Fireboard 2

[Timmy]

What is an "RTD" probe?

Its an ambient probe that will go to higher temps than the regular ambient probes. And it is used to run the drive technology better.

 

[JamesB]

What is an "RTD" probe?

Resistance thermometers, also called resistance temperature detectors (RTDs), are sensors used to measure temperature. Many RTD elements consist of a length of fine wire wrapped around a ceramic or glass core but other constructions are also used. ... As RTD elements are fragile, they are often housed in protective probes.

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[Timmy]

Its also used in Traegers to control there temps. Here is an example.

 

[RemE]

Yup the std Fireboard grill probe is rated in the mid 500F range. Their RTD optional probe goes to 600+

Since our grills can go to 500F, and higher during an overshoot, I added an RTD for a bit of protection.

The Timberline's use a bi-metal thermocouple temp sensor for the controller that can take probably 1000F and has super fast response times.

 

[JamesB]

Yup the std Fireboard grill probe is rated in the mid 500F range. Their RTD optional probe goes to 600+

Since our grills can go to 500F, and higher during an overshoot, I added an RTD for a bit of protection.

The Timberline's use a bi-metal thermocouple temp sensor for the controller that can take probably 1000F and has super fast response times.

I wish the FireBoard Pro had more than 3 channels. I’d much prefer k-type thermocouple probes to thermistor.

 

[Murphy's Law]

My Fireboard 2 is supposed to arrive today. Looking forward to playing around with it. I didn't want to spend the money so I bought a $100 Inkbird IBBQ-4T but it had a few things I didn't like so I broke down and bought this unit. I can't tell you how many times in my life I thought I'd "go cheap" to save some $$ and ended up buying both the "cheap" one and the one I should have bought in the first darn place! So much for saving money, huh?!

I already told my son-in-law he's getting a gently used Inkbird for a very early birthday present!

 

[dflaher]

I wish the FireBoard Pro had more than 3 channels. I’d much prefer k-type thermocouple probes to thermistor.

I've been looking at the FireBoard Pro, for additional use in monitoring my wood stove temperature. Good catch about the 3 channels - I'd want more than that. Also I'd need a K-Type probe that was magnetic, so it could sit on top of the stove (really a fireplace insert).

 

[JamesB]

I've been looking at the FireBoard Pro, for additional use in monitoring my wood stove temperature. Good catch about the 3 channels - I'd want more than that. Also I'd need a K-Type probe that was magnetic, so it could sit on top of the stove (really a fireplace insert).

I used an IR gun for my Lopi stove. Most of the time you can tell how hot the top is just by looking at the fire. I also used to keep a magnetic wood stove thermometer on the top. They are plenty accurate enough for that.

 

[dflaher]

Its also used in Traegers to control there temps. Here is an example....

Thanks Timmy. So, my Ironwood's stock ambient probe is an RTD probe, correct?

 

[dflaher]

I used an IR gun for my Lopi stove. Most of the time you can tell how hot the top is just by looking at the fire. I also used to keep a magnetic wood stove thermometer on the top. They are plenty accurate enough for that.

Cool. Yeah, I have an IR gun from Harbor Freight and a magnetic 'analog dial' on my stove top. But I'm missing out on graphing capability and Bluetooth to the bedroom so I can get alerted! LOL.

 

[JamesB]

Thanks Timmy. So, my Ironwood's stock ambient probe is an RTD probe, correct?

Pretty sure the Traeger ambient probe is a K type thermocouple. Response time is way to fast for RTD or thermistor

 

[JamesB]

Cool. Yeah, I have an IR gun from Harbor Freight and a magnetic 'analog dial' on my stove top. But I'm missing out on graphing capability and Bluetooth to the bedroom so I can get alerted! LOL.

Depending on what insert you have, and where the intake is located, I bet you could incorporate a fan in that intake, and use the FireBoard Pro to regulate the temps. Especially with a low “overnight” type burn.

 

[RemE]

Pretty sure the Traeger ambient probe is a K type thermocouple. Response time is way to fast for RTD or thermistor

Agreed, I know Timberline's are, you can tell by the connector, K types use a standardized plug.

 

[RemE]

I wish the FireBoard Pro had more than 3 channels. I’d much prefer k-type thermocouple probes to thermistor.

They made version that for much higher temp applications than BBQ's

 

[JamesB]

They made version that for much higher temp applications than BBQ's

Komodo Kamado can reach 800 - 900.
IMO, best cooker on the planet.
Can last 85 hours on one basket of lump charcoal, maintain temp of +- 1 degree, weighs about 1400 lbs, and the 42” model costs around 10k. I’d love to have one, but it would be instant divorce. Lol