On 19-May-2004, "TomD" > wrote:

> "SA Dev" > wrote in message
> ...
> > Hi everyone,
> >
> > Any recommendations for a thermometer you can put in meat and leave
> in while
> > grilling?
> >
> > I just got a weber silver b a few days ago and really want to learn
> how to
> > grill better!
> >
> > Thanks,
> >
> > SA Dev
> >
> >
>
> Hi SA Dev,
>
> The Polder & Maverick Probe Wires don't handle > 400°F well.
>
> I would try a meat thermometer that is intended for use in the oven.
> Also, a thermocouple would probably work as well, but you need to
> select the proper sheath material and I don't have much experience
> here.
>
> Hope This Helps,

If you jump on the gadget source (www.gadgetsource.com) you'll find
a very cheap meat thermometer made all of metal. The top part will
withstand pretty high temps and the therm part will be controlled by
the temp of the meat itself. Disasters will only cost about $3. Look
for a gadget shaped kind of like a stop sign with the pole and all.

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