This type of thermometer allows me to see, in real time, the temperature of the interior of the oven, it allows me to set a highest temp. alarm that goes off if the oven runs higher than 290F and it also keeps track of temperature range. I now know that my oven cycles to 312, and then to 294 and then its ready. Once pre-heated, I pop the battery out, and re-set and the temp. so I can keep track of the the actual range while a piece is being cured. My oven has a 14 degree cycle range with my new vent (see below) running. I've also found that keeping a ceramic tile in the oven helps to even out the temperature (without it the cycle range is more like 20 degrees).
Kyle finished installing the vent in the corner of the studio that will house all of the things that need to be vented. Soldering will take place directly under the vent, the oven is obviously in the middle and the pickle pot will be to the right.
What a cool solution, I am lucky to have a problem solving husband too - think everyone should have one!
ReplyDeleteWhere did you get it, and how much did it cost?
ReplyDeleteWe got the TruTemp thermometer at Target and it cost $16. Well worth the money in my opinion.
ReplyDeleteBrilliant solution, thank you. Cheaper than the halogen oven on sale this week...(99$)
ReplyDeletewell the halogen oven might be where I head next, when my current oven dies, as it will eventually I know.
ReplyDeleteHi there (and greetings from Cabin Fever Clay Fest). This is the first time I've heard about the halogen oven. What's the deal???!!
ReplyDeleteI switched ovens recently and burnt my beads for the first time in years. Needless to say I switched back to the ugly one. (Rather have an ugly oven, than a cute one that burns stuff!) I would love to get one of those thermometers. It seems if I had tested the new oven with one of those first, I could have avoided the hassle of the fried beads and washing smoke off the walls. Will have to find one.
ReplyDeleteThe fan is an awesome idea as well. Make sure to give your husband an extra hug for helping you with these kinds of things. That is a very loving thing to do. I love it when I get help like that from my husband!