep the door shut) this doesn't. It is also different because it can stand on the pot edge and goes high enough for candy use.
639675
Frankly, I wouldn't. I've used this one for many years in the oven and recommend it for that purpose, but it's not 100% accurate and not as sensitive as an alcohol-based glass thermometer for example. For something like cheese-making where a few degrees make a difference, I'd stick with a thermometer with a narrower, but more precise, range.
1123648
Yes, kind of - You would need to open the oven and point it at something inside. It will tell you the surface temperature quickly with pretty good accuracy. It you want to measure the oven air temperature, it's better to use a meat thermometer with the remote probe located inside the oven where the food would be placed.
1645105
I've never actually taken temperature readings, but I feel it does a good job with the burgers and steaks I grill on it. I also use it for salmon patties and it does a super job on those.