I find myself in need of a new project thermometer today, and figured I 'd ask here for a recomm...

[G+_David Wiggins]

I find myself in need of a new project thermometer today, and figured I'd ask here for a recommendation that hits the sweet spot between price, accurate and reliability. Thanks in advance.

[G+_Eddie Foy]

thermometer or thermostat?

 

If you want accuracy, always test them. Put in ice water, should read 32F/0C and boiling water 212F/100C. (at sea level)

Best to use distilled water.

 

I like the old mercury (or red jiuce) style if speed isn't an issue.

[G+_David Wiggins]

Thermometer. I am debating anything from pharmacy Merc, something like a kitchen model or even a fancy laser one (granted the last is likely to pricy for a dependable one)

[G+_Eddie Foy]

Also depends on what you are measuring.

solids, liquids, surfaces, gases, and temp range.

I like the merc ones, but have a tough time getting a good angle to read them.  But they are simple, repeatable and once initial calibration/test, remain accurate.

I've had issues with the infrad read ones, (unless  a high quality one.) giving varying temps as I get closer.  (but I do trust my thermal cam after set up)

Thermocouplers are very stable and accurate.

[G+_David Wiggins]

Sounds like old reliable is the way to go, then. Thanks.