The Right Thermometer & Scale for Every Kitchen Application
- Jul 24, 2019
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When it comes to working in a commercial kitchen, accuracy is everything. A poorly-chosen thermometer can have consequences on everything from food storage (making sure your refrigerator is still holding the proper temperature) to cooking techniques (over or undercooking your food) to customer experience (incorrectly prepared food can make someone sick!). And an unsuitable scale could throw off your careful balance of ingredients (negatively affecting the taste of an otherwise scrumptious meal).
To help keep your kitchen on-track and running smoothly, we’ve put together a list of some of the most popular thermometers and scales for a number of kitchen applications!
Commercial Cooking Applications
| SKU | Description |
|---|---|
| 2C219 | Digital Thermometer |
| 2C336 | Thin Tip Pocket Thermometer |
| 2C127 | Heavy Duty Thin Tip Thermometer |
| 2C253 | Digital Portion Control Scale, Small Profile |
The thermometers that should be used for everyday cooking tend to be simple but effective. They need to quickly provide you with an accurate temperature reading.
The CDN Digital Thermometer is made from food-safe ABS plastic with an antimicrobial coating. It has a one-button operation, and will give you an accurate temperature reading in 6 seconds!
The CDN Thin Tip Pocket Thermometer is waterproof, shatterproof, and can handle high heat, making it ideal for most cooking situations. The thin tip allows it to provide a temperature with minimal impact to the food, and it comes with a field calibration feature to ensure continued accuracy.
The CDN Heavy Duty Pocket Thermometer has a temperature range of -40 to 450 degrees Fahrenheit, which encompasses many of the temperature ranges for cooking. It is also waterproof and shatterproof, and the 1.5mm tip allows for precision without negatively impacting your food.
The CDN Digital Portion Control Scale is conveniently sized and has an eleven pound capacity, meaning it can accurately weigh a variety of items. It features an easy-to-read LCD display and comes with a heavy-duty, food-safe ABS plastic case.
Checking Thick Cuts of Meat
| SKU | Description |
|---|---|
| 2C159 | Ovenproof Meat Thermometer |
| 2C138 | Submersible Scale, 11 lb |
When working with thick cuts of meat, you want a thermometer that can provide a reading of the internal temperature and verify that the meat has been properly cooked the whole way through.
The CDN Specialized Meat/Poultry Thermometer has been designed specifically to meet this need. It is ovenproof (meaning you can leave it in the oven while your roast cooks), and it has a clear temperature range indication.
The CDN Submersible Scale is a great choice for working with meat because it can be protected from up to 3 feet of water for 30 minutes, meaning you can give it the thorough cleaning it needs after being exposed to raw food.
Checking Thin Cuts of Meat
| SKU | Description |
|---|---|
| 2C336 | Thin Tip Pocket Thermometer |
| 2C127 | Heavy Duty Thin Tip Thermometer |
| 2C275 | Folding Thermocouple Thermometer |
| 2C253 | Digital Portion Control Scale, Small Profile |
| 2C138 | Submersible Scale, 11 lb |
The main focus for thermometers when working with thin cuts of meat is reducing the impact of the temperature check on the meat.
That’s why the thin tip of both the CDN Thin Tip Pocket Thermometer and the CDN Heavy Duty Pocket Thermometer makes them the go-to choice for measuring the temperature of thin cuts of meat. They don’t have to penetrate deeply to get an accurate reading, and the holes they leave behind are minimal.
The CDN Folding Thermocouple Thermometer has a thin tip as well (1.5mm), and has a large digital readout with optional backlighting that makes it easy to use. It has a temperature range of -58 to 572 degrees Fahrenheit, making it perfect for a wide range of meats.
Both the CDN Digital Portion Control Scale and the CDN Submersible Scale will work well for thin cuts of meat.
Candy & Deep Frying Applications
| SKU | Description |
|---|---|
| 2C161 | Candy & Deep Fry Ruler Thermometer |
| 2C264 | Digital Portion Control Scale, Mediuml Profile |
To ensure your candy and deep-fried foods are perfectly scrumptious, you should use a thermometer that is specifically designed for monitoring those temperatures. The CDN Candy & Deep Fry Ruler Thermometer has a stainless attachment clip for superior durability, and the bottom of the glass column has stainless housing to prevent it from giving inaccurate readings. This thermometer also includes a target range indication for both the optimal candy-making temperatures and the best frying temperatures.
Oven Applications
| SKU | Description |
|---|---|
| 2C184 | Oven Thermometer |
| 2C286 | Infrared Gun |
An oven thermometer is important because it verifies that your oven is actually heating to the correct temperature – many commercial ovens can be off by more than 50 degrees Fahrenheit! It can also help you to identify hot or cold spots that can adversely affect your food.
The CDN Oven Thermometer is made with durable laboratory glass that can withstand the heat of an oven. It has a temperature range of 150 to 550 degrees Fahrenheit, and comes with two mounting options: standing or hanging. You can easily move this thermometer around to check the temperature of different areas of your oven.
The CDN Infrared Gun is another solid option for oven applications. It has a one-second response time, meaning all you have to do is aim the gun at the item to be measured, then press the trigger - you will get an accurate response almost instantly! One of the most valuable benefits of this thermometer is that it requires no contact, which eliminates worries about cross-contamination.
Grill/Griddle Applications
| SKU | Description |
|---|---|
| 2C173 | Grill Surface Thermometer |
| 2C286 | Infrared Gun |
Along with the standard meat thermometers, you should have a thermometer whose sole purpose is measuring the temperature of the cooking area when using a grill/griddle.
The CDN Grill Surface Thermometer does exactly what its name implies: it gives you the precise temperature of the grill’s cooking surface. This makes it easy for you to know when your griddle has reached the correct temperature, especially in situations where slight temperature fluctuations can make a big difference in your finished product.
Another choice for measuring the temperature of your cooking surface is the CDN Infrared Gun. Since it requires no contact to get an accurate reading, you don’t have to worry about accidental burns!
Hot Holding Applications
| SKU | Description |
|---|---|
| 2C149 | Hot Holding Thermometer |
To protect yourself and your customers, hot foods always need to be held at a temperature of 140 degrees Fahrenheit or higher. Any lower and bacteria will start to grow – quickly. Because of this, it's incredibly important to ensure your holding cabinet or oven is properly maintaining temperature.
The CDN Hot Holding Thermometer is designed to withstand the heat of a holding cabinet, and it has helpful markings so you can tell at a glance that your food is still in a safe temperature range.
Cold Storage Applications
| SKU | Description |
|---|---|
| 2C347 | Refrigerator/Freezer Thermometer |
| 2C116 | Refrigerator/Freezer Thermometer |
| 2C196 | Heavy Duty Refrigerator/Freezer Thermometer |
If your fridge or freezer isn’t holding the correct temperature, that can only mean problems for you. Your food will go rotten more quickly, and if the issue isn't noticed, you could accidentally serve spoiled food to a customer!
CDN offers several Refrigerator/Freezer Thermometers. All of them come with two mounting options (hanging/standing) and have a target range indication so you can easily see that your refrigeration is holding temp. The standard thermometer has a temperature range of -40 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, the slightly more sturdy option has a temperature range of -40 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit, and the heavy-duty model measures from -40 to 80 degrees as well.
Dry Storage Applications
| SKU | Description |
|---|---|
| 2C196 | Heavy Duty Refrigerator/Freezer Thermometer |
Having a thermometer in your dry storage area will help you keep your food stored at the optimal temperature, meaning it will last longer and taste better.
The CDN Refrigerator/Freezer Thermometer has an indicator for the food-safe temp zone, which makes it a solid choice for your dry storage area.
Receiving Applications
| SKU | Description |
|---|---|
| 2C286 | Infrared Gun |
| 2C105 | Digital Shipping & Receiving Scale |
Scales will probably be more helpful than thermometers in your shipping & receiving area, but it's good to have something on-hand (like the CDN Infrared Gun) just in case you need to verify that product is at a proper temperature when delivered.
The CDN Digital Shipping & Receiving Scale measures up to 220 lbs. It has an extendable display for flexibility, and the programmable preset makes it easy to compare shipping weights.
Salad Bar Applications
| SKU | Description |
|---|---|
| 2C336 | Thin Tip Pocket Thermometer |
| 2C297 | Infrared/Thermocouple Probe Thermometer |
| 2C275 | Folding Thermocouple Thermometer |
| 2C253 | Digital Portion Control Scale, Small Profile |
| 2C264 | Digital Portion Control Scale, Medium Profile |
An badly-monitored salad bar can be a jackpot for bacteria. Regularly checking the temperatures of your offerings with a thermometer that will provide a quick and accurate reading will give your employees the chance to prevent food spoilage by adding more ice or adjusting the heat on your warmers.
While the CDN Thin Tip Pocket Thermometer is a solid choice for this endeavor, we also recommend a thermocouple thermometer.
The CDN Infrared/Thermocouple Probe Thermometer combines non-contact infrared and thermocouple technologies to provide you with multi-faceted service. It has mimimum, maximum, and lock modes that allow it to scan multiple targets over time, and the design integrates HACCP guidelines to instantly alert you if the temperatures are in the safe food zone.
The CDN Folding Thermocouple Thermometer provides a rapid response so your employees can quickly check an item without getting in the way of your customers. It's highly durable, water-resistant, and shatterproof.
Beverage Applications
| SKU | Description |
|---|---|
| 7T545 | Hot Beverage Thermometer |
Coffee-lovers everywhere will thank you when you use a Hot Beverage Thermometer to create a hot drink that has the right consistency and flavor. These thermometers can be clipped to your brewing station to provide a continuous update on your temperature, making it simple to keep your coffee at the optimal temperature.
Meal Delivery Applications
| SKU | Description |
|---|---|
| 2C286 | Infrared Gun |
| 2C253 | Digital Portion Control Scale, Small Profile |
For temperature checks on the go, a non-contact thermometer like the CDN Infrared Gun is the way to go, because you can perform multiple checks without having to worry about cross-contamination!
