It's important not to exceed the temperature limits of the MEATER probe to avoid potentially damaging or breaking it. Please follow the guidelines below to keep your probes in the best possible condition.
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About MEATER Temperature Sensors
Temperature Sensors
MEATER probes all have two types of temperature sensors: internal and ambient. The internal sensor(s) measure the temperature inside the meat, while the ambient sensor measures the temperature just outside the meat. Together, they contribute to calculating the estimated cook time that's seen in the MEATER app.
- See Internal Temperature Sensors, and Ambient Temperature Sensor for additional insights into how each sensor functions.
Temperature Limits
If you use them above in these temperatures, the probes may become damaged, leading to inaccurate results in the future or destruction of the sensors entirely.
Alpha Collection
Max Internal Temp: 100°C / 212°F
Max Ambient Temp: 275°C / 527°F
Max Charger Temp: 60°C / 140°F
Pro Collection
Max Internal Temp: 105°C / 221°F
Max Ambient Temp: 550°C / 1000°F
Max Charger Temp: 60°C / 140°F
More about temperature limits
These limits are based off the reasonable temperatures expected when cooking meats.
The internal components of the MEATER are not expected to reach high temperatures, as they are shielded by the meat itself. The internal temperature of the meat should never reach the recommended limit, or exceed it, as it would be inedible due to complete moisture loss.
For our Alpha collection (MEATER Original, MEATER Plus and MEATER Block), the ambient sensor should only be used within the limits because it is only intended for use in indirect heat. If you were to sear your meat in a pan with the MEATER inserted, for example, you would risk permanently damaging the ambient sensor. For situations such as this, we always recommend finding a compromise, such as a reverse sear method where the MEATER is used for the cooking but not the searing.