CDN TCG400 - Candy & Deep Fry Ruler Thermometer

I've always wanted one of these and finally decided to splurge for one. This thermometer works great, is easy to read and easy to clean. I love that I no longer have to guess at the temperature of my oil when frying and I imagine that it would be awesome for making candy and other goodies.

I've used this thermometer for both candy and deep frying and it's worked perfectly in both methods. It's large enough that I don't have to get a magnifying glass to read the degree settings, and it's easy to clean (a big plus for me). It's also heavy enough that I don't have to keep holding and pressing down into the liquid. This is a perfect product for cooks at all levels.

I graduated with a degree in pastry and bought this for my sugar artistry class and it worked magnificently! It clipped onto the sides of our pots easily and read the temperature perfectly. My chef instructed me to clean them well, wrap it in a paper towel, and keep it in a cardboard tube (i used and old paper towel roll) to ensure that it lasts because apparently these break easily/get water trapped inside and the lifespan is drastically cut down. The only reason I did not give it five stars is because the edges are a bit sharp. It could be related to getting a paper cut if you are not careful with the way you hold it. I never actually got cut because I was ginger with the handling (I like for my belongings to last forever!) so honestly it was fine for everyday use if you want. Would recommend anyone to buy that's looking for a candy or fryer thermometer!

Perfect for all cooking that needs a certain temp. I thought about a digital thermometer but I always used this easy read one. It is very easy to read. Sits securely in my pot and I don’t have to replace a battery Cleaning is just a swish under running water

I got this more for deep frying rather than candy making. It works great for what I need it to do. It is accurate and it clips to the edge of my pot. I like that it has a spacer around it so it doesn't come in contact with the pot itself. This is handy because if it touches the pot, you can get an inaccurate temp reading. Definitely a good buy.

I received this item and immediately discovered that the column had a gap/bubble in the red indicator liquid. I knew that this couldn't be by design so I did the boiling water and the ice water calibration tests and this showed that the thermometer is off by 6 degrees F. Anyone who has made candy before will know the importance of obtaining the exact temp of their candy or it simply won't turn out. Additionally, in the process of adjusting the clip I cut my finger on the unfinished back edges of the bracket; it was covered with burrs and is unsafe. I am a working Certified Executive Chef and I deal with thermometers and temperature reporting/recording devices all day every day as well as very sharp knives and cutting blades and it is my professional opinion that this device is a piece of crap; to be cut by something (that won't accurately work) just by making a simple clip adjustment is unacceptable. If I were able to, I would rate this a negative 5 Stars but this site wont allow that. I am returning this to Amazon and I hope that they sent it back to the manufacturer-in CHINA!

I bought this in May to make macaroons and it evolved into French fries, fried chicken, frostings. Today while trying to fry sesame balls, I heard what sounded like a pop and when I looked at the thermometer I saw the red line interrupted and not looking normal. I picked it up and saw some glass shards in my oil and the thermometer was broken. Sad.. Lasted about 4 months, one of which I was too sick to use it. Need to find a more durable replacement.

It is a highly visible, stable thermometer. The sturdy mounting clip affixes to a number of different cooking utensils especially a Dutch Oven for deep frying delicious calzones. Pots with lips are no problem. You can mount it and work with it with it not sliding all over the place. The graduations are highly visible so watching your temps is a no-brainer.The mounting clip is substantial and very sturdy so you can rest it in the bottom of the frying unit and not have to worry about it falling over or in your frying oil.I like it, wish I had seen this unit a long time ago.

Habe mir das Thermometer zum kochen meiner Peanut-Brittles gekauft, das es beim Candy machen auf die exakte Temperatur ankommt. Absolut positiv finde ich den unteren Metallschutz vom Thermometer-Glas, da man beim ruehren auch gerne mal ans Glas anstoesst, und so ein Desaster vermeidet. Die Klemme auf der Rueckseite zum korrekten Einspannen ist leicht verstellbar, und sitzt fest am Topfrand. Die Reinigung ist total easy, einfach unter heissem Wasser abspuelen ... und feddisch :-))

If like me you are partial to cooking your own prawn crackers or spring rolls you will see that they have to be cooked in a deep fryer or a wok. I used to cook mines in the deep-fryer and the oil would get burned each time (had to turn the fryer up to MAX each time). After a few times I had to clean the whole fryer and replace 3.5 ltrs of oil. Not cheap !! This thermometer allows me to deep fry crackers in a wok using only 1+3/4 cup of oil. Regulating the temp as per the thermometer. I can then let the oil cool and store it. The 3.5 ltrs in the deep-fryer meanwhile lasts for ages just doing the odd portion of chips. It also has printed settings for making your own candy - havent tried making that yet. Great service from these guys re delivery and packaging and a great price for a kitchen instrument that has a 5 year guarantee!!

Not find it of any use.wastage of money

it's nice and work very well. just let it cool slowly before cleaning it

Ich kann leider nichts zum Gebrauch sagen, nur zur Optik, denn als ich das Thermometer aus der sperrigen Hartplastikhülle entfernen wollte schnippte es auf den Boden und zerbrach. Also Vorsicht! Das Thermometer war super. Deshalb empfehle ich es guten Grwissens weiter.