Food thermometer TFA 30.1013 digital, range -40 to 200 °C, LR44 battery, probe length 152 mm

TFA 30.1013 is a handheld digital food thermometer designed for quick point measurements in cooked food, liquids and refrigeration. The instrument covers a wide temperature range from -40 to 200 °C (-40 to 392 °F) and comes with a slim housing and a 152 mm probe for convenient access into food items and containers. The thermometer is battery powered (LR44 included), waterproof, and provides one-second measurement updates, making it suitable for kitchen use, catering and basic quality control tasks that require fast, reliable temperature checks.

Advantages

The thermometer offers a compact form factor and a short sensor for easy immersion into liquids, powdered and plastic materials. It features good accuracy within the most commonly used temperature window and provides hold, max/min and reversible °C/°F functions for flexible readings. A waterproof design and a included clip in a lightweight plastic case increase usability and safe handling in wet kitchen environments.

Suitable for

• Checking core temperatures of cooked food and meals
• Measuring liquids such as soups, sauces and beverages
• Temperature checks in refrigeration and cold storage
• Rapid spot checks in catering and food service operations
• Basic quality control where point temperature readings are required

Key specifications

• Measurement range: -40 to 200 °C (-40 to 392 °F)
• Probe length: 152 mm (short sensor 75 mm mentioned for immersion)
• Probe housing dimensions: slim body approx. 20 × 16 mm
• Overall dimensions and weight: approx. 150 × 20 × 16 mm, 40 g
• Accuracy: ±0.8 °C / 1.8 °F from -20 to 100 °C; ±2 °C / 3.6 °F outside this range
• Response time: measures per second (1 s update rate)
• Functions: ON/OFF switch, HOLD, MAX/MIN, selectable °C/°F
• Protection: waterproof construction
• Power supply: LR44 button cell (included)
• Housing: plastic case with clip for attachment

How to use

Switch the thermometer on using the ON/OFF switch and select the desired temperature unit (°C or °F). Insert the probe into the product so that the sensing tip is positioned at the point where the temperature should be checked. Allow the display to stabilize (readings update every second) and use the HOLD function to keep a value on the display if needed. Use MAX/MIN to capture peak or minimum temperatures during a sequence of measurements. After use, switch the device off and clean the probe according to hygienic practices; ensure the waterproof seals remain intact when cleaning.

Usage recommendations

For accurate core temperature readings in cooked food, insert the probe into the thickest part without touching bone or the container wall. When measuring liquids or powders, immerse the probe tip sufficiently to cover the sensor area. Replace the LR44 battery when display dimming or inconsistent readings occur, and regularly verify accuracy against a calibrated reference if used for formal quality control.