Frying Oil Tester PCE-FOT 10

This device allows for accurate determination of the proportion of polar compounds (PC) directly in hot oil, ensuring healthier and better-tasting food, while complying with food safety standards.

Professional Application
Designed for use in professional kitchens, sanitary inspections, and food establishments, the PCE-FOT 10 performs direct measurements in hot oil, such as in deep fryers, without the need for external sampling. This enables fast, safe, and practical analysis at the point of use.

The PC value indicates the thermal and oxidative degradation level of the oil. According to recommendations by the German Society for Fat Science (DGF), oils with more than 24% polar compounds should be replaced, as they pose a health risk, compromise food taste, and can produce unpleasant odours and smoke during frying.

Product Highlights

• Direct measurement in hot oil (30 to 200°C)
• Fast and accurate analysis of polar compound levels (0.5 to 40%)
• Traffic light LED indicator (green, yellow, red) for instant visual assessment of oil quality
• Backlit LCD display for easy reading
• Internal memory with adjustable calibrations for different oil types (liquid, semi-liquid, solid)
• Automatic shut-off function for energy efficiency
• Robust, waterproof (IP65) and impact-resistant design
• High-sensitivity capacitive sensor and PTC temperature sensor

Commercial Advantages

✅ Ensures food safety by identifying oils outside the recommended threshold (> 24% PC)
✅ Enhances food flavour and overall quality
✅ Reduces unpleasant odours and smoke
✅ Prevents excessive use of degraded oil, saving on operational costs
✅ Complies with DGF recommendations and national food safety regulations

Interpretation of Results

• 0 – 18.5%: Oil in good condition (Green LED)
• 19 – 24%: Oil in critical condition; partial renewal recommended (Yellow LED)
• > 24%: Oil no longer suitable for use; replacement required (Red LED)

Applications

• Industrial and commercial kitchens
• Fast food chains
• Catering services
• Food safety inspections
• Quality monitoring in continuous frying processes

Memory & Calibration

Since different oils behave differently under heat, the PCE-FOT 10 allows storage of multiple calibrations:

• 4 fixed calibration slots for oils of varying consistencies (liquid, semi-liquid, solid)
• 6 user-defined slots for customised calibrations tailored to specific operational needs

Technical Specifications

• Temperature range: 30 to 200°C/ 86 to 392°F
• Temperature accuracy: ± 1.5°C / ± 2.7°F
• Polar compounds (PC) range: 0.5 to 40%
• PC measurement accuracy: ± 3% (between 30 and 90°C)
• Resolution: 0.5°C (temperature), 0.1% (PC)
• Power supply: 2 x AAA 1.5V batteries
• Battery life: Approx. 500 measurements / 25 h
• Temperature sensor: PTC sensor
• Oil sensor: Capacitive sensor
• Operating temperature: 0 to 50°C / 32 to 122°F
• Protection rating: IP65 (water and dust resistant)
• Dimensions (without probe): 55 x 350 x 25 mm
• Weight: 185 grams
• Housing material: ABS

Delivery Scope

✅ 1 x Thermometer for Frying Oil / Cooking Oil Tester PCE-FOT 10
✅ 1 x Transport case
✅ 1 x User manual