Does it have disposable tips? Or do we keep using the same thing over and over? Isn't that unsanitary?
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It doesn't come with disposable tips to use with it. I'm not sure if you can buy them or not. I'm have a regular thermometer to use for when someone has a fever, etc. I'm the only one who uses this basal thermometer, so I rarely wash mine, but you can wash it off with some soapy water though if you want to clean it.
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The answers you've gotten are good and yes, I agree that they are cheap enough to replace daily or even once every other day but I avoid reusing one too long as I'm worried about bacterial and mold buildup from the humidity.
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There are replacement tips, and you can get those on amazon as well. One tip is good for two to four uses.
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It is not recommended, but I use a metal spatula all the time with no problems.
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No and it says not to. There are too many quality spatulas that are made from nylon and other safe materials.
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They say you can use on car parts but I have never tried it. Just remember they do break easily so you may need one for each tip. For what I use it for, I can rinse it and use it again. It would be a worthwhile purchase even if for other things around the house. Good luck
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I use mine infrequently, so I just keep the tip submerged in oil when not in use, dry it off and just put a few drops in the barrel before use. I was really surprised at how well this thing works.
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The material is definitely not the oder-like like Teflon material which was deemed to be a hazard. So far, our liner has not been any problem with multiple use. We use plastic and wooden utensils. Ism sure if you google the manufacture website and contact them you could obtain the exact name of the liner material. So far, it's been a wonderful multi use appliance.
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I would guess that you could. They only send you 3 different sized tips so I'm guessing that you can clean them and reuse them.
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I don't think so. Mine is still going strong and I won't risk forcing it off ;) Anyway, in this price range I'd expect it to be disposable.
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No. I have been using for a couple weeks and have had no problem with utensils.
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Insofar as I know, no, but that's because the microfiber or whatever doesn't really wear out... It's not like a rubber tip on most of the other styli I've used. After putting it this model through more than its share of abuse, I have yet to "wear out" a tip.
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I have the same item for the same amount of time and have had no issues with it. I clean it after each use just to make sure it doesn't get clogged up.
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I purchased in 2011 and the tips were removable. I just use them in a basic mug or glass.
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Not sure. My wife only uses it at home. I've found no container is perfect if tipped unless you use an air tight screw top. I'd say it is good but not perfect. Sometimes temperatures inside and out can change the seal.
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It has a little brush in it to clean it with and then I tip in hot water so it won't run back into the tip part as the tip part comes off and also put alcohol and or peroxide on the tip with a rag or just pour down wards on it. No problems what so ever but things do ware out so he, my husband, is on his second one now. Yes I would order this again but I did notice this time when I order a separate one for him it was not the same as the one that came in the case and he doesn't like it so I don't know what is with that deal?? as 2 times before when I order just the shaver thingy it was the same one as in the case. hummm Yes I have gave them as gifts and the guys love them.
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I had the exact same problem.I finally broke down and bought some extra tips.Supposedly you can soak them in acetone to clean the tips.(I think it needs to soak for 24 hrs.