From what I've read this is a great meat thermometer, but what about using it to test oil temperatures for frying or using it as a candy thermometer?
1808003
This is just a guess, because all I've used it for is meats, etc. I don't think the range of the thermometer goes high enough to check frying oil or sugar temperatures. Like I say, this is just a guess...I would have never thought of it (maybe I should get out of the box more!!)
2253419
Yes, you can use it to measure liquid temperatures. I use mine to measure fudge temps when I am making fudge, and jam temps also. To determine the accuracy of yours, boil a pan of water. When it is boiling vigorously, place the tip of the probe into the water (not touching the pan) and it should read 212 degrees. Use the difference as a correction factor when measuring your liquids.
1699705
I bought it for someone else. He tells me that it works very well for checking the temperature of hamburgers, chicken breasts and other items on his grill. I do not think it states "frying and candy-making" anywhere. My English cookbook says that toffee is boiled until it gets to 270 F., and fudge at 240 F. So that should be OK for the candy-making. I am not sure how far into the liquid one can put the probe. It is very fine and ideal for hamburgers, etc.
1030893
I would just guess that it's because this is a high output propane burner on a stand, and it is not equipped to measure/control/limit the temperature of the frying oil. Without that control, you would have a fire and/or burn hazard.
1128508
Keep in mind that this is designed as meat thermometer and is intended to measure the temperature of the meat(while cooking) it only goes to 200 degrees. I don't think you want to leave it the oven at any temperature higher than 200 degree. That being said this works fine for checking the temperature of meat, however I would purchase a different model for use as a over thermometer, fortunately Amazon has many to choose from. I hope that helps you.
1639541
It should work for candy as long as you're not planning on leaving the thermometer in the oven or leaning against the side of a hot pot on the stove. The housing is plastic so it will melt if it gets too hot. I'm not really sure how candy is cooked so I can't say for sure. This thermometer is designed for quick temperature checks during preparation. I use it to check the internal temp. of grilled and broiled meats mainly.
302941
I sent mine back shortly after receiving it because it was very inaccurate. However, with my other Infrared Temp guns I have measured cooking oil temperature.
2035534
I never used it that way, but I suppose it could be an instant-read thermometer since it's meant to be inserted into the meat to get internal temp. FWIW, I never use this thermometer anymore and wish I had sent it back. Neither the meat end, nor the oven end are accurate in my Chargriller Akorn. I calibrated the temps using 3 other thermometers I have and this one was off way too far to be used.
1701742
I use it for pretty much everything in the kitchen. I even used it today to verify that the air temperature in my refrigerator was too low. It's an extremely handy thermometer.
836044
This is NOT a frying thermometer . It is designed to go into the oven as it is called Maverick Baker's Oven Thermometer. It does read to 375 and above BUT I would suggest you contact the manufacturer to verify usage or what they recommend. For frying and or candy I have two different styles. I would suggest you just google candy/frying thermometers and various will come up
1639540
yes, I use this thermometer for all of my candy and it turns out great. Due to the plastic housing you can not rest it against the pot as stated below.
2202112
It's great for donuts and any type of deep frying. Just make sure you have a thermometer to clip to the side such as a candy thermometer to keep the oil at the right temp.
359391
This thermometer ranges from -58 to 572 F it should work,but I would be weary careful if you use it for that purpose.Frying oils are extremely hot,it can cause second degree burns instantly.
152026
I haven't but don't think I would try it. I would get a deep fry/candy thermometer to be safe.Neil
2232612
Hello! Yes, absolutely---it'll register up to 180 degrees F. Great thermometer for roasting meat and/or measuring temp of liquids. Have a good day!
499947
It can only read surface temperatures. For meat you would need a probe type thermometer.
1436466
Sorry, I can't help you there. I bought it for my deep fry pan but I have not used this thermometer yet. I have not even tested if this thermometer is accurate or not. Sorry.