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Hey I was wondering if anyone had any great models of probe thermometers, infrared guns, or any other thermometer that gets the degree on the spot. I have tried two models, and maybe its just me but i have HORRIBLE luck with them. Its seriously a curse. Most of them have temperatures jumping around from almost 100 to 55. At least 3 of my 5 are consistently reading so far off its a joke. Strange? I don't think its anyone's fault besides the manufacturer. They mass produce them at a horrible quality and a high price! I'm willing to do anything to get the right temperatures, but i want something for my incubator as well as my rack (besides a thermostat). Something with a probe would be nice for that. Please share your favorite model and any tips you may have on it!
 
I use an InfraRed thermo, and proportional thermostats. The thermometer is "Sper Scientific" brand, and I think this is the model # 800049. It works great!
 
Oh, and "Taylor" brand in/out thermometers. Learned the hard way not to order the cheapies from some herp supply companies. They get the cheapest available it seems.
 
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I'm using the Taylor in/out thermometers too (got from Beanfarm); and they are so much better than the more expensive Big Apple ones I got (can't remember exactly what its called, but its white colored with 2 probes, one for temperature and one for humidity). All the readings are way off!

I also have a temperature gun, its "SATO" I think its a Japanese brand, but it can only show in degrees Celsius.
 
Oh Beanfarm has those? Thats good. :)

I too bought some garbage from BA, two probes for temp on these though. Out of 3, only 1 actually displays the same temp for each probe (in the same location even). :rolleyes:
 
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How about any other infrared temp guns? Hows everyone's luck with the raytek series?
 
I have the PE2 from Pro Exotics and seem s to work fine, I have no complaints. The only thing I noticed is the first reading is wrong if the unit was off when you pressed the button. After that it work great.
 
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