There is an obvious appeal to it can measure the temperature of the food without touching it. However, the same things that make it a great thermometer are also its downsides. There are limitations to using an infrared thermometer, one of which is the inability to use it in water.
* Can You Use an Infrared Thermometer in Water?
* What Type of Thermometer is Best for Water?
* Is an Infrared Thermometer Accurate on Liquid?
* Can Infrared Thermometers Work Through Glass or Clear Plastic?
* What Temperatures Do Infrared Thermometers Measure?
* Best Practices for Using an Infrared Thermometer
* The Bottom Line
The short answer is no. But the long answer is that there is a specific technique to use when measuring water temperature with an infrared thermometer. If you want to use an infrared thermometer to measure the temperature of water or any form of liquid, you have to stir that liquid vigorously first before measuring it with the thermometer. The stirring action will ensure that the liquid on the surface is at the same temperature as the liquid below the surface.
However, you cannot use an infrared thermometer to measure the temperature of boiling water. The boiling action releases steam, and that steam can result in inaccurate temperature readings.
What Type of Thermometer is Best for Water?
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