Hey guy's and gals, I am looking for a wilrell model, preferable with two probes to be used with my smoker. I have had the Maveric et-73 that lasted all of two-three months before dying, so I'd like to find another option.... Any info will be great, thank you!
I did a lot of looking and couldn't find anything better than the ET-73. What happened to yours?
It has completly died out. At first I had great range, then that started to dropp off. I tryed changing batterys two times with no luck. Now I ccant get better than a foot or two, and today not even a foot.
Is it still under warranty? If so, don't take a hammer to it just yet ;D
I have no idea.... ..I didn't save any papper work... nor did I send any warty card in, well if there was one.. don't rember that....
I would e-mail who ever I bought it from.
The mavericks have been great remotes for most of the Forum members.
All you need for a warranty claim is proof of purchase (no card necessary). If you bought from an online source you might have that proof in purchase confirmation email or if from Amazon you can download an invoice from past purchases.
I no longer have any purchase confirmation.... Should have saved it I guess, just figured that it would have worked.... It's fine I'll just stick to old fanshioned stick thermometers.. I won't buy a Maveric again... Thanks everyone.
Whats the deal with mavericks? Everyone talks like they ARE THE ONLY one to own. Consumer reports rates it pretty low in comparison to just about every other brand. Polder being the top dog.
I dont think it breaks the ratings down to wireless or not, only leave in and instant read.
polder? I'll have to check them out... Thanks.
The Polder I had was a piece of cr*p!
Tossed it out.
I have a maverick ET-73, and I am not to fond of it, I managed to break the battery door the first day, so ever since I have no back on it.
I contacted them about it and I never heard back so that is that, I don't think I would buy another either.
Unfortunately I don't think there is anything better out there, I'm not worried about that range just so long as I can get up to 20ft I am happy.
My ET-73 is pretty fragile as well. Case broke, switch broke off, etc.
The ET-7 (dual probe) is a nice alternative. I've got an old old Maverick that is the single probe and it works like a champ. Been using it for 5+ years.
I wish thermoworks made an affordable remote thermometer.
I wish I could find my post, but I can't. Before I bought my Maverick I decided on another brand, it looked a lot better. I ordered it but it never came. About 5 months after they contacted me and said it was in stock. I already had both my Mavericks.
There aren't a whole lot of choices. What I don't like is no temp program - just pick meat and degree of doneness. Those are useless in my mind. On the you-set-the temp and wireless, had an Acurite for several years that was very reliable, it died when I dropped it for the XX time. They have a single probe wireless model that is entirely temp program (no pre-stored temps) for $32 at Amazon. Here's a link to the Amazon page (http://www.amazon.com/Acu-2dRite-Wireless-Thermometer-Remote-Pager/dp/B000NPROPQ).
Yeah, it looks like I will just have to find a decient non-wireless unit, and be happy with that. I was liking not have to run out every hour to check temps though. But if you cant reley on a product, why buy again.
I bought a Bradley because it works, and it will last a while. In the past I owned a ECB, which doesnt work all that well, so I got rid of it.... I like to own things that work even if they do cost more, reliability is worth the extra cost.
Well, my ET-73 still works - knock on wood.
I have arthritis and didn't want to to keep running around checking the smoker. The PID I got relieves me from constantly checking the cabinet temp.
Then it's an estimate of cooking time. I have a wired Oneida (cheap) that I've used for years in the grill, oven and smoker. It still works. Then check it from time to time.
But, as I said, the ET-73 still works and makes life easier for keeping track of the IT.
I liked mine untill it quit on me... If it worked I'd still be using it... I just don't plan on buying another based on the life span of the one I own now.
Quote from: KevinG on May 26, 2010, 06:59:04 AM
I wish I could find my post, but I can't. Before I bought my Maverick I decided on another brand, it looked a lot better. I ordered it but it never came. About 5 months after they contacted me and said it was in stock. I already had both my Mavericks.
Kevin;
Was it this one: Nu-Temp NU-701 (http://www.nu-temp.com/701.htm)
If not someone did, and it was on back order. A little pricey, but a lot of options. You can be monitoring meats being cooked in several different devices.
I can go on and on about buying thermometers. Seem to have little to no luck with them lasting anytime.
I also wish thermoworks made an affordable remote thermometer.
Larry
Quote from: Habanero Smoker on May 26, 2010, 01:34:42 PM
Quote from: KevinG on May 26, 2010, 06:59:04 AM
I wish I could find my post, but I can't. Before I bought my Maverick I decided on another brand, it looked a lot better. I ordered it but it never came. About 5 months after they contacted me and said it was in stock. I already had both my Mavericks.
Kevin;
Was it this one: Nu-Temp NU-701 (http://www.nu-temp.com/701.htm)
If not someone did, and it was on back order. A little pricey, but a lot of options. You can be monitoring meats being cooked in several different devices.
Yep that was it Habs.
Maybe if we get enough people together we could
get thermoworks to work a deal?
I have a new smoker coming and could use
a couple of good dual probes.
Quote from: Up In Smoke on May 26, 2010, 03:26:33 PM
Maybe if we get enough people together we could
get thermoworks to work a deal?
I have a new smoker coming and could use
a couple of good dual probes.
I would gladly jump on that bandwagon.
Larry
This is the country of law suits
Maybe a class action on Maverick? We all get $1.23. >:(
Quote from: KevinG on May 26, 2010, 02:16:46 PM
Quote from: Habanero Smoker on May 26, 2010, 01:34:42 PM
Quote from: KevinG on May 26, 2010, 06:59:04 AM
I wish I could find my post, but I can't. Before I bought my Maverick I decided on another brand, it looked a lot better. I ordered it but it never came. About 5 months after they contacted me and said it was in stock. I already had both my Mavericks.
Kevin;
Was it this one: Nu-Temp NU-701 (http://www.nu-temp.com/701.htm)
If not someone did, and it was on back order. A little pricey, but a lot of options. You can be monitoring meats being cooked in several different devices.
Yep that was it Habs.
I see they are still out of stock. ???
I know, I just checked it again. I can't understand that, how can they keep running out. Hire more people - we need the jobs and they need the business.
Quote from: KevinG on May 27, 2010, 08:41:31 AM
I know, I just checked it again. I can't understand that, how can they keep running out. Hire more people - we need the jobs and they need the business.
..... or the people they hired didn't make them very good and they are having problems with them.
Ok, let me re-phrase - hire more competent people. ;D
OK folks here is the information that I have found out. I contacted THERMOWORKS. I spoke with Mr. Randy Owens and asked about wireless thermometers. Does Thermoworks have one or is there one possibly in the works? Randy said that currently they do not have a wireless thermometer. They are however in the information gathering phase of the design process in the creation of a Thermoworks version of the wireless thermometer.
I must admit I am SORRY. I volunteered you guys to do some market research. The question is What would we/you like to see your wireless thermometer do or have incorporated into it? I would say to keep in mind all of the applications that this could be used for, Electric smokers, grills, Stick burners, Smoke houses. What are the little things things that would make it better? Such as:
- Longer Probe cord
- Computer interface
- Backlit Display on sending unit and receiver
What are your Ideas and Suggestions?
- multiple temperature probes (3, one could double as meat or CT probe)
- long probe wires
- superior transmitting range w/ (optional) external antennas
- temperature logging capabilities (w/ computer interface)
- WATER RESISTANT
Affordable, realiability, good service on the down side.
Up and down programmable timer and temperature controller (instead of just one direction).
I'll second STC's especially the moisture resistance.
The computer interface part would most likely be a different product, since that will jack up the price point. (but it would be really cool)
All of the above and a LOUDER ALARM, some of us sleep right through the little beeps of the ones on the market now. ::)
Strictly for our application be able to interface with the PID and transmit temps would be pretty cool.
The back lit idea is for the guys that are doing overnight cooks at home or at a comp.
BTW Thanks for all the ideas guys.
I'm with you OU need to be hooked directly to a car horn for me to hear it!! ;D
Don't want much, do ya squirt?
I can do without the computer I/F. A louder alarm would be nice. So would be 5 foot cables. Probes that don't die when you take 'em near the sink would also be good. The range on my ET-73 is pretty good ever since squirt told be to get some decent batteries. A little more range wouldn't hurt but there are probably FCC regs on that.
All of the above, plus the ability for the receiver to connect with multiple transmitters; such as the Nu-Temp 701.
I'm simple ..
2 probe channel minimum
6' probe cords good to 600+ °F
temp sense and display to 450-500 °F
water/fat/liquid resistant probes (submersible for cleaning)
no pre-programmed meat guides - user set temps only
count-up and count-down timer for each channel
temp display on the remote receiver; 1/2 switchable
50' xmit/receive distance outside to inside
durable
12 mos warranty
under $75
I agree with all ideas,
the only thing i haven't seen is
Accurate, consistent, and ac/dc power capability.
A little larger buttons for those of us with fumbly fingers,
and maybe a little larger readout font???
PPLLEEEEAAAASSE
Thank you Chris for taking the ball on this!
I APPRECIATE YA BROTHER!!!!
STC and BLSH have the right idea. I have a Maverick ET-73, and it works now after a probe replacement. I had poor to no response with their customer relations, and ended up getting the replacement probe from another source >:( Longer range would be a help for me. Different batteries didn't help.
I did discuss the option of submersible probes for cleaning and for use when shocking sausage and such in cold water. The technology is out there but it would make the unit cost prohibitive. Plain English that means they can make one but a $50 unit would become a $150 unit.
*Two or possible three probes (longer probes made of higher quality high temp wire).
* Range greater than 100 feet... 300 feet would be nice.
* Computor interface/montoring.
* Blue tooth compatibility. ( Able to send temp undates to cell phone, e-mail, ect..)
* Backlit display would be real nice.
* Quality, good service, dependability.