Thermometers for the oven: types, characteristics, selection and operation

Modern household appliances pleases most housewives and makes it possible to prepare complex dishes without any problems. The presence of a timer in the multicooker, microwave, induction cooker allows you to accurately calculate the cooking time, but it is quite problematic to set the temperature precisely. Gas stoves do not allow you to clearly set the heating level of the oven. In electric stoves, you can set only a few temperature conditions that the manufacturer set.

A thermometer for the oven is an important detail if the hostess wants to delight her household with delicious food that is well baked and does not burn. This kitchen accessory may not be used, but for a beginner, its help will be very useful. In the process of cooking, it is very important to know about the temperature inside the oven in order to understand how much time this or that food will be ready. For meat, the temperature range will be one, for baking - another, so you can not do without this device for measuring temperature, otherwise the food may be spoiled.

Despite the variety of products presented on store shelves, different appearance and cost, the device of all thermometers is the same. Inside such equipment there are two plates made of different metal. As soon as the ambient temperature rises significantly, they are deformed, thereby showing a certain digital value.

The oven often has certain modes that housewives most often use for cooking, these are:

• a range of lower temperatures - from 120 to 180 degrees;
• the average value is from 180 to 220 degrees;
• high temperatures - from 230 to 280 degrees.

If a prescription needs to set a certain mode, do not experiment and try a higher or lower temperature. In the event that the hostess did everything right, and the dish is not completely ready or, on the contrary, is burnt, it is worth getting a thermometer and checking the correct heating of the oven in each of the modes. The presence of a thermometer does not interfere with the cooking process, and if you wish, you can simply remove it, but with it you can track the exact temperature inside the oven and correct it in time.

Choosing a thermometer for yourself in the oven, it is worth considering all the advantages and disadvantages so that the purchased accessory is not only beautiful, but also functional. The advantages of thermometers include:

• the ability to set a clearly set temperature;
• control of oven heating and the ability to influence the temperature inside;
• assessment of product readiness due to the presence of a probe;
• the ability to monitor the heating of the oven beyond, thanks to the remote wireless probe.

The disadvantages of such assistants in cooking in the oven are few, these are:

• low-quality goods, which shows the temperature with an error;
• high cost of branded products, starting from $ 20 and above;
• not every thermometer is suitable for cooking a certain dish (a simple thermometer will not show the temperature inside a piece of meat, and a probe will not be needed if the dish is baked quickly and evenly);
• poor fastening can interfere with the convenient use of the appliance and increase the risk of it falling inside the oven.

Having appreciated all the positive and negative sides, you can note for yourself the need to purchase this product or completely abandon this venture. Due to the wide variety of thermometer options, every housewife will be able to choose the most suitable option for herself.

All thermometers for a gas stove are designed to measure the temperature of the oven and help to more efficiently and correctly set the baking mode. Such an assistant can also be useful for an electric stove, since without it it will not be possible to quickly determine problems with proper heating in a particular mode. The cost of this equipment is small, because almost everyone can afford to purchase it. In order not to get confused in the proposed choice, you need to know as much as possible about the types of thermometers and their functional purpose.

All products can be divided into two main groups:

• analogue
• digital.

The first option is the most common and is available in almost every plate. This is a switch mechanism, which, when the environment is heated, shows its temperature.

The second option is an electronic device with a digital panel, which displays the temperature in the oven. You can use this device only in the range from 120 to 280 degrees and not higher. This variety is considered more progressive and may have a number of improvements:

• the device can be with a timer;
• the thermometer may be with a sensor signaling the end of cooking;
• variability in choosing a regime suitable for different types of dishes: meat, fish, pie, etc .;
• color indicator that changes color at different stages of cooking.

Another modern product is a temperature probe, which makes it possible to measure not the temperature inside the oven, but the heating of the dish itself and determine the degree of its readiness.This device is remote, since the sensor itself cannot be heated, and the metal rod can be attached to it with a wire or be autonomous.

The second option is a wireless thermal probe, which is much more convenient to use, because there is no need to monitor the wire and adjust its length. The most progressive is a non-contact probe, which determines the temperature in the oven at a distance, but the greater the distance from household appliances, the greater the percentage of error.

Another option that can be found on sale is mechanical thermometer, which can be suspended, built-in and placed. The dial can have two measurement scales at once, degree and Fahrenheit.

In order to buy high-quality equipment that will last as long as possible and will show the correct thermal values ​​inside the oven, you need to navigate the market for such products and choose well-known and proven brands. The rating of the most popular models looks like this.

• Polder TNM 515 - This is an analog device that performs best when baking confectionery. The temperature scale has a gradation of 40 to 200 degrees.
• Generic - a thermometer that can be used for gas and electric ovens. The thermometer is made of stainless steel and can withstand heat up to 300 degrees. It is placed in the oven thanks to a special hook that clings to the grate.
• Weber 6492 - a thermometer with a display that can be installed in a convenient position. It is used for any dishes, the temperature is monitored quickly, you can work with food, thanks to the presence of a probe. Do not leave the thermometer inside under the cover.
• Thermo Pro TP 06 very similar to the previous version, but thanks to the remote design it can be used in closed containers. You can use it with any products and dishes.
• Ivation IWAVT 738 - A very modern thermometer, suitable for those who love stylish and modern gadgets. The product has two radio blocks. The first is equipped with two remote probes, whose length is about a meter, the second helps to control the temperature. The second block can be taken out to another room and at a distance to monitor what is happening in the oven. Due to the presence of various programs, it is possible to choose the most suitable conditions for the preparation of a dish.
• Cason is an infrared thermometer that makes it possible to know the temperature inside the oven, being at a distance from it. It copes with a range from - 32 to +380 degrees. It works on a charge that lasts for 16 hours of constant use.

The simpler the product, the cheaper its cost, the more equipment of all kinds of functions, the more expensive its price. The choice of a thermometer should be based on the principle of convenience and variability, so that one device allows you to cook a wide variety of dishes.

To buy a good thermometer in the oven, you need to correctly evaluate the options available on the market and determine the most suitable one. It is worth paying attention to certain factors.

• Cost. The cheap option will not last long, it is better to spend a little more money and buy a product that will show accurate data and will not break in the first month of use.
• Product Size It is worth buying medium or large thermometers so that the display is clearly visible and you can set the temperature as accurately as possible.
• Temperature range. The optimal indicators are values ​​from 120 to 300 degrees, which will allow you to cook any dishes without restriction.
• Shopping for a famous brand will be preferable to a similar version of Chinese production.
• It’s worth making a purchase in specialized household appliance stores and check the goods on site, rather than look for an inexpensive option on the Internet and place an order there.
• An internal thermometer is more convenient to use in the kitchen, but it is important that it is removable, for the convenience of caring for it.

In order for the thermometer to correctly show the temperature in the oven, it must be installed where the cooking process will take place. You can fix the device with heat-resistant glue, screws or hang on a special hook that comes with almost all models. It is best to use the latter option, since the thermometer can be removed, washed, or removed at any time as unnecessary. In this case, a conventional hanging thermometer is suitable, without any modern capabilities.

If we are talking about a more advanced technique, then it is worth mentioning thermal probe which, in addition to the thermometer with a liquid crystal display, has a steel cord. Using this device is not difficult, you need to adjust the temperature to the desired values ​​and stick the probe into the food. Food with a probe is placed in the oven, and the thermometer remains outside, showing the process of heating the internal environment. As soon as the food is ready, the product will beep.

The cooking temperature of different dishes is significantly different, therefore it is important to set the desired values. The indicators of the finished chicken differ significantly from the same biscuit, and vegetable stew differs in temperature of heating from baked fish. The installation of the thermometer can be internal and external, it primarily depends on the model and manufacturer's recommendations. External varieties can be threaded or hung on the handle of the oven, and there are those that work from a distance, which is very convenient, although the accuracy of the data may be impaired.

Care is necessary for any household appliances and utensils, because a thermometer for the oven is no exception. Due to the effects of high temperatures and direct contact with foodstuffs, food residues and dirt can remain on the product, which sticks to it if it is not washed in time. Each manufacturer indicates methods for caring for the thermometer in order to clean it as efficiently as possible and not spoil it.

Stainless steel products can be cleaned in the dishwasher using mild detergents. If the device is of high quality, it will not be damaged by contact with water both in manual mode and in machine cleaning. It is best to wipe off cheap samples with a damp cloth and dry well to prevent rust from forming.

See how to install a thermometer for the oven in the next video.