disinfectant wipes for temp probe

[bama bbq]

Based on some fairly significant conversation about when to insert the temp probe (after exterior excedes 140*) so not to introduce critters into the meat, does anyone use this or a similar product?: http://www.thermoworks.com/products/accessories/wipes.html

 

[bamafan]

Have to say it probably a good Idea but to be honest. I close my thermopen up and only wipe it off when I think of it? Never made anyone sick yet. But in the age of politically correct? Also used to drink straight from the creek.

 

[bmudd14474]

I use Alcohol pads.

 

[SmokinAl]

I use paper towels soaked with rubbing alcohol.

 

[thin blue smoke]

I use paper towels soaked with rubbing alcohol.

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[chef jimmyj]

I just use Soap and Hot water...If Probe was clean on the first stick, exterior at 140*, you are not introducing any bacteria. The only time you need to have disinfecting wipes handy would be for multiple sticks using an Instant read, like in a Restaurant situation or to test IT of multiple meats at different stages of cooking. Considering you should not be punching holes in your meat anyway, by the time it becomes necessary to test for IT the meat is very nearly cooked and the IT would instantly kill anything that may be on the probe. Bottom line if you are really worried get them but outside of a restaurant I have never had to use them...JJ

 

[oldschoolbbq]

Alcohol swabs Trish brings in in her pocket from work.

 

[scarbelly]

I just use Soap and Hot water...If Probe was clean on the first stick, exterior at 140*, you are not introducing any bacteria. The only time you need to have disinfecting wipes handy would be for multiple sticks using an Instant read, like in a Restaurant situation or to test IT of multiple meats at different stages of cooking. Considering you should not be punching holes in your meat anyway, by the time it becomes necessary to test for IT the meat is very nearly cooked and the IT would instantly kill anything that may be on the probe. Bottom line if you are really worried get them but outside of a restaurant I have never had to use them...JJ

I do the same thing - 

 

[pops6927]

i've got myself hooked on Zeiss Lens Cleaning Wipes from Walmart, they are $2.97 for a box of 50 6"x5" for your eyeglasses.  They are a ammonia-free alcohol wipe, basically.  I carry several in my pocket at all times.  You can use them for many things, like cleaning LCD laptops and iPads, cellphones, camera lens, plus your glasses, sunglasses, etc, and probes, too!  Something handy to have and a great little thing to offer others needing them!  

 

[bama bbq]

I like the idea of a multi tasker.  I have just been using a soapy wet cloth to clean the probes.

 

[ironhorse07]

I got a pack when I ordered my first Thermopen. But mostly I just use soap and water. The wipes are handy when camping and qing tho.

 

[alelover]

I just wash it with S&W after I use it. I always wait a few hours before I probe the meat so I figure the surface has to be at least 140 by then.

 

[oldschoolbbq]

I keep my Mavericks inside the house for trying to save the cost of getting another one.

I place them back in the box and rolled nicely tied with a twist tye , the probe gets washed each time I use it (wipe off the probe only , don't wet it...), then I wipe it down with Alcohol before each insertion . Sanitary wipes are sold , but are expensive , so...

Just sayin'...