equipment$12–18used in 1 side quest
Digital candy thermometer with clip
Fast-reading thermometer that clips to pot rim to monitor wax temperature hands-free. Candy-making thermometers work perfectly for candle wax (both need 150-180°F precision).
What to look for
- 1Pot clip that holds probe at consistent depth without tipping
- 2Reads 100-400°F range (covers all candle wax types)
- 3Digital display readable from 3 feet away
- 4Response time under 5 seconds
Skip
- Instant-read meat thermometers (no clip, require constant holding)
- Analog dial thermometers (too slow to catch temperature swings)
Used for: monitoring wax temperature during melting · maintaining dipping temperature · preventing overheating
Side quests that use it
Pick the adventure first; the gear follows.
