55 Gallon Drum Thermometer 0-250°F for Heated Liquids

• 0-250°F Temperature Range: Measures drum contents across a useful range for many heating and material handling applications.
• Large 3-Inch Dial: Gives you a clear, easy-to-read temperature display during drum heating and processing tasks.
• 18-Inch Stem: Reaches deep into 55-gallon steel or plastic drums for direct fluid temperature measurement.
• 304 Stainless Steel: Provides corrosion resistance and durable performance in demanding industrial work areas.
• NIST-Traceable Accuracy: Delivers ±1% full-scale accuracy for dependable temperature monitoring.
• 3/4-Inch Bung Connection: Includes a stainless steel adapter bushing for compatible 3/4-inch drum openings.

The 55 gallon drum thermometer with a 0-250°F temperature range, 18-inch stainless steel stem, and 3/4-inch bung adapter helps you monitor heated liquids in steel or plastic drums. Its large dial gives you fast temperature readings while the long probe reaches directly into the material for practical drum heating and processing applications. This industrial drum thermometer uses 304 stainless steel construction to help resist corrosion during regular use. Its hermetically sealed dial mechanism is designed to protect internal components from moisture and other harsh conditions. A shatter-resistant safety glass lens adds protection while keeping the temperature scale visible when you need to check changing drum temperatures.

The 18-inch stem has a 1/4-inch diameter and extends deep into the drum contents. This direct-contact design can provide a more useful reading than checking only the outside surface of the container. You can use the thermometer with compatible 55-gallon steel drums or plastic drums when their opening and temperature limits match the application. Installation is straightforward with the included 304 stainless steel adapter bushing. The adapter fits a compatible 3/4-inch bung opening and helps hold the thermometer in position during use. Once installed, the large 3-inch dial lets you check temperature without repeatedly removing the probe, making routine monitoring easier during heating or material preparation.

With ±1% full-scale NIST-traceable accuracy, this thermometer supports applications where consistent temperature readings matter. Its 0°F to 250°F measuring range works well for many moderate-temperature drum heating jobs. Protection against moisture, vibration, chemical attack, corrosion, and shock makes it a practical choice for industrial plants, warehouses, workshops, and material handling areas. This drum thermometer can help when temperature affects how easily a material pours, pumps, mixes, or transfers. You can monitor the liquid inside the drum as it warms instead of relying only on heater settings. This gives operators a direct way to track material temperature before starting another handling, blending, filling, or processing step.

The long immersion stem is useful when the center of a drum may be at a different temperature than the outer wall. By placing the probe directly into compatible liquids, you get a reading closer to the material being processed. This can support work involving oils, coatings, lubricants, adhesives, chemicals, and other heated industrial fluids. Because this model uses a mechanical dial, there are no batteries to replace or electronic displays to maintain. The simple design works well for repeated temperature checks in production and storage areas. The sealed dial also helps protect the measuring system where equipment may experience humidity, normal vibration, or routine exposure to demanding plant conditions.

The threaded adapter allows the thermometer to remain positioned in a compatible bung opening during a heating cycle. This can make regular readings more convenient than using a handheld probe each time. Operators can view the dial as needed while drum contents warm, helping them follow process targets and avoid unnecessary handling of the thermometer. Before ordering, confirm that your drum has a compatible 3/4-inch opening and that the expected material temperature stays within the 0-250°F range. Also consider whether an 18-inch stem provides the reach your process requires. Other stem lengths or temperature ranges may be available when a different drum setup or heating application calls for them.