How do I check that my probe thermometer is still performing within specification?
How do I check that my probe thermometer is still performing within specification? |
The Problem: | |||||||||||||
| You have purchased a probe thermometer and are using it to test a variety of areas and objects. However you are unsure as to whether it is still reading within specification and you want to be able to do a basic check in order to see if it is still operating as expected. | |||||||||||||
The Solution: | |||||||||||||
The simplest and most effective way of checking the accuracy is to make an ice slurry. A procedure for doing this is detailed below:
It is worth noting this information should be recorded so that you have a written record of when this check was performed. Please record the following information when you perform this check (time, date, reading attained & who completed the check) as this will keep a running record of how the thermometer has performed over time. An example of how the check should be recorded is shown below: | |||||||||||||
| Calibration Record for .... 0560-1113 – Kitchen - 203923......(type of thermometer or where it is used, it may also pay to include a serial number if you are using a number of thermometers) | |||||||||||||
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If you find that your thermometer is out of specification it can be returned to us for
recalibration
if an adjustment is possible or we also offer a wide range of replacement thermometers that can be viewed
here. | |||||||||||||
If you need any assistance selecting a thermometer for your requirements or wish to discuss this thermometer check further please feel free to contact one of our friendly Scientists via
email
or phone on 1300 737 871.
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