The description says that the thermometer takes a CR2032 battery, but some reviews say it actually took an A76, smaller battery. Which one is right?
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I haven't had to replace my battery yet but I just checked and it is indeed a CR2032.
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I can now answer my own question. I bought this thermometer soon after posting this and it has the CR2032 battery. I use it frequently and keep forgetting to turn it off, but have not had to change the battery. This is a great item.Thank you, everyone, for your help.
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I own the slighter older version of this thermometer apparently because I just replaced the battery with an LR44 (A76 equivalent) battery. I would not order a spare battery until you have the unit in hand, as it seems there are two versions of this thermometer. Their website has two manuals that differ in the battery section that back this theory up: http://www.thermoworks.com/pdf/user_manuals/Low_Cost_Digitals/RT600C_Super_Fast_Pocket_Thermometer_User_Manual.pdf http://www.thermoworks.com/pdf/user_manuals/Low_Cost_Digitals/RT600C_Super_Fast_Pocket_Thermometer_User_Manual_c.pdf
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From the Thermoworks website, at the bottom of the specs panel.*Units manufactured prior to July 2012 use an LR44 battery. Units manufactured after July 2012 use the CR2032. If you are not sure, remove your battery to check which type you should use in your thermometer.
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Go by the battery that came with the product. Had mine since 7/6/2010 and now working on a 3rd battery (helps to turn it off when you're done). I have the RT600C-N thermometer, which is the same as the Amazon add. Original battery was an A76/LR4 (make unknown), replaced with a Duracell D357 and now replacing that with an Energizer A76. If you google the number from the original battery, you should be able to come up with a description of the battery, which many times includes a flock of equivalent numbers that it can replace. In the info I found, A76 and D357 are listed as replacements for each other, but not CR2032. Also CR2032 replacements don't include A78 or D357. Hope this helps. Go by the battery that came with the product. Had mine since 7/6/2010 and now working on a 3rd battery (helps to turn it off when you're done). I have the RT600C-N thermometer, which is the same as the Amazon add. Original battery was an A76/LR4 (make unknown), replaced with a Duracell D357 and now replacing that with an Energizer A76. If you google the number from the original battery, you should be able to come up with a description of the battery, which many times includes a flock of equivalent numbers that it can replace. In the info I found, A76 and D357 are listed as replacements for... » Read More Go by the battery that came with the product. Had mine since 7/6/2010 and now working on a 3rd battery (helps to turn it off when you're done). I have the RT600C-N thermometer, which is the same as the Amazon add. Original battery was an A76/LR4 (make unknown), replaced with a Duracell D357 and now replacing that with an Energizer A76. If you google the number from the original battery, you should be able to come up with a description of the battery, which many times includes a flock of equivalent numbers that it can replace. In the info I found, A76 and D357 are listed as replacements for each other, but not CR2032. Also CR2032 replacements don't include A78 or D357. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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It uses the flat, round CR2025 3V battery. I use Maxell's and bought them here on Amazon. They work great. You can buy them in bulk here that will last you a long time for far less than buying them at your local electronics retailer.
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No it's not! But I use it all day long at work. And when the thermometer's battery gets low the screen will show an "x", That is simple to do. Put it in a cup of ice with a little water and it should read 32.3F, mine does! It's a really good tool, plus it can get wet.
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Hi...thanks for the answers from everyone. Just for clarity, it is a CR2032 battery. A quick search on Amazon shows you can pick up a 5-pack for $5. Others have spoken about their experience with the battery life. I would recommend turning the tuner off when not in use to maximize the battery life. Thanks!
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It takes two AAA batteries. I have had mine since Nov. 2013 and it continues to work very well and the battery life is quite good, only one battery change since I got it. It is very handy. I added a lanyard from an old camera to the bottom of it and it is easy to carry too. Sorry I don't have the manual handy and am unable to answer the question on recording time.
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CR 2032 for both the sensor and computer. That battery is available at most places that carry batteries i.e. Lowes, Kroger, Walgreens.
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I think the instructions said it uses two use standard CR2032 batteries, as I recall. You can get two dozen for only a few bucks more then a pair of them.
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The scale comes with a CR2032 battery installed ( just remove the insulating strip). A low battery indicator will come on when the battery needs replacing.
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My thermometer stuck on the same temperature but I discovered that changing the battery fixed it. The battery does not last as long as claimed but is adequate. I have not used it to measure air temperature but it does respond slowly and I would think it would even be slower when trying to measure air temperature.
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My spare batteries are all CR2032.. the device is about 2 months old.. works fine.. the transmitter apparently uses a different battery (12 volt). The device works well.. just be sure to hold down button for couple of seconds to give it a chance to set up the frequency and get a response.
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I don't see the a76 and the lr1130 shown as equivalents. If you use Amazon search and look for a76 battery equivalents, the LR44 and others appear to be equivalent to the a76.
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I believe, but I am not certain, that it uses the common CR2032 mercury battery. I am sure it is a mercury battery and they last a long time.
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it uses regular batteries. it comes with a cover that serves as a stand up base (not a rechargeable one). It is the same thermometer I use in my office-I've wasted money on a lot of other thermometers for home use. It's quick and accurate. I can't recommend it enough
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I checked the 1-p. user manual that comes with the scale, and it says "Battery: 2xCR2032," which I assume means it takes two CR 2032 batteries. They're cheap and you can get them at Amazon; I checked, and found 'em at this url:
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I don't know much about batteries beyond AAA and AA batteries, but the one that came with the scale is flat and round. It says +3V on one part if the circumference, then on the other side it says CR2032
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It depends- you can use ONE- CR2032 battery or TWO- CR2016 batteries. It works either way.
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I don't know as I'm still using the original Duracell alkaline battery. However, I haven't used the chronograph for a couple of months . With LCD readout, a good fresh battery should last quite awhile.