VEE GEE Scientific’s digital Pocket thermometers are ideal for temperature monitoring in essentially any setting: Laboratories, for easily monitoring reagents and liquids in test tubes, beakers, and flasks; Food Processing; Refrigeration; Horticulture; and much more. This digital thermometer features a dual temperature scale (°C / °F), fast 1-second update time, and a swiveling head that can be moved a full 180° for easy reading in any position. Both the ON /OFF switch and the Scale Selection switch are located on the face for simple access. The thermistor sensor stems are stainless steel, 3.5mm (0.138") diameter and come with a protective case featuring a pocket clip. Includes a 1.5V alkaline coin cell battery (Type LR44) and features automatic power-off after 10 minutes of idle use.