Is the probe waterproof or is this compatible with the waterproof thermal probe from the coolerguys website? I want to submerge it in a beverage.
2035745
I do not really know how it will behave in a beverage - being low voltage, it might work well in neutral beverages even if it is not perfectly tight, in alkaline or acid beverages, may have indication errors, and might contaminate the beverage, by dissolving some of the materials - I suggest a specialized stainless steel cover with the appropriate sealing, or simply try and see what happens.
2035746
I don't believe the probe is waterproof. To be sure I might suggest checking with Coolerguys directly.
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When washing the device off under running water, yes the unit is sealed, however, there are two small vent holes, just behind the power button which should be covered with your thumb. As for your question, the scanning/detector part of the device can only be submersed in water which is about 4 inches. The entire unit should not go with you to the bottom of the river, lake, ocean, or swimming pool. The device meets IEC 60529 IP 66 dust and water resistance standards. Hopefully that answers you question. If the area in question is bigger than a normal size puddle or pothole just scoop out what you need to scan, place the material in a bucket with some water and power-up the detector... When washing the device off under running water, yes the unit is sealed, however, there are two small vent holes, just behind the power button which should be covered with your thumb. As for your question, the scanning/detector part of the device can only be submersed in water which is about 4 inches. The entire unit should not go with you to the bottom of the river, lake, ocean, or swimming pool. The device meets IEC 60529 IP 66 dust and water resistance standards. Hopefully that answers you question. If the area in question is bigger than a normal size puddle or pothole just scoop out... » Read More When washing the device off under running water, yes the unit is sealed, however, there are two small vent holes, just behind the power button which should be covered with your thumb. As for your question, the scanning/detector part of the device can only be submersed in water which is about 4 inches. The entire unit should not go with you to the bottom of the river, lake, ocean, or swimming pool. The device meets IEC 60529 IP 66 dust and water resistance standards. Hopefully that answers you question. If the area in question is bigger than a normal size puddle or pothole just scoop out what you need to scan, place the material in a bucket with some water and power-up the detector... « Show Less
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You can NOT emerge it into water, You can Carefully rinse the insight out with water. It is an electronically appliance, water and electronics do not mix!!!
390650
I would say "no" that it is not meant to be immersed in water. I suggest for that, you look for a "pool" type thermometer instead. I hope this helps.
575990
I was looking at your thermometer on the QVC website and it appears it had the same size plug as the replacement probe in question. So it should work. Hope this helps.
1057545
Only the probe is water proof. You can wipe the digital display (somewhat water resistant) down but Do not immerse the digital display.
2060014
I was able to use them in boiling water (212+ degrees F) to monitor boiling beer and they survived well. They were submersed past the metal shell and including some of the plastic. It seemed to work pretty well in those extreme conditions. Not too sure about maximum depth
390651
I would say NO, this thermometer does not appear to be waterproof. They do sell water proof thermometers.
284673
No. I glued the probe to the inside of an aluminum cigar tube and tried to waterproof that. You can also look for a stainless steel temperature probe that is linear and use the built in temperature offset
842225
It will tolerate the temperature, but the probe is rather short for your purposes... I would be afraid of burning myself if used that way... maybe if you used a heat-proof glove at the same time?
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FWIW, I had a replacement probe I bought in December 2013 fail after a handful of uses. I contacted Polder direct and they arranged to send me a new one immediately. They're apparently guaranteed for life...
1454500
I just used it in my grill. you have to watch the temp of the grill. The black insulator on the probe dissolved from the heat. The probe is supposed to be good for 750 deg. My grill thermometer read about 500 deg. It could have been hotter.
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I could be wrong, but I don't think waterproof is the right term. I looks to be very spill/water resistant. It has built through channels so spilled liquid will not sit in the keyboard tray, but rather run through to the desk. I just took my apart in the name of science and found the internal contact pads to be very much the same as any other keyboard and not sealed from the elements. One exception being that the contact rubber cups appear to be a little large, possibly to divert liquid away from the crucial contact points?internal picture: http://i59.tinypic.com/5wvxp2.jpg
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Hello cooking friend. The temperature probe is a sealed thermocouple. It should work fine in frying or any application within it's temperature range. Ours works great !!!!
571934
I just ran a cup of water through into an open cup and tested it with 3 different candy/meat thermometers. I got 166, 168 and 175. It might be hotter with the thermal cup though. It sounds like it doesn't meet your target temp.
284670
Yes I regularly use it to regulate temperature in a kegarator. I submerge the probe in a cup of water to get a more accurate temperature read out and haven't had any problems.
1587430
It is very difficult to keep the probe cable from dropping below the water level. I place the probe inside a plastic bag and then put into the water bath. The opeing of the bag is always above water level, so no water will get in. It does not affect the temperature reading. Works good with sous vide cooking. I use this controller with a crock pot.