Greenhorn from northern IL

[northern greenhorn]

I'm new to the life of smoking food, I've been reading Jeffs course, but I have a question. I have a digital thermometer that has a silicone insulated wire, is this safe for using in the smoker or do I need to find one that has a metal braided covered wire? I just bought my smoker from the bass pro shop, it's a propane vertical smoker the Landmann smokey mountain 2 drawer model. If I do need a different thermometer which one is highly recommended? Thanks

 

[chisoxjim]

welcome to SMF greenhorn.

Im in Illinois as well.

 

[jdt]

welcome to the SMF, I use the taylor didis and have not had any problems with the silicon coated probe other than it gets cut easier than a steel braided probe but the steel braided can kink and get weird so its a double edged sword.

 

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[chef jeff tx]

Howdy, welcome to the SMF!!

 

[richoso1]

Welcome to the SMF. You should be ok with that type of probe cable. I have both types, and I find no difference in thier care or durability. It's all good my friend.

 

[irishteabear]

Welcome to SMF. Glad you joined us.

 

[northern greenhorn]

Thanks for the warm welcome, and thanks for the info

 

[rickw]

Welcome to SMf from another Illinoisan, where in IL are you located.

 

[denver dave]

Welcome aboard.You are gonna like it here.

 

[etcher1]

Welcome to the SMF forum, You came to the right place. Good people and good info.

 

[mballi3011]

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[caveman]

Welcome to the forum Greenhorn. My themo's all have the covered wire & one of them tweaked because I was closing my lid on top of it. I was not happy. There was no damage done but I would rather have them in "Great" shape than "Ok" shape. I ordered two more & my collection stands at 4. None of them are plastic. I have found a hole to stick my probes through, so no more tweaking, if you will. I see it this way, if it breaks, time to upgrade. Spare thermo's are a great thing to have around. Enjoy the forum. You are in the best hands possible with these guys.

 

[treegje]

Welcome to the SMF, We are glad to have you onboard