Key benefits Simple, reliable doneness indicator: activates at 79–82°C (175–180°F) and the colored head pops out to show when the target temperature is reached. Hands-off monitoring: insert before cooking and remove when the pop-up appears—no repeated temperature checks or opening the oven as often as with handheld digital probes. Versatile and practical: designed for use with whole poultry, roasts and other thick cuts to help achieve consistent, safe results. How it works The mechanical pop-up activates between 79–82°C (175–180°F). When the thermometer reaches that range the visible colored head pops out, providing a clear visual signal that your food has reached the target temperature. Features and performance Clear visual pop-up indicator for easy doneness confirmation. Simple insertion: place the tip into the thickest part of the meat (avoid bone) before cooking. Designed for continuous monitoring during the cook so you don’t need frequent manual temperature checks. Compatible with a wide range of cooking methods: oven, stove-top, grill, multi-cooker, air fryer, deep fryer and outdoor barbecues. Compatibility and use notes Works for meat, poultry and fish—recommended for whole turkeys, roasts and other thick cuts where internal temperature is the key to doneness. Insert into the thickest part of the food without touching bone. Remove when the colored head pops out. Suitable for professional caterers and home cooks alike. Practical applications Holiday roast turkey: insert before roasting to know when the bird reaches safe, juicy doneness without repeatedly opening the oven. Backyard grilling: use on whole birds or large roasts on the grill to get a reliable, visible done signal. Air fryer or multi-cooker meals: leave the thermometer in place during the cook for continuous indication of reaching 79–82°C (175–180°F). Why customers choose this thermometer Provides a straightforward, visual doneness signal at the specified 79–82°C (175–180°F) threshold, minimizing guesswork and reducing the need to interrupt cooking to check temperature.