For liquid and semi solid sampling the stainless steel probe is connected to the unit with a 1 metre cable but can be clipped to the instrument body for single handed use measures in c or f range 50 to 150c resolution 01c programmable alarm for minmax values audible alarm at the highlow temperature limits minmax memory data hold function retains displayed value sampling rate of one reading per second impact resistant abs case incorporates a desk stand and compartment