Overview
The VWR 21800-068 Traceable Kangaroo Thermometer is a compact, battery-powered digital thermometer engineered for precise temperature measurement in laboratory and clinical settings. This portable unit combines ease of use with accurate NIST-traceable calibration, making it ideal for researchers, technicians, and quality control professionals who require reliable temperature monitoring without complex operation.
Key Features
- Wide Temperature Range: –58 to 572°F (–50 to 300°C) with 0.1° resolution between –19.9 to 199.9°, otherwise 1° increments
- NIST-Traceable Calibration: Individually numbered certificate from ISO/IEC 17025:2005 accredited calibration laboratory assures measurement traceability to national standards
- Automatic Min/Max Capture: Unit automatically records and recalls minimum and maximum temperature readings over any time period
- Programmable Alarms: High and low temperature alarms configurable in 1° increments; alarm sounds every minute until temperature returns to normal
- Large Easy-Read Display: 1.9 cm (3/4″) digital digits readable from 20 feet away, ideal for hands-free monitoring
- Portable Design: Fits in shirt pocket with built-in flip-open stand; includes 42-inch stainless steel probe cable stored in rear reel-compartment pouch
- Long Battery Life: Silver-oxide battery provides one year of continuous operation
- CE Certified: Meets European conformity standards for laboratory equipment
Technical Specifications
- Temperature Range (°F): –58 to 572°F
- Temperature Range (°C): –50 to 300°C
- Resolution: 0.1° (–19.9 to 199.9°C); 1° (outside this range)
- Accuracy: ±1°C (–30 to 250°C); ±2°C (outside this range)
- Probe Type: Stainless steel with 106.7 cm (42″) cable
- Display Type: LCD digital, 1.9 cm (3/4″) digits
- Display Range: Readable from 6.1 m (20′) distance
- Battery: Silver-oxide, one-year runtime
- Operating Modes: Continuous temperature, min/max capture, hold, high/low alarm
- Certifications: CE marked, NIST-traceable calibration (A2LA accredited 1750.01)
- Dimensions: Compact pocket-sized unit with built-in stand
Typical Applications
- Clinical laboratory temperature monitoring
- Pharmaceutical storage and stability testing
- Incubator and refrigerator validation
- Food service and cold chain verification
- Environmental chamber monitoring
- Quality assurance and compliance documentation
- Portable field temperature surveys
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Laboratory standards requiring NIST-traceable measurement documentation
- ISO/IEC 17025 accredited calibration procedures
- Multi-point calibration verification protocols
- General-purpose laboratory temperature monitoring applications
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- VWR 21800-068 (all versions and revision levels)
- Traceable model 4430 (same internal design)
Works With
- Manual temperature recording and data logging systems
- Standalone operation requires no external software or connectivity
- Compatible with general-purpose temperature monitoring documentation procedures
- Multi-point calibration protocols from A2LA-accredited laboratories
