Product Description
Mechanical timers are popular in kitchenware use due to several key reasons that make them especially suited for cooking and kitchen tasks:
1. Simplicity of Operation:
Easy to Set: With a simple twist of a dial, users can quickly set the timer for cooking, baking, or other tasks. There's no need to navigate through complex settings or instructions, making it user-friendly for all ages.
No Programming Required: Unlike digital timers that may require a series of buttons to be pressed, mechanical timers offer a more straightforward approach, perfect for busy or distracted cooks.
2. Reliability:
Consistent Performance: Mechanical timers are generally reliable and don't depend on electronics, making them dependable in environments like kitchens where heat, steam, or moisture can sometimes affect digital devices.
Durability: They are robust and can withstand frequent use, which is ideal in the fast-paced environment of a kitchen.
3. Audible Alerts:
Clear Bell or Ring: Most mechanical kitchen timers have a distinct, loud bell or ringer that signals when the set time has ended, ensuring cooks can easily hear it even from across a noisy kitchen.
4. No Need for Power or Batteries:
Manual Operation: Many mechanical timers work without batteries or electricity, relying on a wind-up mechanism. This makes them convenient and eco-friendly, as there's no need to replace batteries or worry about power failures.
5. Cost-Effective:
Affordable: Mechanical timers are generally less expensive than digital alternatives, making them accessible and practical for everyday kitchen use.
Long-Lasting: Due to their durable construction, they offer long-lasting use with minimal maintenance, further enhancing their cost-effectiveness.
6. Precision for Short-Term Timing:
Perfect for Cooking Tasks: For tasks like boiling eggs, baking, or timing specific kitchen activities, mechanical timers offer precise countdowns of short durations (e.g., 5 to 60 minutes), which are common in culinary tasks.
7. Compact and Portable:
Space-Saving: Mechanical kitchen timers are often small, compact, and easy to store in kitchen drawers or place on countertops.
Portable: Since they don't rely on power, they can be moved around easily, which is convenient for home kitchens or professional kitchens where flexibility is needed.
8. Reliable in High-Temperature Environments:
Heat Resistant: Mechanical timers can function in kitchen environments where heat or steam might affect electronic devices, making them more suited for certain cooking areas.
9. Classic Aesthetic Appeal:
Traditional Look: Many kitchens use mechanical timers for their vintage or classic look, which complements traditional kitchen styles. Their design is often simple and functional, fitting well into most kitchen decors.
10. Hands-Free Convenience:
Set and Forget: Once a mechanical timer is set, it allows cooks to focus on other tasks without needing to watch the clock, ensuring that food is cooked for the exact amount of time needed.
These factors make mechanical timers a popular choice in kitchens, offering a reliable, easy-to-use, and cost-effective solution for timing cooking tasks.
Product Parameters
Timing Seeting Range |
5/15/30/60/90/120/180minutes, customizable. |
Shaft Shape |
D shaft or Round shaft |
Contact Capacity |
AC 120V 15A; AC 250V 15A |
Timer Shape |
Square/Round |
Bell |
With/Without, optional |
Hold Position |
With/Without, optional |
Operating Temperature Range |
-10~+125degree Celsius |
Insulation Resistance |
1500V / 1min; 1800V/s (DC500V megohmmeter) |
Time Setting Directing |
CW. Clockwise |
Working Directing |
CCW. Counter clockwise |
Application |
Microwave Oven / Gas Stove / Oven etc. Kitchenware Parts |
Endurable Life |
10000 times or more, at 5 times/min |
Operating Torque |
3kgfcm |
Release Torque |
5kgfcm |
Time Tolerance |
5% or less |
Certificate |
CE, VDE, CQC |
Characteristics & Advantages
Order Instructions for a Small Precision Mechanical Timer
When placing an order for a small precision mechanical timer, it's important to specify certain details to ensure you get the correct product for your needs. Here's a basic set of instructions or considerations to include when ordering:
- Duration: Specify the maximum time the timer should measure (e.g., 60 minutes, 120 minutes).
- Precision: Mention the level of accuracy required (e.g., ±1 second).
- Mechanical Mechanism: Confirm that it's purely mechanical (not electronic) if required.
- Bell: With or Without
- Hold Position: With or Without
- Demand Quantity (pcs)
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Company profile:
Thermal International Co., Ltd is specialized in the production and processing of electric heating products and other spare parts, is equipped with a complete and scientific quality management system. Thermal International is recogonized by its integrity, strength and quality of products. Welcome friends from all walks of life to negotiate business. Thermal International has been focusing on the cultivation and introduction of talents for many years, and has a large number of high-quality engineering and technical personnel, therefore the company's products are high in science and technology content, which updates fast and enjoys a broad market.
Over the past few years since its establishment, the company has accumulated rich experience in design and manufacture, with a number of outstanding scientific research personnel, advanced manufacturing and processing equipment, perfect testing system and complete after-sales service system. Our products of various specifications have been widely used in electrical, electronic, pharmaceutical, chemical and metallurgical fields, and have been trusted by users all over the world.


FAQ:
1.Are you a factory or a trading company?
A: We're an experienced factory with our exclussive Research & Development team. Offering you the most professional service.
2.Will you accept customized requirement?
A: Of course, customized service is surely acceptable. Welcome to send us your drawing andmore detailed specification parameters. We can supply you the products as per your specificrequirements.
3.Could l get some sample?
A: Yes, generally,1pc sample for free is available. But if you need more samples, we mayneed to charge you some cost. Besides, for certain products, it may need to open moldbefore sampling, then we shall need to have the mold fee before sample.
4. What's the delivery time for sample?
A: Generally it shall take 5~7days. For certain products, we need to prepare the materials for it. That depends.
5. What do you generally do in regarding to the products' quality control?
A: We always put much emphasis on products quality. That's the priority. We shall contactstrict quality inspection towards the products before delivery. And we've obtained the VDE,CE, UL, ISO and so forth.