Im not sure what I did but I know it isn't right

[blackthorn]

Thanks! Awhile back I got hold of a thermometer with a probe designed to be placed into a stove pipe and I have not had time to try it in my pot yet. Based on what you tell me, it should work.

[cstrickland]

Thanks! Awhile back I got hold of a thermometer with a probe designed to be placed into a stove pipe and I have not had time to try it in my pot yet. Based on what you tell me, it should work.

yes theoretically it should, but I would need to see the model as there could be issues.

1- how long is the probe.
2- I do not think it will be accurate , but to about +/- say 20% - 25% of the full scale. maybe even less.
3- is the head sealed

you can be off by 50- 75 or so degrees in a flue pipe and it not be a big deal , but for casting I would suggest something way more accurate for repeatability . As stated over a 1000° I fell comfortable with a 10° ( 1% ) variance, but any more ???? If you need one shoot me a PM and we can work something out.

also most of the flue thermometers I see are not sealed at the head, so it could cause temp fluctuations with a draft or off readings if something gets in there . A good bimetal is hermetically sealed

[blackthorn]

I do have a "lead" thermometer as well so when time allows I can fire up the rendering pot and do a comparison. Won't be till after hunting season though. Priorities you know!