Looking for a reliable tough thermometer which won't take much room or can be attached to my kit. Anyone got a good one.
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I saw a good display of thermometers in Go Outdoors. Problem was, despite all being in the same place, they all showed different readings.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/THERMOMETER-AND-COMPASS-KEYRING-WALKING-RAMBLERS-HIKERS-CAMPING-RUNNING-TRAVEL-/261179682503?pt=UK_SportingGoods_Camping_Accessories&hash=item3ccf85aec7
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/3-in-1-Metal-Carabiner-Keyring-Compass-Thermometer-7cm-Hook-Clip-Keychain-/231086668022?pt=UK_Keyrings&hash=item35cdd6b8f6
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/3-in-1-Compass-Thermometer-Keyring-Clip-Hiking-Camping-Canvas-Hook-Keychain-/231136275107?pt=UK_Keyrings&hash=item35d0cbaaa3
Here are a couple i have been looking at on Ebay.
just dont know how accurate they will be.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/3-in-1-Metal-Carabiner-Keyring-Compass-Thermometer-7cm-Hook-Clip-Keychain-/231086668022?pt=UK_Keyrings&hash=item35cdd6b8f6
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/3-in-1-Compass-Thermometer-Keyring-Clip-Hiking-Camping-Canvas-Hook-Keychain-/231136275107?pt=UK_Keyrings&hash=item35d0cbaaa3
Here are a couple i have been looking at on Ebay.
just dont know how accurate they will be.
Hi,
The Nokia 5140 has a reliable thermometer (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Nokia-5140i-BLACK-UNLOCKED-GRADE-B-/181306076020?hash=item2a36af2b74) and plenty of other gadgets in a waterproof package.
No bluetooth though. (No connection with ebay seller)
The Nokia 5140 has a reliable thermometer (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Nokia-5140i-BLACK-UNLOCKED-GRADE-B-/181306076020?hash=item2a36af2b74) and plenty of other gadgets in a waterproof package.
No bluetooth though. (No connection with ebay seller)
i have these for hanging on my rige line in the hammock,cheap,tough and accurate:
available from: http://www.espressoservices.co.uk/espresso_accessories.html
or here: [url]http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Dial-Fridge-Freezer-Thermometer-Kitchen-Appliance-With-Hanging-Hook-/190912883441
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available from: http://www.espressoservices.co.uk/espresso_accessories.html
or here: [url]http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Dial-Fridge-Freezer-Thermometer-Kitchen-Appliance-With-Hanging-Hook-/190912883441
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I got one of the cheapo "outdoors/camping/survival" thermometers. Made in china and of really naff quality. Binned it after a few days of ridiculous readings. I'm still on the lookout and reckon the Zeal link above is probably the best bet. But ideally something credit card sized with the ability to hang outside a bag and be able to tolerate a little abuse would be my ideal.
Been there done that.
1. Key ring (go outdoor) type with compass are useless, inacurate and the red stuff inside gets air locked.
2. Fridge ones (one pound in tesco/ebay) with bimetal indicator are decent but the redout is difficult due the tiny and inaccurate scale.
3. What you need is a waterproof digital thermometer.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/Fish-Aqua...ermometer&_dcat=117435&Type=Thermometer&rt=nc
Or just walk in to any pet shop. Just make shure they can read below zero temperatures.
I'm using my watch (casio 9400) strapped to my shoulder strap/tarp ridgeline.
Or you can go all out for something with min max memory and even outside probe (rarely waterproof):
http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_sacat=0&_from=R40&_nkw=min+max+thermometer&_sop=15
1. Key ring (go outdoor) type with compass are useless, inacurate and the red stuff inside gets air locked.
2. Fridge ones (one pound in tesco/ebay) with bimetal indicator are decent but the redout is difficult due the tiny and inaccurate scale.
3. What you need is a waterproof digital thermometer.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/Fish-Aqua...ermometer&_dcat=117435&Type=Thermometer&rt=nc
Or just walk in to any pet shop. Just make shure they can read below zero temperatures.
I'm using my watch (casio 9400) strapped to my shoulder strap/tarp ridgeline.
Or you can go all out for something with min max memory and even outside probe (rarely waterproof):
http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_sacat=0&_from=R40&_nkw=min+max+thermometer&_sop=15
Wimoto is about to release it's line of bluetooth environmental sensors. They will record readings in the unit and also transmit to a bluetooth device.
When they are released, I'll be getting one.
I've gone through a myriad of thermometers, most have been unsuccesful. The one that has lasted has been an Aldi max/min digital type. The wire did snap on mine in the cold, so I replaced it with tougher and more flexible silicone wire.
When they are released, I'll be getting one.
I've gone through a myriad of thermometers, most have been unsuccesful. The one that has lasted has been an Aldi max/min digital type. The wire did snap on mine in the cold, so I replaced it with tougher and more flexible silicone wire.
Well thanks so far for the input, I ended up ordering one of the following
http://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/231136275107
(No connection to seller)
I discovered I had an electronic one on a compass which I got as a GIO a while ago. So comparing the temperature reading from that.
The keyring one is matching the same. Tested both indoors and outside. Compass no good.
Further testing over the next month.
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http://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/231136275107
(No connection to seller)
I discovered I had an electronic one on a compass which I got as a GIO a while ago. So comparing the temperature reading from that.
The keyring one is matching the same. Tested both indoors and outside. Compass no good.
Further testing over the next month.
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