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The ThermoWorks IRT-2 is a handheld infrared thermometer with a built-in type T thermocouple socket, so it reads surface temperature and probe temperature at once on a two-line display. Its 8-dot circle laser outlines the spot being measured, and 12:1 optics give a 1-inch spot at 12 inches, which keeps the lens back from hot surfaces. It covers -76 to 1,022°F with adjustable emissivity, min/max/average, high/low alarms and a backlit display. It suits food QA, HACCP checks, lab work and warehouse inspection; the included penetration probe makes it a two-in-one tool for meat center temps. Rivals in its class rarely combine IR and thermocouple in one body, but owners find the button layout and menu logic clumsy.
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Lowest price we've seen: $134.40 on Nov 1 at ThermoWorks. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 1.
Owners call it fast and accurate, with a bright, easy-to-read display and a probe that makes it a two-in-one tool. Most complaints are about the controls: clunky buttons, confusing combo functions and a hold button that misbehaves.
The ThermoWorks IRT-2 is a handheld infrared thermometer that also reads type T thermocouples. It is made for lab, warehouse, quality assurance and HACCP use. It measures from -76 to 1022°F (550°C).
A circle laser of 8 dots shows the diameter of the area being measured. The circle changes size as you move closer to or farther from the target, so you can always see the spot size. The 12:1 distance-to-spot ratio gives a 1 inch spot at a 12 inch distance. This lets you measure small areas from farther away and keeps the lens cool when measuring hot surfaces.
A thermocouple socket accepts any type T thermocouple probe. A two-line display shows infrared and thermocouple readings at the same time. Emissivity is adjustable for different surface types. The meter has min/max recording, average, C/F selection, high and low audible alarms and a backlit display for poorly lit areas.
