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Transparent handheld infrared thermometer with backlit LCD display

REED INSTRUMENTS

REED INSTRUMENTS FS-200-NIST Infrared Thermometer 8:1 392°F

SKU CH-KK87-WFVDM

Measures surface temperature from -58 °F to 392 °F with fixed 0.95 emissivity and NIST certification

  • TypeFood Preparation
  • ColorTransparent
  • NIST-certified accuracy for food safety compliance
  • Infrared range from -58 °F to 392 °F covers frozen to hot foods
  • Fixed 0.95 emissivity gives reliable surface readings without adjustment
  • Backlit LCD display ensures clear results in dim kitchens
  • Accuracy within ±2 % of reading above 4 °F for dependable checks

Food-Service Infrared Thermometer

The REED INSTRUMENTS FS-200-NIST is a non-contact infrared thermometer calibrated for food-service environments. It measures surface temperatures from -58 to 392 degrees Fahrenheit (-50 to 200 degrees Celsius) and includes a NIST-traceable calibration certificate for regulatory compliance. The fixed emissivity of 0.95 suits typical food and liquid surfaces. A backlit LCD allows clear readings in low-light kitchen conditions.

Practical Limits of the 8:1 Optics

The 8:1 distance-to-spot ratio requires the user to hold the unit relatively close to the target for an accurate measurement area. Fixed emissivity at 0.95 means readings on shiny metal pans, foil or low-emissivity surfaces will be inaccurate without surface treatment. Accuracy varies across the range: +/-9 degrees Fahrenheit from -58 to 4 degrees Fahrenheit, and +/-2 percent of reading from 4 to 392 degrees Fahrenheit. The device only measures surface temperature, not internal food doneness.

Replaces Probe Thermometers for Surface Checks

This unit replaces contact probe thermometers when speed and cross-contamination prevention are priorities for surface readings. It upgrades from uncertified infrared guns by providing documented NIST calibration for health inspections. The jump is worth it for line checks, receiving inspections and equipment surface verification where probe insertion is impractical. It does not replace probe thermometers required for internal temperature validation of cooked proteins.

Highlights

  • NIST-certified accuracy for food safety compliance
  • Infrared range from -58 °F to 392 °F covers frozen to hot foods
  • Fixed 0.95 emissivity gives reliable surface readings without adjustment
  • Backlit LCD display ensures clear results in dim kitchens
  • Accuracy within ±2 % of reading above 4 °F for dependable checks

Specifications

BrandREED INSTRUMENTS
TypeFood Preparation
ColorTransparent

Questions about this item

Should I choose the 392°F model or a higher-range infrared thermometer?

The FS-200-NIST measures up to 392°F (200°C), which covers most cooking tasks such as grilling, frying and oven checks. If you regularly work above 392°F you would need a model with a higher maximum.

What does the 8:1 distance-to-spot ratio mean when I am checking a pan on the hob?

At 8 inches away the thermometer reads a 1-inch circle, so you can stand back from steam or splatter and still target the pan surface accurately.

How does the fixed 0.95 emissivity affect readings on shiny stainless steel?

The emissivity is locked at 0.95, which is correct for most foods and matte surfaces; on polished metal it will read low, so apply a drop of oil or use a matte tape patch for reliable results.

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