Checktemp combines a temperature probe and meter into one unit. The probe is an NTC thermistor, housed in a 4" long stainless steel shaft with a pointed tip for easy penetration. Response time is 20 seconds maximum. The 90469-03 and 90469-04 units are supplied with a factory calibration certificate traceable to NIST standards. Has Unique "Cal Check" feature to verify that the instrument is working properly.