Taylor Classic Candy and Deep-Fry Analog Thermometer

by Taylor

Product Features

• Easy-to-read, 8-inch face measures temperatures from 100 to 400 degrees F
• Made of stainless steel; 12 inches long overall
• Face shows proper candy temperatures, from thread to hard-crack
• Insulated handle's adjustable clip secures thermometer to pan
• Safe to use in dishwasher

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 0.8 x 1.2 x 15 inches ; 8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00004XSC9
• Item model number: 5983
• Average Customer Review: 2.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (114 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,493 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)
  • #2 in Kitchen & Dining > Kitchen Utensils & Gadgets > Thermometers & Timers > Candy

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

This high-temperature thermometer takes the guesswork out of deep-frying chicken, doughnuts, and french fries or making jelly, fudge, or butterscotch. Its easy-to-read 8-inch face measures temperatures from 100 to 400 degrees F. The face shows proper candy-making temperatures, from "thread" to "hard crack." An adjustable clip on the insulated handle secures the thermometer to a pan. Made of stainless steel with a shatterproof plastic lens, the thermometer measures 12 inches long overall and is dishwasher-safe. --Fred Brack

Product Description

Stainless Steel Confectionery/Deep Fry Thermometer, Pan Clip, Cool Grip Black Plastic Handle, -100 To 400&Degree F&-40 To 200&Degree, C Zoned Scale.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

132 of 136 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best, March 26, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Taylor Classic Candy and Deep-Fry Analog Thermometer (Kitchen)

I have been using this for quite a while for candy making. Although some of the writing has washed off, I can still read the indentations and so continue to use it. Of all of the thermometers I own (and I have several), it is the most accurate. Candy thermometers should always be tested before each use by putting them in boiling water and adjusting your final temperature by any +- they show from true 212F or 100C boiling temp. This one has never needed any adjustments; others have been off 6 to 8 degrees. Because of this, its strength (no exposed glass bulb to break) and its ease in cleaning(dishwasher-proof), this is the only candy thermomoter I recommend when teaching candy making.

81 of 82 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars accurate, reliable and easy to use, March 9, 2003

By 

audrey (white mtns) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Taylor Classic Candy and Deep-Fry Analog Thermometer (Kitchen)

This is a terrific thermometer. It registers fairly quickly and has a wide range. The clip allows you to hang it on the side of a pan, and the thermometer itself is protected by its metal frame, so you never have to worry about the bulb resting on the bottom of the pan. I've had this thermometer for quite a while and it has stayed accurate.

Best store it upright and in a place where it won't get jostled.

54 of 55 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Disappearing numbers, December 6, 2006

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Miss Dee (Iowa) - See all my reviews

For 30 years my older style Taylor candy thermometer worked like a charm (until I broke it in the sink), so I had no hesitation about replacing it with the same thing but talked myself into a littl more expensive nicer looking model. After making only a couple batches of fudge and penuche I noticed the numbers are flaking away. They are bold and large but I can see that won't make a difference if they all disappear. The steam from the boiling candy seems to soften them so they flake right off. It does have a heavy duty clip and the bulb of the thermometer is well protected but that's the only good thing I can say. It also is less accurate (water boils at 204 instead of 212 degrees on it).