Auber Instruments Four Channel Temperature Meter SKX-400

[Burnin Since 1989]

Hi All,

Is this the right meter for me?

I want a digital display to monitor three specific points of a Cat woodstove (yet to be determined).

The monitoring would be stove top, 6 inch double wall flue/stove pipe and Cat.

I'm fairly savvy to the tech world, but the Auber is something I've never seen or used. Though I have seen it talked about some in the forum @begreen for one.

(Short Edit) I do have several remote temp monitors for my smokers, so familiar with that concept.

My questions are:

Does the SKX-400 require an electrical connection?

I would need two probes based upon the stove/pipe manufacturers, but I've never seen the rear of this unit so I am a bit confused by how the probes are connected to the unit.

To measure stove top temps I see the magnetic probe and that the wire is shielded sufficiently. Is anyone using one of these to measure their stovetop?

Is the digital display dimmable?

The alarm is a buzzer? Is it also visual? ie blinking light or something? Can the buzzer volume be set or turned off if you only want visual?

It seems like Auber is a good company and their products are quality?

Based on what I've asked what would probes would I need for this unit? Once I get the unit and probes I'm fairly confident I can set up the unit and all, but the instructions on the Auber site are a little cryptic to me.

Thanks in advance!

-Bob

 

[begreen]

It looks like it operates on line voltage - 85~240VAC/50~60Hz

I don't see built-in alarms. Instead, the alarm temp setting triggers a relay that can be connected to an alarm. Verify with Auber support.

 

[Burnin Since 1989]

It looks like it operates on line voltage - 85~240VAC/50~60Hz

I don't see built-in alarms. Instead, the alarm temp setting triggers a relay that can be connected to an alarm. Verify with Auber support.

ok thanks! I'm wading thru their site...

 

[brenndatomu]

ok thanks! I'm wading thru their site...

Call their support line...they are great to deal with!

 

[semipro]

I just installed a single-channel Auber unit on our insert. I'm impressed.
This light/buzzer may work for you as an alarm. They have several that operate at different voltages.
I'm able to power this directly from this unit without a relay. This may work for you also.
I'd love to dim the display if you figure something out. As of now I'm looking for a filter to place in front of it.

 

[Burnin Since 1989]

I just installed a single-channel Auber unit on our insert. I'm impressed.
This light/buzzer may work for you as an alarm. They have several that operate at different voltages.
I'm able to power this directly from this unit without a relay. This may work for you also.

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which one did you buy? I'm still trying to decide what I'm going to use...

 

[semipro]

which one did you buy? I'm still trying to decide what I'm going to use...

Model: SYL-1512A
It's only a single-channel unit.

 

[Burnin Since 1989]

Model: SYL-1512A
It's only a single-channel unit.

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Thanks. Did that come with a power cord? When I asked that question to them about the other unit, they told me to use any old power supply cord that fits the specs of the unit.

I'm pretty sure I'm going to back down to a 2 channel unit for the cat and stovepipe and monitor the stove top with a stove top magnetic thermometer. The one I was looking at on their site is a little pricey at$60-

I'm looking at the SYL-2813AC

1/16 DIN Dual Channel Process Meter [SYL-2813AC] - $74.95 : Auber Instruments, Inc., Temperature control solutions for home and industry

Auber Instruments, Inc. 1/16 DIN Dual Channel Process Meter [SYL-2813AC] - Note: For 12V / 24V DC version dual-channel meter, please check SYL-2813 (Automobile Multimeter, Dual Channel) Red/Red Green/Green White/White This 1/16 DIN dual channel process meter can measure and display two...

www.auberins.com

 

[semipro]

Thanks. Did that come with a power cord? When I asked that question to them about the other unit, they told me to use any old power supply cord that fits the specs of the unit.

I'm pretty sure I'm going to back down to a 2 channel unit for the cat and stovepipe and monitor the stove top with a stove top magnetic thermometer. The one I was looking at on their site is a little pricey at$60-

No power cord included. I used one of the many that I've saved from broken appliances over the years.

 

[brenndatomu]

No power cord included. I used one of the many that I've saved from broken appliances over the years

Easy to find one on the curb on trash day...just snip it off

 

[Burnin Since 1989]

Easy to find one on the curb on trash day...just snip it off

I have many here already. I was just surprised they aren't selling power supplies for the extra $$ I'm a little more used to plug and play equipment, so it surprised me a little. But, I'm good.

@semipro which probe did you get? Are you using it for the Cat or stove pipe?

This light/buzzer may work for you as an alarm

I found the case and added those lights too. I have a stove on order and as soon as they tell me when they will install it, I will order the meter etc.