Industrial IR with Circle Laser (IRK-2)
  • Industrial IR with Circle Laser (IRK-2)
  • Industrial IR with Circle Laser (IRK-2)
  • Industrial IR with Circle Laser (IRK-2)
  • Industrial IR with Circle Laser (IRK-2)
  • Industrial IR with Circle Laser (IRK-2)
  • Industrial IR with Circle Laser (IRK-2)
  • Industrial IR with Circle Laser (IRK-2)
  • Industrial IR with Circle Laser (IRK-2)
  • Industrial IR with Circle Laser (IRK-2)
  • Industrial IR with Circle Laser (IRK-2)
  • Industrial IR with Circle Laser (IRK-2)
  • Industrial IR with Circle Laser (IRK-2)
  • Industrial IR with Circle Laser (IRK-2)
  • Industrial IR with Circle Laser (IRK-2)
  • Industrial IR with Circle Laser (IRK-2)

Industrial IR with Circle Laser (IRK-2)

Professional performance: 1022°F, 12:1 optics, circle laser.

SKU:IRK-2

$99.00
In stock

IRK-2 is a versatile infrared thermometer built for cooks who regularly work with high heat. Instantly measure surface temperatures — like cast iron, grill grates, pizza stones, and frying oil — without touching anything or getting dangerously close. Whether you’re preheating a pan, checking oven hot spots, or dialing in a bake, you’ll start cooking at the proper temperature instead of guessing.

IRK-2 gives you clearer information before food ever goes in the pan. The full-circle laser shows exactly what area you’re measuring, adjustable emissivity improves accuracy across different surfaces, and 12:1 optics let you easily take readings from afar. With one-second response times, programmable alarms, and the option to plug in a probe for internal temperatures, IRK-2 helps you manage heat deliberately — so results are more consistent from start to finish.

  • Start Cooking at the Right Temperature: Scan pans, grills, stones, and oil before food goes in across a wide –58 to 1022°F range to avoid sticking, steaming, or uneven browning.
  • Measure from a Safer Distance: 12:1 optics let you take accurate readings from farther away, keeping hands clear of high heat.
  • See Exactly What You’re Measuring: A full-circle laser shows the true measurement area, reducing guesswork on small or uneven surfaces.
  • Get Faster Answers Mid-Cook: One-second infrared response makes it easy to check hot spots, preheat levels, or surface recovery without slowing down.
  • Handle Different Surfaces More Accurately: Adjustable emissivity helps dial in readings across cast iron, steel, stone, and other materials.
  • Set Limits and Catch Heat Problems Early: High and low alarms alert you when temperatures drift too hot or too cool — useful for frying, baking, and grill setup.
  • Measure Internal Temps When You Need To: A Type K port lets you plug in a probe for internal temperatures, expanding IRK-2 beyond surface checks.
  • Read Clearly in Any Lighting: A bright, backlit display keeps numbers easy to read indoors, outdoors, or near hot equipment.

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Accessories

Infrared Comparator Calibration Cup

Infrared Comparator Calibration Cup

The Infrared Comparator Cup provides a stable black body temperature. The comparator cup is an inexpensive way of checking infrared hand-held thermometers against a known reference thermometer.

The comparator consists of an aluminum cup with a solid matte black base, the base incorporates a 3.5mm reference thermometer hole for probe insertion.

The comparator can be used at any temperature within the ambient range of the instrument to be tested. The information from the reference thermometer can be used to compensate for minor differences in the readings against the test instrument. Then only instruments with unacceptable errors need to be returned to the supplier for re-calibration or certification.

$81.00
Nylon Holster with Belt Loop (4HG-A)

Nylon Holster with Belt Loop (4HG-A)

Protect your IR from bumps in your tool kit. Attaches conveniently to your belt. Fits IR-GUN-S infrared thermometer from ThermoWorks. Made from durable nylon; lightweight, rugged, and washable.

$11.00
Nylon Holster with Belt Loop (5HG)

Nylon Holster with Belt Loop (5HG)

Protect your IR from bumps in your tool kit. Attaches conveniently to your belt. Fits IR-IND industrial infrared thermometer from ThermoWorks. Made from durable nylon; lightweight, rugged, and washable.

$11.00
Duracell Procell AAA Battery, 4-pack

Duracell Procell AAA Battery, 4-pack

Duracell Procell AAA Alkaline Battery (4-pack)

$5.25

Overall rating: 4.715447 / 5 from 123 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The IRK-2 infrared thermometer is highly regarded for its versatility and accuracy in measuring high temperatures, making it a valuable tool for cooks. Customers appreciate its ability to measure surface temperatures without direct contact and its full-circle laser for precise area measurement. The adjustable emissivity and 12:1 optics enhance its usability across various surfaces, while the one-second response time and programmable alarms add to its reliability.

Summary topics

  • Versatility and Value: 15%
  • High Temperature Measurement: 15%
  • Thermometer Accuracy: 10%

Review topics: [results, quality, value, spot, light, instructions, works, tool, temperature, thermometer, laser, addition, feature, unit, thermoworks, device, use, cook, reading, probe, griddle, gun, discount, case, air, choice, grill].

Review highlights

  • "GREAT TOOL FOR ACCURATE FLAT TOP GRILL TEMP" — Omar O.
  • "Accurate tool that can measure high temps" — Peter A.
  • "I've been using this contactless thermometer to ensure my child's milk is at the right temperature, works beautifully!" — Roberto O.

Reviews

Handy Tool

"Love this item. I learned about the Industrial IR circle laser from “shout out” America’s Test Kitchen. They recommend it and I trust them. This laser is extremely accurate and versatile. As an aside, I found out from my HVAC professional that you can take a temperature in a room but, you must point the laser at a blank piece of paper so that the temperature will have something to bounce off of. Neat little trick for your users. You’re welcome."

— Dania O. (5/5)

I finally took the plunge

"I finally took the plunge on this upgrading from a $20 version. did do because I know I can trust the quality and accuracy of Thermoworks decices. I have two Thermopens, two Dots (one Blue) Smoke, RFX, Node, and a Timer. Love all!"

— DALE L. (5/5)

This thermometer has been a

"This thermometer has been a game changer for me. I can measure the temperature of the walls of my oven and the vessel I'm using to bake my bread. It is so much more accurate than the thermostat in my oven!"

— Joni F. (5/5)

Industrial IR with Circle Laser (IRK-2)

"It was a replacement for an old one of yours, that quit working."

— JOANNE O. (5/5)

"Perfect service and top notch equipment"

— Jennifer (5/5)

Seems to work well

"I like the laser point feature. I feel ThermalWorks makes some quality stuff. There are a ton of these laser thermometers out there. In my opinion the cheapest is never the best value. ThermoWorks offers quality with a decent price, that is the best value."

— Sean M. (5/5)

Great and reliable

"I bought this following a recommendation by America's Test Kitchen. I love using it to test temps for which I cannot use a probe. It is a great and reliable product."

— Bernadette S. (5/5)

Where's the red circle on my skillet.

"The device appears to work. However, I had the impression that I'd see a red lit circle on my skillet. I do not see one. Why is that?"

— Steven S. (5/5)

"I like that this thermometer measures am stress and not just a single point!"

— Brian (5/5)

"Does exactly what I needed it to do."

— Charlie (5/5)

Q&A

Will it work on stainless steel skillet?
Yes!
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$99.00