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

$79.20 $99.00
In stock

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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.

$64.80 $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.

$8.80 $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.

$8.80 $11.00
Duracell Procell AAA Battery, 4-pack

Duracell Procell AAA Battery, 4-pack

Duracell Procell AAA Alkaline Battery (4-pack)

$4.20 $5.25

Overall rating: 4.716418 / 5 from 134 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%): A significant number of customers stated that this tool is great, versatile, and well worth the price.
  • High Temperature Measurement (15%): Many customers remarked that this temperature tool is great for measuring high temps such as grill or fry pan.
  • Thermometer Accuracy (10%): It was highlighted by customers that the thermometer is great, excellent, and highly recommended.

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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

When I bought a top-of-the-line

"When I bought a top-of-the-line outdoor griddle recently, decided I needed a top-of-the-line infrared thermometer for checking the temperature of my griddle for cooking. I immediately chose ThermoWorks as the brand to purchase. I believe I now have a winning combination!"

— Robert C. (5/5)

"What I did like - It was delivered promptly and was well packaged. So far in comparison with the item it replaced it appears noticeably more accurate What I Don’t like - I am sick of receiving requests for reviews essentially asking for a pat on the back for a product or service doing just what I paid for and expect it to do Quite often the request for review arrives before the product has even arrived!!"

— Warren (3/5)

I’ve been using it more

"I’ve been using it more and more and I think it works great. I’m a Thermoworks fan. I’ve been using your products for about twenty years and I will continue using them."

— James S. (5/5)

works great, thanks

"works great, thanks"

— Daniel Y. (5/5)

Perfect

"This is perfect for my cooking use. Plus check freezer and refrigerator temperature. Just very handy to have. I find it to be accurate."

— Richard M. (5/5)

Tool for the serious cook

"This infrared thermometer with laser is solidly built and easy to use. I bought it because inexpensive thermometers are simply not accurate and durable enough. As a serious home cook, I use it daily to ensure that the temperatures I use for searing meats are in the optimal range."

— Karl H. (5/5)

Loving the new Circle Laser

"This surface temp reader is great. Just point and pull the trigger and you've got a reading of how hot or cold any surface is. For cooking it's incredibly handy, telling you the surface temperature of a pan, oil or water. It's also handy for checking outdoor grilling temperatures. We have also used it to check output temps of household hvac outlets."

— BRYCE H. (4/5)

I Did Not Need But Really Wanted One

"I decided I needed to up my pizza game since I just bought a propane fired pizza oven. I am more confident now because using the Industrial IR with circle laser thermometer I know when the stone is the right temp to make great pizzas."

— Mary C. (5/5)

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)

Love the technology

"Awesome and accurate. Insert batteries squeeze trigger and instant reading"

— Louis M. (5/5)

Q&A

Will it work on stainless steel skillet?
Yes!
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$79.20 $99.00