Best timers according to redditors

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u/PandaCasserole · 70 pointsr/Frugal

I'm pretty sure you can get one of those timers for christmas tree lights. It's shut off the power at a certain time. Then you could have it switch back on at a certain time.

I think this would work because you tv doesn't turn on as soon as it get electricity (ie plugged in).

TV: on Power: on

-timer off

TV: off Power: off

-timer on

TV: off Power: on

then repeat.

u/throwentwayy · 13 pointsr/trees

Everyone needs a kitchen timer; they're cheap and practical. No more forgetting about the oven being on or something else important.
Here's the #1 seller on amazon

u/[deleted] · 10 pointsr/Cooking

The problem with using a timer for cooking an egg is that it's generally assuming you are boiling the water -- and even then, the temperature is different depending on your elevation. Cooking an egg at boiling temperature is a good way to get rubbery whites.

One of the few specialized gadgets in my kitchen is this guy: http://www.amazon.com/Norpro-Egg-Rite-Timer/dp/B00004UE75/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1299379849&sr=8-1

It gets eggs perfectly, no matter what temperature you cook them at. I like to put eggs into cold water to start with this thing and use low temperature. The resulting egg is velvety soft and smooth, and the yolk (if cooked) is a perfect custard. It's basically the same as when you sous vide an egg.

u/Formicidae · 10 pointsr/slowcooking

Can you set what time the pot starts? I used to use a plug timer to start the pot when I wasn't around. Throw all the ingredients in the pot in the morning before leaving, set the timer to turn on at noon, and leave the crockpot dialed to LOW -- by the time I got home at 6, the food would be done.

u/lariog · 7 pointsr/bjj

Don't forget the timer! This one is the most commonly used model I believe, but there are other cheaper options (including apps on tablets)

u/jobie285 · 7 pointsr/toddlers

We've been having trouble with naps too (just turned 2.) I haven't bought it yet, but was looking for some kind of visual I could use to say "Okay you have one hour of "quiet time" in your crib" and people recommended this: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B002GTZZ6M/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER (Versus the 90mins of straight screaming we've been getting.)

I have heard that the 2 year sleep regression can mess up naps, but that potentially it's not permanent. (In case that gives you hope...) If that's the case, I'd think quiet time in bed MIGHT mean he'd nap again at some point? E.g. He might not nap now, but maybe in a few weeks he'd fall asleep again? But at least quiet time would give you abreak...

u/concretemountain · 6 pointsr/bjj

This is what my gym uses:

TITLE Professional Fight & Gym Timer https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00115C1P0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_mOORAbAJQ2188

u/TrumpPaul2016 · 6 pointsr/The_Donald

Obama really thinks he's Tiger Woods doesn't he? lmao That man is a piece of shit, a fucking disgrace to this country. I have literally been counting down the days until his presidency is over for years.

u/xgnarf · 6 pointsr/DIY

Get this remove the "on" plugs and set the "off" plug for your desired end time, you can manually turn it on.

u/h20rabbit · 6 pointsr/AskWomen

Lots of good stuff in here.
I'd add to get a couple of timers and connect them to lamps and/or a radio. Make sure to change the timing every so often. It'll give the appearance someone is around.

Also, when I was young and starting out, I would stock up on non perishable items when I had a few extra bucks. I pretty much always have a back up of soap, shampoo and the like, even now. Sucks to run out of things, and sucks even worse if it's a lean week. If you cook, this is a good plan with meat too. When the store has meat on sale, buy and freeze. Saves money and you'll pretty much always have food in the house.

Good luck! Living alone can be really great.

Edit: link derp

u/rustyxj · 6 pointsr/DIY
u/Cuisinart_Killa · 5 pointsr/getdisciplined

Get one of these:

https://www.amazon.com/Datexx-The-Miracle-Cube-Timer/dp/B0002U72LS

30 minutes of work, 30 of fun, repeat. Obey it without question.

Then once you have some normal pattern of work vs leisure, expand the work to 60.

u/fgben · 5 pointsr/Cooking

I have a few of these that I use almost daily:

https://www.amazon.com/Polder-Digital-Oven-Thermometer-Graphite/dp/B000P6FLOY

At $20 (there's even a $11 one), it's not a huge risk to try it to see if it suits your use cases.

u/Pekkleduck · 5 pointsr/Watches

There are actually multiple types:

Esington

Ikepod

Atentif

u/lotuswebdeveloper · 5 pointsr/getdisciplined

I love you so much! Thank you! Also, let me share with you my favorite pomodoro timer ever -- these beautiful hourglasses...

https://www.amazon.com/Atentif-Minute-Black-Sand-Productivity-Set-Pomodoro-Technique-Office/dp/B01JDWKKZU

u/wiz0floyd · 4 pointsr/foodhacks

I'm lazy, so I just use one of these.

u/the_dayman · 4 pointsr/pcgaming

>One possible solution would be some device which need to be pressed every 20min. Automatic as possible would be good.

It's called a timer, you set it for 20 minutes on the other side of your room and when it goes off you walk over to reset it.

u/bas0811 · 4 pointsr/snakes

Before I automated my house, I was using inexpensive timer like these

u/YogaMeansUnion · 4 pointsr/boardgames

Yeah just use a timer. Amazon has a set of 6 for like $10

u/vtron · 3 pointsr/seriouseats

If you want fool proof eggs, get yourself one an egg timer

I have never failed to produce exactly the kind of egg I want. Just fill a pot with water. Put in the eggs and egg timer. Heat on the stove. When it gets to the doneness you want, remove from heat and run under cold water.

u/DOG3737 · 3 pointsr/budgetcooking

These work very well. There are multipacks that are a bit cheaper per timer. (Maybe give one as a gift)

https://www.amazon.com/Norpro-Egg-Perfect-Timer/dp/B00004UE75

u/avocadoclock · 3 pointsr/Mcat

I used the pomodori method and enjoyed it better than straight study marathons.

For a timer, I used this cube timer. Or I'd recommend any kind of handheld kitchen timer.

Using your phone as a timer can be a distraction when you get tempted to open notifications and suddenly you're on a tangent. Plus the cube timer is easy to flip over and continue on or reset. It's a little loud for a library but personal use is fine.

u/kevstev · 3 pointsr/AskCulinary

Well, for a large piece of meat, there are general cooking time guidelines that you would be better off using than a recipe anyway. But like what moikederp said, get one of these: http://www.amazon.com/Polder-Digital-In-Oven-Thermometer-Graphite/dp/B000P6FLOY Your food will end up being much better, and your life much easier. I know it seems a bit like overkill now, but you will be thankful later.

Since this AskCulinary, I am also going to recommend that when cooking you avoid just merely following recipes. Look at the food. Learn by site/smell/feel when things are done. Read more about techniques, so instead of blindly following a recipe that says "Turn a skillet up to medium-high heat, add some oil, then brown chicken breasts for 4 mintues on each side. Take the chicken cutlets out of the pan and add chicken stock" You can understand that you are using a very common technique where you brown the chicken, then deglaze the pan making a gravy.

u/Lifesophist · 3 pointsr/Cooking

Have the butcher cut two pieces and do hers separately for a little time more. I guess that is what you are saying, but I am not sure. Get a Probe thermometer with an alarm for best results. I use the Alton Brown method which works well for me. Start hers about 1/2 hour earlier. The thermometer ensures perfect meat every time. DO NOT forget to set the alarm though.

https://www.amazon.com/Polder-THM-362-86-Thermometer-Resistant-Graphite/dp/B000P6FLOY

~~~~~< BEEF - ALTON BROWN’S PRIME RIB ROAST, 4 LB >~~~~~

1 rib roast, about 4 lbs......olive oil, to coat roast......1/2 cup water......1/2 cup red wine......1 tsp sage......Garlic powder......Lawry's seasoned salt

NOTE: If frozen, place roast in fridge for 3 days to thaw loosely covered by paper towels for 3 days, change towels daily.

Preheat oven to 250F.

Add Lawry's and garlic powder to olive oil brush roast with oil including bones.

Let stand 2 hours at room temp.

Place roast in pan.

Place probe thermometer into center of roast halfway in and set for 123F - no foil.

Put roast into oven till target temp achieved.

When temp achieved ( about 2-3 hours) remove roast and turn oven up to 500 F.

Cover roast with heavy-duty foil till 500 F achieved.

Remove foil and place roast back into preheated 500 F oven for about 12 - 15 minutes.

Remove and transfer roast to cutting board.

Keep covered with foil for about 15 minutes.

Add wine to pan and scrape goody bits into saucepan. Add sage and water to sauce and cook for 1 minute.

u/cwq1 · 3 pointsr/Cooking

The biggest help to me in getting moist chicken results was when I started using a probe thermometer.

Something like this, but you can find them at Walmart and Kohl's as well. I like having the long probe cord for roasting recipes that will reach inside the oven during cooking so that I can set an alarm and walk away.


The official temperature to cook to is 165F or more, but I don't like going past 160F in a piece of breast meat. I usually will pull mine off of the heat at 155F and let the residual heat coast to 160.

u/IonaLee · 3 pointsr/AskCulinary

There's a difference between instant read thermometers and leave in probe thermometers. If there is a plastic/lcd readout directly attached to the metal probe, then no, you cannot leave it in the oven. If the metal probe connects to the readout part via a flexible wire, then yes, it's a leave in probe.

This is an example of a leave-in probe therm:

http://www.amazon.com/Polder-Digital--Oven-Thermometer-Graphite/dp/B000P6FLOY/

This is an example of a non-leave in therm:

http://www.amazon.com/CDN-DTQ450X-ProAccurate-Quick-Read-Thermometer/dp/B0021AEAG2

u/artfulshrapnel · 3 pointsr/AskReddit

Use a thermometer. You'll see a lot of people talking about poking the meat and comparing it to a hand or whatever, but that can be incredibly imprecise and vary wildly based on things like cuts of meat, starting temperature, cooking temperature, and how muscle-y your hands are. Cooking is science, and measuring is your friend.

To measure accurately, put the thermometer centrally in the thickest portion of the meat. If there's a bone, put it near that but not directly against it. Pull your food off 5 degrees below where you want to serve it, and keep it covered as you move it to the table. There's no need to let it rest extra time (warning: controversial topic). Very thin cuts under 1/2'' should be pulled off closer to 3 degrees from final temp, since they'll cool faster.

http://amzn.com/B009IH0BZ0 is a nice simple example, though I use one of these ( http://amzn.com/B000P6FLOY ) since I tend to do a lot of things in my broiler and don't want to open it during cooking. (City living, no grill)

u/Jorose85 · 3 pointsr/AskParents

Similar to this, I find using a timer to be very helpful as it shifts the “blame” to something automated. You can’t argue with a timer, it isn’t going to change because of your tantrum.

My phone timer beeping is enough for my kid. But some will respond better to a visual timer like this one so they can see time passing.

Time Timer Original 12 inch; 60 Minute Visual Timer – Classroom Or Meeting Countdown Clock for Kids and Adults (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002GTZZ6M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Li9SBbM8FWRQ7

u/tevert · 3 pointsr/agile

For staying on track, we use this: https://smile.amazon.com/Time-Timer-Original-Optional-Management/dp/B002GTZZ6M/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1521158440&sr=8-4&keywords=timer+clock

Having some big, obvious, and physical is much better than a timer app.

As the for the rest - what is your interested in tracking statistics? Is it not enough to just say "our meetings are unproductive" at retro and dig in from there?

u/meatbeagle · 3 pointsr/CrazyIdeas

Fold 'em up the night before and toss them in HERE. Put it on ONE OF THESE. Done.

u/svideo · 3 pointsr/homeautomation

It sounds like we might have similar coffee machines (here's mine). I like to have mine come on an hour before I wake up to give the group head and portafilter time to come up to full temp. The cheap and simple approach would be to plug in one of these and call it a day.

In my case, I'm using a SmartThings hub along with a Z-Wave switch which allows me to schedule the on/off in a little more intelligent manner, while also monitoring power utilization and allowing me to integrate control into additional environments. For example, the Rocket will only turn on if somebody is home at 5am as there's no sense starting coffee for an empty house. I also can control it with the Amazon Echo with "Alexa, turn on the Rocket". Unfortunately I can't say "light the Rocket" yet but I've filed a feature request :D

In this use case SmartThings will work fully local so it should avoid some of the cloud reliability problems people have experienced recently. You could do the same with several other hub or software options available as well as this is a very standard use case.

Good luck, and good coffee!

u/446172656E · 3 pointsr/howto
u/greyingjay · 3 pointsr/Cooking

There are definitely some ugly ones... but the one I bought was this one, it sits on my fridge and works nicely.

https://www.amazon.com/Taylor-Precision-Products-Four-Event-Whiteboard/dp/B006OK7RRO


u/DFSniper · 3 pointsr/Nerf

Get a kitchen timer. Set the minutes, hit it to start/stop and they usually have a reset button. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00GOPICNM/

u/Wasnbo · 3 pointsr/DnD

I ran into kinda the same problem at my LFGS a year or two ago. I was the DM, and on some nights the tables would swell to 8 players, which makes life kiiinnnnda awful for everyone.

Out of combat, I always had the same 2-4 players take command of a situation; that's fine in a novel where some characters always get shuffled to the rear of the group, not so much IRL.

In combat, it's just a slog, because a single round can take 15 minutes even if the characters are lower level. And it's usually worse because half the players don't know what anything is, so we gotta baby-step them through attack and damage rolls and class features and *frustrated strangled sounds*

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First piece of advice: Set a hard limit on how many players you'll take at your table. I and my current DM both have a limit of 7 players, although 4-6 is preferable. That might suck for anyone who comes along all new and excited, but it's just not fair to that new player and your regulars, for the reasons I stated above. I can't count how many times at the end of the night I've had to say "hey, hope you enjoyed your first night, sorry it was so crazy, that just happens with a ton of players," and then that player never shows up again. I know it's not the best way to think about it, but when you sink 1/6 of a game night into helping someone who will never show up again, that's a bunch of a lot of wasted time!

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Second piece of advice: Employ methods to trim combat round times. Sand timers to hurry up turns are a good place to start, as well as reminders of who's on deck turn to turn; "Ciel, your turn, Rick Trollbus you're up next so start thinking about what you'd like to do." There are some other methods, though I haven't yet tried all of them.

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Third piece of advice: Try to get a feel for how much the rotating guest/casual players do or want to contribute. Some folks are only quite until a fellow players "MB1, any thoughts?" Then again, some people do it just to get their social itch scratched, and they're fine being quiet and listening, then rolling dice when it's their turn; totally legit way to play. Don't be afraid to ask the casual players and/or your regulars to find out, because it's better to be sure than to guess and be wrong.

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Fourth piece of advice: Generate a butt-load of characters for casual and new players. I've seen significant portions of a game night get eaten up by getting a player up to speed on the most basic mechanics of D&D player creation and class features. If you have a new guy show up, just say "here, pick from these 3-8 and we'll help you understand what these characters are all about!"

u/evixir · 2 pointsr/videos

You can also get something like this egg timer which I've found helps a lot.

u/euneirophrenia · 2 pointsr/fitmeals

I got one of these, it's great. It darkens as the egg cooks from the outside in, and helps you pull your eggs exactly when you should

u/Dizlfizlrizlnizl · 2 pointsr/sousvide

Check this thing out, I use it almost everyday and it hasn't let me down yet. Your example egg would be right at the "soft" bar if not just before it.

https://www.amazon.com/Norpro-Perfect-Changing-Kitchen-Temperature/dp/B00004UE75

u/ydnab2 · 2 pointsr/ADHD

Simple and easy solution, buy 1 or more kitchen timers.

It seriously helped me out. I would think of an arbitrary time for whatever task I would do (or just give myself some time), set it, then go to work. I have no experience with grad school, but this very simple device actually helped with my sense of time.

u/im_back · 2 pointsr/Pathfinder_RPG

Splitting the group turns adventuring into a soap opera. Give them what they've asked for but reinforce that in an apocalypse, there's safety in numbers.

Obtain a kitchen timer. Have scenarios for both groups that do not overlap, but the catch is you will alternate between groups every 5 minutes.

You will get a work out.

So will they.

5 minutes isn't enough time to get fully distracted by their cellphones, etc. and forces them to be on their toes while missing out. You probably will be in the middle of combat when you hear the ding. Stop anyway. You need to make them want to get back together, so the next step is critical.

Each group finds stuff that would really help the other group. And there needs to be someone (a wandering merchant, pilgrims, etc) who will trade the item for something that group would like, but of a much lesser value.

Example: the group without a sorcerer finds a scroll of the next spell level (if he can cast level 3 spells, then it's level 4 spells). If that group has the cleric, then they bump into pilgrims who would like to destroy the evil sorcery spells and offers them a scroll of 1st and 2nd level cleric spells as a trade. Yeah, 2nd level spells that you can use may seem little for 4th level spells you can't use, but you can use the 2nd level spells. Always trade down.



You may hear the other group say stuff like, "No dude, I can so totally use that." at which point, you remind them they are meta gaming. Really sell the active PCs on "It's your decision, and it may not be as high a level trade, but is it useful to you?"

At this point, you may find in your next session that they have decided without you, to try and regroup so that they can exchange stuff only to split up after the meet up.

Have a really challenging encounter (Epic challenge) ready. As the PCs are trading equipment, let the games begin. Epic dude(s) surprise(s) them as they are distracted trading stuff.

They are in an apocalyptic environment, and you should reinforce it's not safe to be unprepared. Meeting up with the other group to rummage through your backpack for the crystal ball, the wand of fireballs, and the dagger +2 is time consuming and leaves you exposed. It's one thing to pick up a weapon off a dead body, it's another thing to open a "trading post" in the middle of nowhere.

u/cypherpunks · 2 pointsr/AskElectronics

> I can do this with an SCR, but my local hobby store has stopped carrying them. Any help is appreciated

Get one from somewhere else? Digi-key has damn near everything, and if you are willing to wait, still offers free shipping on orders received by SnailMail.

Lighting the LED is easy. Detecting the end of the kitchen timer's countdown is a pain, especially since you haven't described it in any way whatsoever.

Is it an hourglass-style egg timer? A standard mechanical timer? Something electronic and battery-powered? Built into your microwave?

u/UncleFluffiest · 2 pointsr/getdisciplined

Stress is bad, and you need to find a way of managing it (anyone teaching Tai Chi near you?) but this only requires you to be able to put it aside for 30 minutes.

I use one of these: http://www.amazon.com/Datexx-The-Miracle-Cube-Timer/dp/B0002U72LS

It's silly, but it works.

u/Crysnia · 2 pointsr/ADHD

My son is 7 with ADHD. He is currently on focalin XR and does therapy every other week. We have little routines in place that help him "DO THE THING". For example, to get him dressed in the morning, we've taken two pictures one in his pajamas and one completely dressed for school and they are on his wall next to his closet. Visualizing the finished product really helps him get going in the morning. When he gets dressed, he checks his outfit to his picture to make sure he has everything.

I don't know if your son negotiates like my son does but I'm convinced that my son is going to be a lawyer. We use a "magic cube" timer. When he has a task that I want him to do or need him to do, we set his timer and he has to work on it for that long (usually 5 to 15 minutes depending on the task). Then he gets a 5 minute play break. I actually use the magic cube at work also, and it helps with my ADHD tremendously.

If you ever want to bounce ideas off of me, shoot me a message.

u/BellaBanella · 2 pointsr/ADHD

Computer and phone alarms are crap. So easy to dismiss without breaking your attention properly.

You could try putting an alarm in another room, with a sticky note next to it for what you will do instead of going back to your game.

You could try having a warning alarm to start drawing you out, give you a minute or two to tie up loose ends so that you won't be compelled to go back "quickly" - and then get sucked back in!

If you want keep your alarm close by, something that requires you look at it, and is visually interesting might help a little. This I think you might even need to pick up to turn it off quickly/easily.

u/mxtery · 2 pointsr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

I have a wishlist of under $25 objects and this awesome timer is my favourite!

u/codeargent · 2 pointsr/MechanicalKeyboards

It's a timer, it counts down to whatever side is up.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002U72LS/

I use it when I need to be productive. Flip it to 30, do 30 minutes of work, flip it to 15, do 15 minutes of games/reddit/whatever.

u/sigmatic_minor · 2 pointsr/sysadmin

I was diagnosed as an adult.


Here's what works for me:


u/bigbison234 · 2 pointsr/Parenting

Yep, I hear you. Morning are tough, although they've gotten easier with some routines & consistency. For my kid that had (and still has) trouble with time management, we used a sticker chart & a timer to help him learn to get ready on time. If he got ready with minimal warnings (when we first started, we began with 2 warnings, then 1, then none), then he got a sticker. 10 stickers = reward. we also used a timer that he could see how much time he had left. (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000J5OFW0/ref=mp_s_a_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1485457653&sr=8-9&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=kids+timer) if he wasn't ready on time, needed more than the agreed warnings, then no sticker & he could try again the next day. now we don't need the chart for this. it took a few months but he's got it. we are working on other things now. it's always something! :-) btw- make sure he understands very clearly exactly what needs to be done to "be ready". is it when he has his shoes on? or is it teeth brushed, shoes on, coat on, backpack on, ready to walk out the door? my kids always needs VERY specific instructions when we create a routine.

u/yanman · 2 pointsr/Homebrewing

Tough to say as there are so many little hacks. I like these three the most though:

  1. Probe thermometer with temperature alarm. I don't have to babysit my strike or sparge water, and I can set it at 205F with a cover on the kettle to speed up the initial wort boil without fear of boil-over.

  2. Power drill wisk makes aeration a snap. I run it 2 minutes immediately after chilling & transfer to primary, then 2 more minutes ~15-30 minutes later post cleanup and right before pitching.

  3. Nylon paint strainer bag for use as a hop/trub filter and as a racking filter. Post chilling, I transfer my wort into a sanitized bucket through a sanitized nylon paint strainer. It makes removing the hops a cinch without having to fiddle with a hop spider or hop bags. I also place a sanitized nylon paint strainer over my racking cane when I'm transferring to secondary and/or to my bottling bucket.
u/fisheye32 · 2 pointsr/Cooking

I would recommend getting a probe thermometer. Like this guy: http://www.amazon.com/Polder-Digital--Oven-Thermometer-Graphite/dp/B000P6FLOY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1320817763&sr=8-1

That way you know when it's cooked.

u/evilbadro · 2 pointsr/Coffee

Here is a thermometer similar to the one I use for siphon brewing for $17. It won't work for home roasting. If you think you might get into that, you will need one that has a higher max temp (500 F+). I haven't bought one yet because I am considering a roast profiling setup which would port to my pc. This is a good grinder at $45. This is the kitchen scale I like for $50 but you might be able to get one for less. The scale only measures down to grams which works fine for this siphon at 40 oz. ($36) but for a smaller siphon you might need a scale that measures down to .1 grams. To summarize, you could get a decent set up for ~$120 or for a roast compatible thermometer ~$145. You will also want a wooden spoon for stirring the coffee in the siphon.

u/winkers · 2 pointsr/Cooking

If you want a cheaper alternative, for baking at least, you can use a Polder digital thermometer. I use it a lot. It's not an instant-read thermometer like the thermapen, but it's really great to see the temp of your chicken/roast/meatloaf without ever opening the oven which you can't do with the thermapen.

This is the one that I use: http://www.amazon.com/Polder-Digital-In-Oven-Thermometer-Graphite/dp/B000P6FLOY

If you want examples on how I use it, I can type them up for you. Have fun with the cooking!

u/2010_12_24 · 2 pointsr/food

The key to using these is to make sure the wire isn't touching any hot surfaces in the oven, like the oven rack or a roasting pan for instance. I've had my Polder probe thermometer for many years now and it's trucking right along.

I also have the Thermapen and it's the bomb, but too cost prohibitive for most casual cooks.

u/coffeeblossom · 2 pointsr/TrollYChromosome

Another good way is to get a probe thermometer. Also, keep the fridge cold (38 degrees F or less...for the metrically-minded, 3.3 degrees C or less) and clean it with bleach or another disinfectant about every 2-3 months. Keep raw meat/poultry/fish separated from vegetables or fruit; otherwise, the vegetables or fruit could become contaminated. And never let tongs/a spatula/whatever that have touched raw meat/poultry/fish touch the finished meal. (Instead, get new ones.)

u/Arachnidiot · 2 pointsr/Cooking

I've been using this Polder for ten years. It's worked flawlessly every time.

Their customer service is excellent, too. A year or so after I bought it, I lost the clip that comes with it so you can use it as a candy thermometer by attaching it to a pot on the stove. I sent them an email asking if I could purchase a replacement clip, and they sent me an entirely new thermometer. I kept the clip and gave the thermometer to a friend.

u/utahphil · 2 pointsr/BBQ

Thermopop

This bacon cure with the recipe tied to a mason jar filled with the cure.

Head lamp

Clam Shell Tongs

Roll of Heavy Duty Foil

Roll of Pink Paper

Spool of Butchers Twine

Polder wired probe thermometer

Instead of a basket throw everything on a decent sheet tray.




u/Billytown · 2 pointsr/Homebrewing

FWIW I've had excellent reliability and accuracy from my Polder food thermometer.

u/megpi · 2 pointsr/AskCulinary

What are you using it for?

I have this probe thermometer and love it. I know it's not a traditional candy thermometer, but I use it for caramel and deep frying all the time and it's great. My favorite feature is that you can set the alarm to go off at a certain temperature, so you don't have to stand there watching it the whole time.

u/ChefTimmy · 2 pointsr/CandyMakers

IR (laser) thermometers are fantastic, but not for candy cooking, as the steam throws off the reading. Digital is the way to go; I recommend one of these three: CDN, Maverick, Polder. I use the Polder and a refractometer.

u/ametto · 2 pointsr/AskCulinary

Here's my 2 cents on preventing burnt meat. Get a food thermometer like this: http://www.amazon.com/Polder-Digital-In-Oven-Thermometer-Graphite/dp/B000P6FLOY/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1374375316&sr=8-4&keywords=meat+thermometer. I highly suggest this for any beginner cook. It will help ensure you get the proper temperature for meat. My other advice, and it's a obvious statement, don't leave the meat alone.

  • Preheat the oven to 350F.

  • Marinate the chicken breast any way you like. I like to use soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and olive oil.

  • Lay it on a cookie sheet.

  • Stick the thermometer probe so that the tip is deep in the meat. Set the thermometer temp to 160F.

  • Place the chicken in the oven. Make sure the plastic thing is outside the oven. The door will close on the wire.

  • When the thermometer beeps. Take out the chicken. Don't remove the probe.

  • Cover the chicken with aluminum foil. Wait 10 minutes. By this time, the chicken's temperature should reach the safe temp of 165F.

  • Once it reaches 165F, it's done!
u/philchen89 · 2 pointsr/smoking

I have this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000P6FLOY/ref=s9_acsd_al_bw_c_x_3_w
dome temp or grill temp to 225?
Got it, I have a little smokey joe and a random charbroil gas grill that I can probably use, thanks!

u/hilburn · 2 pointsr/NoStupidQuestions

Would something like this be suitable?

Generally they are referred to as timers rather than stopwatches.

u/punnypeony · 2 pointsr/Parenting

To help with timing, you could try a visual timer too. Like this: Time Timer Original 12 inch; 60 Minute Visual Timer - Classroom Or Meeting Countdown Clock for Kids and Adults (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002GTZZ6M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_XWfIDbKV9ATZM

Ours is also 5 and we tell her she'll lose out on tablet time tomorrow if she throws a fit about not getting it (she has tasks to do first and has run out of time before dinner in the evening).

u/Johnny_Couger · 2 pointsr/stepparents

This is a little expensive but totally worth the splurge. Its big and bright, hard to ignore and easy enough for even a little kid to understand. It also has a ringer when times up!


https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002GTZZ6M/ref=twister_B06XSZ57B2?_encoding=UTF8&th=1

u/blondeindie · 2 pointsr/ADHD

First off, get testing accommodations. My first year, I made the mistake of thinking I would not need it. Boy, I was wrong. I almost failed out my first semester. Not only will testing accommodating help you take your exams. It will also provide a basis for requesting testing accommodations for bar exams (which is difficult and frankly a pain in the ass). Once, I got testing accommodations that were a time and half in a separate room, my grades improved to Dean's list. Second, make sure your medications are in check. Third, be careful on who you tell that you have ADHD. Adderall is sought after drug in law school. If people know you have ADHD, they will ask you for meds. Fourth, don't be afraid to ask for help from the very beginning. Law School is completely different way of studying, testing, writing, and preparing. Don't be too proud to think you are above asking for help. All schools have academic counselors. Make sure you become BFF with them. They will be a key resource. Fifth, find past exams and outlines. Time to become friends with some 2Ls. Usually, there is a database of old exams. You would be surprised how much the new exams are based on the old ones. Sixth, make sure you know your study style. How do you learn best? Is it writing everything over and over? Is it making index cards? Everyone will tell you the best way to study. However, everyone is different. I used a time timer. http://www.amazon.com/Time-Timer-12-Inch/dp/B002GTZZ6M/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1427824796&sr=8-3&keywords=time+timer
Seventh, ignore the shittalkers. It's true about law school. A lot of people try to psyche you out. They will be bragging about how much work they did or grade they got or how well they know the material. IGNORE THEM. This negative energy will heighten your anxiety and disrupt your work.
Please feel free to PM with any other questions. I'll be more than happy to help you out.

u/masamunecyrus · 2 pointsr/BuyItForLife

Intermatic still makes old-fashioned mechanical electric outlet timers. They're no longer made in USA, but they are made in Mexico, and I've never had any problem with them.

u/Hilaryspimple · 2 pointsr/xxketo

Re: the crock pot, if you get a lightswitch timer it controls the flow of power and turns off your crock pot. I actually like it better than crockpots with timers because the 'keep warm' mode overcooks them.

u/ArmedMilitia · 2 pointsr/BitcoinMining

When I had a home mining operation (with TOU pricing), I ran my antminer S1 off of a christmas light timer so that it only harvested that sweet sweet off-peak electricity.

Something like this would probably work if you're running the S9 off of 120v. You might be able to find a 240v alternative.

u/Strel0k · 2 pointsr/electronics

I have this light alarm clock and love it. It slowly ramps up the brightness until it's time for you to wake up. There are 20 levels of brightness and at level 20 it's RIDICULOUSLY bright. I purchased it for around $50 or so, I think there is a new model out and this one is no longer available.

I also have this outlet timer that I plug a coffee maker and small heater into. Wake up to a warm room and the smell of coffee every day! INTERNET OF THINGS!

u/NWVoS · 2 pointsr/indoorgardening

They have been around forever. Well, not the digital ones. And, I really wouldn't call them smart. The smart ones are wifi enabled so you can turn them on/off while away from the house and what not.

A digital one.

A Mechanicall one.

u/thkuntze · 2 pointsr/HelpMeFind

This should work. Rated for up to 1750 Watts.

u/aldenhg · 2 pointsr/SavageGarden

That's not much. They're plants that naturally grow in full sun. Put a plant light above them on a timer. 16 hours per day this time of year will have them growing like weeds.

Here's my setup in my office. The window is south-facing but as you can see is somewhat blocked by a big old wall, so I augment to the light supply for the plants with the light. It's hooked up to the timer I linked above and the plants seem pretty darn happy with it. The black thing attached to the side of the desk is my old phone, which works as an FTP camera that I use to make stop motion video of the plants as they grow.

u/Keebie81 · 2 pointsr/raspberry_pi

A simpler method could be just put a real radio on a outdoor light timer similar to this http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005MMSTNG/ref=mp_s_a_1_9/192-4860476-3947024?qid=1457225204&sr=8-9&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=outdoor+timer
This would be better also since some online stations time out if inactive

u/bastinka · 2 pointsr/AskElectronics

Two things come to mind.

These have been around for ages. Otherwise simplest would be GE's new Link LED lights.

u/kazame · 2 pointsr/slowcooking

Just a note on buying plug-in timers... if you decide to go that route, be sure to buy an "appliance timer", which will be capable of handling the extra power draw of a crock-pot. An easy way to tell is an appliance timer will have a ground prong, while a lamp timer usually won't (assuming you're in a country like the US, where lots of plugs aren't grounded.)

u/StoryDone · 2 pointsr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

I love food!

Weirdest food? My mom made a fish coated in peanut butter and cornflakes. DISGUSTING.

u/renational · 2 pointsr/tea

30 seconds?
http://www.amazon.com/Tea-Services-Thames-Oasis-Timer/dp/B000QSUJXO
I prefer this model and use 3min for tea and 7min to let raw baking dough rest.
http://www.amazon.com/Datexx-Miracle-Cube-Timer-Blue/dp/B00889AVB8
hourglasses are ±5% inaccurate, and you must sit there and watch them.
that cube stops low volume(like a digital watch) beeping after 30 seconds.
you can also add a free countdown timer app to any smartphone - i use;
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.alarmclock.xtreme.free
this comes in handy for online computer games with time specific events,
taking a lunchtime nap at work, or as a travel wake up call alarm clock.

u/lago-m-orph · 2 pointsr/boardgames

Datexx Miracle Cube Timer is a fraction of the price ($13 versus DGT Cube's $48) and looks much simpler. Can you see any drawbacks or deficiencies for this product versus the DGT Cube?

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00889AVB8/

u/will1384 · 2 pointsr/GoogleCardboard

Maybe mod with a 12 inch ruler and a phone to tripod mount something like this:

http://www.amazon.com/LimoStudio-Monopod-Tripod-Samsung-AGG1462/dp/B00PBCBZJ2

you could even possibly replace the motorized panning head with an egg timer, something like this

http://www.amazon.com/Ikea-300-667-25-Ordning-Timer-Stainless/dp/B00PNJTBQC/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1462674629

u/covati · 2 pointsr/gopro

People tend to use the Ordning timer a lot because it's flat on top and makes mounting a lot easier.

http://www.amazon.com/Ikea-300-667-25-Ordning-Timer-Stainless/dp/B00PNJTBQC

u/cheatisnotdead · 2 pointsr/DMAcademy

Running CoS myself and I had the same problem. My players were becoming restless because they were playing too cautiously. They took a long time to come to any decision, but they felt they had to play cautiously and think about the situation from every angle.

My solution was to buy some game timers. I just bust one out when I think they're taking too long, and they get the message. The players really appreciate it, and I think the game has improved measurably for everyone involved.

I also play with a variant Inspiration ruleset, with Inspiration Cards rather then points. Players can carry up to their proficiency bonus number of cards.

I introduced a new rule that players set their own goals and quests. They get inspiration for setting a goal and for completing it. This encourages the players to take more risks and generally be less conservative.

These two changes have dramatically improved the game for both me and my players. Highly recommended!

u/Pawneewafflesarelife · 1 pointr/Cooking

Will one of the egg timers you drop in the pot work with steaming? My mother in law gave me one and it's great for showing different levels of doneness based on temperature/duration in water.

example

u/texpundit · 1 pointr/ketorecipes

First, I use Grade A Large brown eggs...the Organics brand from Tom Thumb/Safeway (cage free, hormone free, etc). They average about 2 1/4" on the long axis.

To make sure you don't overcook/undercook your sausage: do your absolute best to make sure that the sausage is the same thickness all the way around (as close as possible) and not too thick. Do not go thicker than a 1/4" thick.

Also, get a probe-style kitchen thermometer and make sure your oil is a close to 300ºF (150ºC) as possible. At 300ºF and 1/4" thick sausage, it will take you no longer than 6 minutes (more like 5 minutes) to cook the sausage all the way through without turning the outside to carbon. ;)

For eggs: get yourself one of these and follow the instructions. You'll never have wrongly-boiled eggs again.

Just remember, practice makes perfect. :D

u/veroxii · 1 pointr/keto

I use this: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00004UE75

Perfect eggs each time. You put it in the boiling water with the egg and it indicates exactly which stage the eggs are in.

u/mesropa · 1 pointr/foodhacks

Get a Norpro Egg Rite Egg Timer [Amazon] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00004UE75/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_YxqyxbB98PR6G). Just put it in with your eggs and the indicator is amazingly accurate.

u/solstice38 · 1 pointr/AskCulinary

I recommend you get one of these (small, cheap, easy to use, reusable). Keep the egg timer in the frig with your eggs, take it out at the same time, put it into the water at the same time. This is actually a lot more reliable than a clock timer, because all sorts of things may affect the cooking speed (frig temp, water temp, air pressure, ...).

  • Your water should be in a rolling boil before putting the eggs in, always use the same amount of water (should just cover the eggs), take the eggs straight from the frig into the boiling water (it's a question of minutes, not seconds).

  • If you're unsure of the cooking time, take just one egg out when they're about ready, open up on one end to check. Either put it back into the water if the white is runny, or take them all out and into cold water if it's firm. Remember that the eggs will continue cooking from their internal heat for a little while afterwards.

  • If you don't want your eggs to crack while cooking, make a small hole on the flat end of the egg (so that air can be released as it expands).

  • When the eggs are cooked put them immediately into cold tap water (ice not really necessary but will help) to make peeling the eggs easier.

    frig = refrigerator
u/Needs_No_Convincing · 1 pointr/everymanshouldknow

https://smile.amazon.com/Norpro-Perfect-Changing-Kitchen-Temperature/dp/B00004UE75/ref=sr_1_2?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1486917454&sr=1-2&keywords=egg+timer

This thing works surprisingly well. The key, as OP said, is to take it out right when you want and put it under cold water immediately..

u/scrote_inspector · 1 pointr/cookingforbeginners

I'm making some hard boiled eggs right now! I use this amazing egg timer, then pop the eggs into an ice bath. When they are fully cooled and COLD, I crack the egg like I would if it were raw. Then I keep tapping it all around the outside until the whole shell is cracked. Then I gently press the pads of my fingers onto the shell to crack it all up really small. When the shell and membrane start to detach from the egg, find a place where the membrane has broken and gently push the shell away from the egg with the outer side of your thumb. Don't peel using your fingertips or nails, that just makes it easier to shred the egg.

I find that eggs that have spent a couple days in the fridge after being cooked peel easier than freshly cooked eggs. Good fucking luck peeling warm eggs. I've pretty much given up on soft-boiled, shelled eggs.

u/prestodigitarium · 1 pointr/financialindependence

This is one of the best gadgets I own:
https://www.amazon.com/Norpro-Perfect-Changing-Kitchen-Temperature/dp/B00004UE75

Cheap and works flawlessly.

u/taiphuun · 1 pointr/ramen

I would highly recommend this egg timer

u/zdiggler · 1 pointr/smallbusiness

https://www.amazon.com/Norpro-Perfect-Changing-Kitchen-Temperature/dp/B00004UE75/ref=sr_1_1?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1482786886&sr=1-1&keywords=egg+timer

I use one those those.. works for me. I like my eggs super soft/rare.

Some restaurants will put eggs in oven to boil them. I think Good Eats have epsd on it.

u/MaLaCoiD · 1 pointr/techsupportmacgyver

I've had this egg timer for 2 years and love it.

u/cmkl6 · 1 pointr/EatCheapAndHealthy

I've been using one of these for a few years. I could never remember how long to boil the egg to get the results i was looking for. This provides a nice visual.

u/acog · 1 pointr/AskReddit

If you like to hardboil eggs, this will change your life. I hate over-boiled eggs - they get that awful sulphury green coating around the yolk. This egg thermometer lets me make absolutely perfect medium-boiled eggs every time. Yum.

u/keepcrazy · 1 pointr/Fitness
u/Phishstixxx · 1 pointr/Catan

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Egg-Perfect-Colour-Changing-Timer/dp/B0000CFGB5

Get one, they're cheap and tick loudly and end with a loud bell. Set a time limit for all turns.

u/GodIsPansexual · 1 pointr/ADHD

The following products also look good/interesting to help me. I have absolutely no financial interest in these, I'm just keeping track.

A cube for quick 5, 15, 30, 60 minute timer (link).

A popular digital kitchen timer (link).

A pager-like alarm/countdown (link).

u/MrPhil · 1 pointr/getdisciplined

I do something I call 15/30. I have these cool timer blocks I set it to 30 minutes and I just play/do what I feel like, sometimes that is laying in bed feeling blah. Then when it goes off I do 15 minutes of "what I don't want to do but can't avoid." Repeat. The basic principal is reward yourself for doing what you can handle one bite at a time. It isn't a silver bullet. It doesn't make you feel like sunshine and butterflies, but at least some of the crap you have to do gets done and off your back. And that helps.

This is a good book if you are looking to explore the concept: Mini Habits (I think it is even free for prime members)

u/Capn_Crusty · 1 pointr/AskElectronics

Like this?

u/ZoopZeZoop · 1 pointr/mildlyinteresting

These are probably a little more expensive, but not bad and they have an alarm. Sometimes auditory cues are helpful. I am a Clinical Behavior Analyst, and we often use these.

u/Bikesandkittens · 1 pointr/Sauna

This is as easy as a $6 oven/kitchen timer or as expensive as a $1000 iPhone. I mean really, you need help with this? Sunbeam 408441 61040 Timer, 60 Minutes https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000I18PHG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_DsuYDbM6Q36M5

u/smokeywurg · 1 pointr/Parenting

Sorry, just saw that you replied. I got this one: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000J5OFW0/ref=sr_ph_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1486670057&sr=sr-1&keywords=time+timer

She sets it herself with a little guidance.

u/jamkey · 1 pointr/pomodoro

I use this "Time Timer" that I originally bought to help my kids better understand the passing of time for work they need to do or for how much more time they get for a show (or until they can have screen time): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000J5OFW0

It apparently originally designed for autistic kids, but I find it a great visual that I even see out of the corner of my eye as I work and it has both a silent mode and a beep mode (for when the time is up). It doesn't make any sound as the time is passing. It does require 1 AA battery.

u/Throwyourtoothbrush · 1 pointr/LifeProTips

My godson's parents use a time timer For getting ready, time to leave, or T.V. time.. It's been a miracle. He feels in control because he can see how long until things change.

u/technopath · 1 pointr/swoleacceptance

Brother, I bid you venture deep into the Amazon where exist perfect armaments to cook the Holy Bird.

A knife and deadly hook will be of aid.

Remember to reach 165 degrees of Fahrenheit at bare minimum to purge the agents of Broki from the flesh. His servant salmonella with it's punishing diarrhea and vomiting threatens to steal thy gains. Also, I think it is tastiest at 170°-180°.

375°F with a coating of regular olive oil followed by hearty spicing of oregano and rosemary is how I eat the Bird. Best cooked in a deep glass casserole dish where the chicken covers the whole bottom; it will soak in its own rich juices. 2.5-3lb (three large breasts) cooks in about 75 minutes.

u/Kaidavis · 1 pointr/steak

> I've found that when I've used that procedure in the past, I've ended up with overcooked steak...

A digital probe thermometer is a godsend for this. I sear my steak for ~90-seconds per side in grapeseed oil, put a pat of Ghee onto the steak, and then toss the steak into my 250º oven for ~20-minutes with the probe thermometer set in it set to 145º.

Perfectly cooked, perfectly delicious steak.

u/midnighteskye · 1 pointr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

Last year while I was driving I found myself thinking about things. Before I knew it I was wondering how would blind people know which side of the contact case to put their contacts into, like did it have a braille or what. Took me about 5 minutes to realize I was thinking about blind people wearing contacts. Then a few days later I was drying my hands on some paper towels and I thought...they really should make something that isn't disposable. I then chuckled to myself as I remembered about towels.

Luckily my brain is working again but I still catch moments where I wonder Why on earth did I do that?

This thermometer would be amazing to help me with the /r/52weeksofcooking challenges I've been doing this year!! I've needed one for awhile!

u/upsideleft · 1 pointr/Fitness

I started cooking mine based on temperature. Preheat oven, season, stick em in, set the temp alarm and walk away. The thermometer goes right in the oven in the chicken and my bird never turns out dry anymore. This is the one i have: http://www.amazon.com/Polder-Digital-In-Oven-Thermometer-Graphite/dp/B000P6FLOY/ref=sr_1_18?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1372213088&sr=1-18&keywords=thermometer

Cook to 165--yum.

u/DaGoodBoy · 1 pointr/AskWomen

Buy a decent meat thermometer and dense cut of meat like a brisket, london broil, or pork loin. Salt the meat and put it in a pan. Stick in the meat thermometer and tightly cover the pan with foil. Cook on low heat until you just reach the medium rare temp for type of meat. Perfection.

u/Psuffix · 1 pointr/trees

I've read in one of Ed Rosenthal's books that baking is supposedly an effective way to kill the mold that's present on much cannabis. I actually recommend a higher temperature, though like 200^oF for 20 minutes or 220^o for 10-15 minutes, as this will kill the mold and promote decarboxylation. Use the thinnest surface possible, like very flat aluminum foil or a very clean and dry cookie sheet. Your product should be finely crumbled, like out of an herb grinder, and will eventually be pretty brown in color. Further, don't rely on your oven's thermostat. Get an inexpensive digital oven thermometer and standardize your oven a few times. Considering that you're getting within 30-50^oF of the vaporization point of everyone's favorite compound, you could accidentally burn off all the good stuff. Stock oven thermometers are notoriously inaccurate.

Lots of info in there!

u/SunBelly · 1 pointr/Cooking

Probe thermometer. Perfect roasts every time.

u/Nucka574 · 1 pointr/Traeger

Yeah flat for sure then. You could always pull it out and then put it in the end as well just make sure you wear gloves.

You can also always buy something like this too (there are tons of different ones):

https://www.amazon.com/Polder-Digital-Oven-Thermometer-Resistant/dp/B000P6FLOY/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=meat+heat+probe&qid=1555355291&s=gateway&sr=8-3

u/cable729 · 1 pointr/Homebrewing

I just bought this temperature probe and I love it. I can monitor my boil temp without getting up, set an alarm when the wort gets to a certain temperature, use the built-in timer for hop additions, and now I even have the probe inside my carboy, so I can get an accurate reading whenever I want.

u/mattc0m · 1 pointr/Homebrewing

Just curious, are those digital thermostats and would you recommend them?

I've been using this but it started getting a bit weird, recently. Looking to replace it.

u/methnewb · 1 pointr/gadgets

The Presto Timer is pretty durable and cheap enough to replace.

However I would quite honestly recommend something for a "fight training" situation, a large wall mount like the "Rep Timer:.

u/klukins · 1 pointr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

A digital timer!

cheepy cheepy

Thanks!

u/TheTrotters · 1 pointr/getdisciplined

I highly recommend a timer. It works much better for me than a phone. Much less distracting.

u/EvoxAlien · 1 pointr/WTF

Also found in there store was this

u/Dom9360 · 1 pointr/pics

And, it's available on prime.

u/Luxin · 1 pointr/HomeNetworking

I don't know if they are available in AUS, but you could get an Access Point like the Ubiquity found here.

Power is sent through the network cable by an injector. Just use a light timer like this.

u/kwb5027 · 1 pointr/slowcooking

http://www.amazon.com/Intermatic-TN311-Heavy-Grounded-Timer/dp/B005MMSTNG/ref=pd_cp_hi_3/191-2033056-5552934

Get one of these. Set your pot to low then set the timer to turn on 6-7 hours before you get home.

u/90s_kids_only · 1 pointr/Fairbanks

You can also get timers to plug into your power source so it only comes on every other hour or however often you need it to (depending on how cold it is).

Or you can time it to pop on an hour before work I think if you have fancy ones. Make sure they can work in extreme cold.

My brother uses these non-digital ones and they work for him:

http://www.amazon.com/Intermatic-TN311-Heavy-Grounded-Timer/dp/B005MMSTNG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1409449629&sr=8-1&keywords=electric+timers

Edit: Also, buy the blue extension cords. They are the ones for cold weather.

u/appleciders · 1 pointr/Aquariums

Any basic Christmas light timer will do. You ought to be able to get them for $10, let alone ten pounds. This is the one I use:

https://www.amazon.com/Intermatic-TN311-Heavy-Grounded-Timer/dp/B005MMSTNG/ref=sr_1_5?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1473883428&sr=1-5&keywords=light+timer

Worked great for years. Do pay extra to get a grounded three-prong version, not a cheap two-prong version. It's not worth the risk in your own home to not spend the extra couple bucks. I'm not sure that they even sell ungrounded versions in Britain, but just in case.

u/Zhior · 1 pointr/LifeProTips

They're pretty cheap. Alternatively, you can buy one of these and use it with any coffee maker that requires electricity.

u/darwinsfinch20 · 1 pointr/reptiles

I've used this [model] (https://www.amazon.com/Intermatic-TN311-Heavy-Grounded-Timer/dp/B005MMSTNG/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1496850877&sr=8-9&keywords=light+timer) for seven years, no problem. If you have multiple reptiles you can plug in a power strip and voilà!

u/phineas1134 · 1 pointr/homeautomation

The link you provided was broken for me. But I think you were trying to link to this timer.

I agree this is probably the best answer to OPs question even if it is not as sexy as a "smart device"


If you want different behavior on the weekends, you could always spend just a little more and get one like this with 7 day programmability.

u/GoldenRamoth · 1 pointr/madisonwi

For anyone having issues with charter, one of the easiest fixes is to just reboot your router and modem. (I know, I know, you've heard it before)

Buuuuut, I bought a wall timer, similar to one of these bad boys: https://www.amazon.com/Intermatic-TN311-Indoor-Decorations-Grounded/dp/B005MMSTNG/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1536945255&sr=8-5&keywords=timers+for+electrical+outlets&dpID=51mbESwQNrL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

I have it set to kill power for the small increment (usually 10-15 min) at about 4:00 AM, i.e. when I should be asleep on any given day. I barely have connection issues anymore. It's a bit extreme, but for the 8-15 dollars to never worry about it, it's been a great use of my cash.

u/AndroidGingerbread · 1 pointr/Aquariums

Here are some things that may or may not help you grow Wysteria:

  • I feed Seachem Flourish liquid ferts once per week (after the weekly water change).

  • I use Seachem Prime to condition new water.

  • I use Fluval Aqualife & Plant LEDs to light my tank. I have them on a 7 hours/day light timer.

    Other than that, I don't do anything particularly special. I don't aerate or CO^2 inject. I used Excel once for algae, and it totally melted most of my plants, so I don't recommend it to anyone.

    I should note that my tank is a 29 gal.
u/Mikazah · 1 pointr/beermoney

They're not that expensive. I use this one and it's only like $6. Mine looses time after a bit - I think it speeds up around 5 minutes a month but it's still working good and I've had it running 24/7 since last May.

Grant it, I don't use it for the phones - I have it set to a light for my leopard gecko. There's this more expensive one that you can set multiple times a day. I have one that looks like it but is much older but I can't seem to find it.

u/XmentalX · 1 pointr/techsupport

Then setup a timer like this https://www.amazon.com/Intermatic-TN311-Heavy-Grounded-Timer/dp/B005MMSTNG to do so at off hours just put the off and on right next to each other your router goes down for 1 minute and come back up.

Your other option is buy your own modem and router to stop using comcast's crappy equipment. That method also saves you $10 a month.

u/Catters · 1 pointr/LifeProTips

I'm a pretty heavy sleeper, snoozing through fire alarms, tornadoes, etc. I have finally found something that wakes me up.

I use one of those indoor appliance timers (something like this) on a bedside lamp. I have it timed so that a few minutes after my alarm clock starts going off, my lamp turns on. This woke me up at 5am yesterday to bike 100 miles!

After I've successfully woken up early every day for a week or two, I start getting tired and going to bed at a normal time each night, which in turn makes waking up easier.

u/mirlyn · 1 pointr/sysadmin

KX? Also, sometimes you just have to try another OS (stick with same vintage/arch) to get other language options. For example: for 08R2, try 7x64 drivers when searching the support site.

Could also go low tech: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005MMSTNG?cache=13a91fec0b33c55a5393331bf14af847&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70&qid=1408483971&sr=8-10#ref=mp_s_a_1_10

u/mgcrunch · 1 pointr/cigars

I think it's low 60s? I used to run it for 30 min x 3 per day. I haven't used it in a month, I moved to a different model. I'm completely comfortable with that. I had ~15 Bovedas in there though.

A huge bag of KL in the back helped absorb excess condensation.

$10 shipped. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005MMSTNG/ref=oh_details_o04_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/MrStabbers · 1 pointr/microgrowery

I've had two of these: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005MMSTNG/ref=pd_aw_sim_60_2?ie=UTF8&dpID=51mbESwQNrL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL130_SR130%2C130_&refRID=1FJNNQ1T800W3VMKPD84

Had them for two grows and no problem at all, really nice because it's all mechanical so not much to go wrong.

u/msgreyson · 1 pointr/Aquariums

For a walstad like I described, I originally just used a small ikea desk lamp. It was this one actually.

You can also buy a timer for the light, so you won't ever need to worry about missing a day. This is my favorite timer so far. They have cheaper ones that work great too.

You should never need to feed the walstad bowl I described. At most, you'd have to add a glass of water every few days. You'll never need to do a vacuuming session on it. Just topping off should be fine. I've got my walstad bowl I made forever ago, and it still looks awesome. I've borrowed its light for weeks at a time, so it sat in the dark, and it's fine. I top it off every few weeks when I realize its getting REALLY low.

Super low maintenance. Looks beautiful. Just buy a large glass bowl (a few gallons), miracle grow organic potting soil, gravel, the plants you choose, and a piece of driftwood to get started. If you want to add a lamp on a timer, it's an extra ~$30 probably. You'll need a small bottle of dechlorinator too, but you'll need like a drop of it per large glass of water for the most part. If you stay on top of just adding a half cup or so every day (assuming its a hot day), then you won't even need to bother with dechlorinator after the initial fill.

u/neousf · 1 pointr/productivity

Two things: Sleep Cycle app on my phone, and a timer that I plug my lamp into - I also point the arms/bulbs at my bed.

I set the app for a 15 min wake period, so I'm up anywhere between 5:45 and 6 am. When I attempt to snooze it in a haze, the lamp serves as a backup and it tends to snap me out of the "must go back to sleep" mode long enough to get with it & stand up before I have a chance to convince myself otherwise.


I work 3-midnight and using the above helped me reset my sleep schedule to going to bed right after work and waking up at 6 am to run (before, 6 am was when I usually went to bed).

u/casual__t · 1 pointr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

Soft kitty, warm kitty, little ball of fur my doggy would love to play with you.

I am trained as an EMT, a forest fire fighter, a CNA, an office assistant, sous chef and big rig driver.

This would be great for my kids!

u/Shammy5000 · 1 pointr/Wishlist

Oh boy my mother is dying for one of these! I would recommend the penguin kitchen timer. It's like 4.95 used. Hopefully it being 7ish dollars doesn't disqualify me.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0072GHH42/ref=mp_s_a_1_17?qid=1452445898&sr=8-17&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70&keywords=cute+kitchen+accessories

u/mrremag · 1 pointr/boardgames

probably this one (most famous one I think) but it's pretty expensive

https://www.amazon.com/DGT-Cube-Timer-Chess-Clock/dp/B004S56RJG

if you don't care about precision/fine with a pre-set timer, this one will probably do fine as well

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00889AVB8/?th=1

u/turndownforpizza · 1 pointr/Teachers

I like physical timers because for some reason I'm more likely to remember to set them. Plus they work if technology isn't working, and I can assign a kid to set the timer.

I use this one in my class all the time.

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GOPICNM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/CannedInk · 1 pointr/gopro

You can pick one up on Amazon for $10: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PNJTBQC/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_hGUHDbSVWARWJ

You can see photos in the reviews of how they attached it using an adhesive mount.

u/oxideseven · 1 pointr/boardgames

Use this.

We use these in almost every game we play once we figure out whats fair timing. We even use it in DnD for fights and stuff.

It really keeps games flowing and forces players to pay attention instead of being on their phones or whatever. It keeps people from crunching the numbers and fucking everyone else, and forces people with AP to deal with their issue. All the players we ever had with AP have basically grown because of these timers. Actually all the regulars have gotten so much better at games cus of it.

It's neat.

u/qweltor · 1 pointr/guns

> But I want an hourglass

You can even get them shipped to your door.

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u/solzhen · 0 pointsr/Watches