measures temperature you ll appreciate this impressively-accurate remote cable thermometer. Simply insert its high-heat stainless steel probe into meat shut the oven door and monitor internal food temperature on a large easy-to-read digital display. You can even program an alarm to sound when food has reached a desired temperature. Predetermined settings are also available. This capability is especially useful for smoking barbecuing or any "low and slow" technique--eliminating the need to check on food and allow precious smoke to escape. Unlike other remote probe thermometers heat resistance makes this versatile tool ideal for candy making or deep fat frying. A special clip secures the probe to your saucepan. Plus since the Proaccurate withstands temperatures up to 482 degrees Fahrenheit you won t melt through several probes in the course of a year s cooking. A magnetic back and folding stand let you store the thermometer on a counter or stove. A handy 24-hour count-up count-down timer also functions solo to aid any cooking task. This commercial-quality thermometer is calibrated to the National Sanitation Foundation standards--the highest standards achievable. It runs on a single AAA battery included with purchase. Digital programmable thermometer; high-heat stainless steel probe and cable Great for roasts barbecue candy-making and deep-fat frying Check internal food temperatures without opening oven door; alarm sounds when food is done Runs off a single AAA battery (included) Measures temperatures from 32 to 482 degrees Fahrenheit (0 to 250 degrees Celsius)