Is this replacement probe as pictured or is the coated in plastic? My last one as pictured lasted years, the new plastic one failed 1st time
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There is no plastic coating on the outside of the probe. It is metal with a braided metal shield along the length of the cable. But it is similar to a coax cable in the sense that it has a plastic dielectric which insulates the shield from the center conducting wire. It still needs to be handled with care making sure the cable does not get pinched or comes in direct contact with a very hot surface which could melt the internal dielectric. Thats what happened to my first probe. Hope this helps.
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The probe is as pictured. Metal temperature probe with braided wire on the cable. Please note this probe should not be used in a BBQ grill or when using broil in the oven. I have ruined three probes by exposing the probe to these very high temperatures.
1797619
The one I got is as pictured. The only plastic is a 1 inch tube coating the wire where it comes out of the metal tube. The probe part that inserts into the food is all metal.
1797620
I believe we purchased this probe to replace a plastic coated one that also failed the first time. This one is not plastic coated. At least not when we bought it two years ago.
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I've had this probe for my digital/wireless thermometer for a few years now... It's still going strong. It is braided steel for the wire, and then that hard, solid plastic to push into the base of your thermometer.
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The probe is as pictured. I found if you put shrink wrap at the connection of the probe and wire it will last longer. If the smallest amt of water gets in that connection it will not work
2038354
I think the model I have is plastic parts. I have had no problems with it as yet ( a few months ).
2280835
You must pull pretty hard the first time. Hold onto the base part that it is stuck into while pulling fairly hard on the probe. I've not had any trouble removing it since the first time.
81074
The probe will last for years with proper care and maintenance. If you are setting it up in an aquarium keep the tip clean with a soft toothbrush and vinegar if you get algae buildup. And calibrate it every time you replace the battery on the unit.
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No. Mine came with just the probe. I just used the clip from the short one I replaced.
1722897
The temp probe is a standard 10k NTC 1% Thermistor. You can buy or build custom replacements easily.
85998
I haven't tried bet am pretty sure it is not. The probe is easy to clean though and I just wipe it off right after use and put it up.
553832
The probe section is stainless steel. The wire section has a stainless steel braided protective outter jacket and the inner wires seem to be some sort of fabric (not plastic)...so I think this will be fine.
2144051
My meat thermometer is a TruTemp. I Goolged you model. This website, http://www.acurite.com/digital-cooking-thermometer-00994w.html sells a replacement. I will say this: The Specs on your model are the same as mine and the probe looks the same. I would guess it would be OK. Best of Luck!
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It is black coated and feels like metal to me. It is intended to go into an oven so could not be plastic. It seems heavy duty so should be durable. We have had no problems with it.
1501128
It is plastic with a metallic coating. The coating on mine is wearing off.Here's a picture of mine:http://media501.dropshots.com/photos/987303/20140516/132826.jpg
1498017
I ordered extra probes with mine but haven't had a problem with the ones that came with it, I put heat shrink where the stainless wire meets the probe and have been smoking what seems like every time it snows without issue
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I have not had occasion to need a probe, but you might try this link. http://www.maverickhousewares.com/parts_and_service.htm
151065
not coated. the previous one i bought not coated neither, but quality is fine and works great. This one, not worth to buy. seems like they changed material and the way how they used to make it.
1684640
You can get another one on the internet, go back to the same site you bought (Image Digital) from they should have it their. Just the (PROBE!)
2170522
I got 2 or 3 replacement probes before one worked. The last one is now only working some times. Bad batch? Dave Smelter.
2083673
I'm not sure which very early model i have. My replacement had a probe that was a bit too long so there's no real tight fit, but i can "jimmy" it enough to work fine. Mine(a Wok) is probably 30 years old (and still in great shape). If yours is much newer I'd guess it'd be a fit...