The thermometer with alarm and timer is great for sausage making. Temperature probe stays in meat or sausage while door is shut. The 45" probe cord with heat resistant (up to 500 degrees) silicon covering allows the door to close while the probe measures internal temperature of the meat. Alarm sounds when desired internal temperature is reached. Digital readout with temperature range of 32 to 390 degrees F. Magnets on bottom so you can easily attach to range.FeaturesProbe can remain in meat or sausage while oven door is closed45" long probe cordHeat resistant up to 500 degrees FAlarm sounds when preset internal temp of meat is reachedCan be used to measure oven or smokehouse temperatureDigital readoutTemperature range between 32-390 degreesKeep probe away from open flame