It was one of Daniel Fahrenheit's most famous inventions. Now, after nearly 300 years as a household fixture, the mercury glass thermometer is bound for the museum. The Canadian government ...

Traditional candy (or deep-fry) thermometers clip onto the side of your pot and are made of glass. As the mercury rises, up to 400 degrees, you can see indicators for candy-making (like soft ball ...

If you’re still using a mercury-and-glass thermometer to check a fever, read on. During the past decade, a quiet revolution has taken place, making them nearly obsolete. The new way is digital.

This article was originally on a blog post platform and may be missing photos, graphics or links. See About archive blog posts. Years ago, when my children were young, I remember walking into the ...

The new Digi-Tel electronic thermometer series is available from Tel-Tru Manufacturing Company, a manufacturer of bimetal and digital thermometers, pressure sensors and instrumentation ...

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You can also clean glass thermometers or rectal thermometers with soap and water. Visit Insider's Health Reference library for more advice. A thermometer should be cleaned before and after every use.

When it comes to ensuring safe cooking temperatures for foods this summer, “you need the right tool for the job,” says Stacy Reed, an educator with Penn State Extension in ...