Thermocouples for Mash Temp

[Isolec82]

I use a v2 Brew Devil and i am keen to get a better understanding of my actual Mash temperature - rather than the temperature of the wort as it flows over the temperature sensor in the bottom of the boiler. I use a k type thermocouple with a stainless probe for checking boiling temps etc. Initially i was looking for a waterproof food grade k type, but understand k type probes are +/_ 1c. The NTC 10k probes as used on the STC1000 are much more accurate, but can only find plastic coated ones which i am sure are not food rated. I am sure i am not the first person to go down this route!

 

[simon12]

A thermocouple will just be in the way for stiring the mash and cleaning, why not just get a cooking thermometer?

 

[BeerCat]

I have a 300mm SS probe for my STC. About £10 from China. Comes with a 3.5mm jack socket so you can disconnect it. Very happy with it. Just hang it in the middle of the mash.

 

[Isolec82]

Beercat - are you able to leave it in the Mash tun for the whole duration?

 

[BeerCat]

Beercat - are you able to leave it in the Mash tun for the whole duration?

Yes. I cant find the link but it is the same as the one inkbird sell. Here is a 500mm one that would be suitable.

 

[britton]

You could use a thermowell and put an NTC sensor in it.

 

[Isolec82]

300mm k type ordered many thanks