Nubee Temperature Gun Non-contact Infrared Thermometer MAX Display & EMS Adjustable

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• Max temperature function: it can take the highest temperature of the area tested by scanning and save the data at the bottom of the screen
• Ems adjustable function each object has its suitable emissivity, it can make test more accurate by adjust suitable emissivity for different objects
• Measures in Celsius or Fahrenheit (range: -50 to +500 /-58 Degree F to +932 Degree F), auto shut-off & low battery indicator
• Red laser pointer for precise aiming, powered by one 9-volt battery(include); take accurate temperature readings with this handheld gun
• U.S. FDA, FCC, CE, ROHS approved

Since this is no touch, you can check the temp of yeast washing and yeast rehydration water and your starter wort without the risk of infection.  I find mine particularly useful for rehydrating yeast.

Infrared thermometers should not be considered a direct replacement for your standard thermometer.  A quality IR thermometer will give you a close approximation of surface temperatures.  Note that steam seems to throw off readings.  Uses include: Contained yeast rehydration water, chilled wort or starter temperature, kegerator, fermenter or fermenation area and beer tasting samples.  If you’re looking for a standard thermometer, consider these two Top Finds: CDN DTQ450X – ThermoWorks Thermapen

Nubee Temperature Gun Non-contact Infrared Thermometer MAX Display & EMS Adjustable

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