Makes tempering & melting chocolate fool proof. Chocolate specific temperature guide on spatula. Soft external handle for excellent grip ability. Rounded tip designed to thoroughly combine ingredients. Easily washes clean with hot water. Overall size: 12.5 x 2.5-in. Grip the thermometer handle and use the end of the spatula to stir the ingredients. The glass tube thermometer will measure the temperature. For the best accuracy, place the spatula in chocolate up to the submerge line. Don't let the glass tube thermometer touch the bottom or side of the pan. After melting is complete, use the handle to safely grasp and remove the hot thermometer