Temp checks

[Jluther@becoinc]

I was just wondering what you guys are using to check temperature with
I just don’t trust this thing

 

[adidas303]

I use the same thing, different brand.

 

[Jluther@becoinc]

I use the same thing, different brand.

Do you think it’s accurate? Mine seems to read lower than I think it should

 

[Jackjax801]

If you're concerned about the accuracy, maybe test it using something like boiling water with another thermometer to see what it shows.

 

[Jluther@becoinc]

If you're concerned about the accuracy, maybe test it using something like boiling water with another thermometer to see what it shows.

Never thought about boiling water as a known temp ?‍Great idea THANKS

 

[Jackjax801]

I'm curious how accurate that circle is at a certain distance. Since it's IR, a camera (read phone) should show it. Not sure how bright it'll be but maybe it's possible to see the size of the circle. Was thinking it might work since a TV remote uses IR and I use my phone to see if it's still emitting. Easier and faster than taking the batteries out and checking them with my multimeter.

 

[arrmadillo]

Gun type from Harbor Freight
Handheld from Tower

 

[Jluther@becoinc]

Gun type from Harbor Freight
Handheld from Tower
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How close do you think they read?

 

[Jerry-rigged]

With those wide beam, gun types, check the instructions. They normally have a "MAX" setting where they will show the max temp / hot spot from the entire area of the scan. This is how my Home Depot meter works.