New Disposable NTC Thermistor Probes from BetaTHERM

February 26, 2005 (PRLEAP.COM) Health News
BetaTHERM Sensors introduce its new range of disposable temperature probe assemblies for medical equipment and patient monitoring applications.

NTC thermistors are used in disposable medical temperature products to optimize monitoring accuracy and clinical hygienic standards. BetaTHERM’s NTC thermistor sensors offer a combination of electrical sensitivity, durability and interchangeability in a variety of physical configurations at low cost.

BetaTHERM’s new disposable vinyl cap sensors are suitable for incorporation in catheters or invasive medical devices. The sensor is suitable for use in a variety of applications including Foley catheters, esophageal temperature monitoring, oral, rectal and fever thermometers, and temperature measurement of environments.

Features include:
• Size: 1.98mm (0.078”)
• 400 series compatible (Worldwide de facto standard for patient monitoring applications)
• Tight temperature tolerance: ±0.1°C @ +37°C
• Operating temperature range -40°C to +80°C
• Many connector types available including Molex, Phono-style and 3 Pin Din connectors
• Custom R/T characteristics, wire types, lead lengths and insulation types available

While BetaTHERM’s standard product offering is based on the ‘400 series compatible’ thermistor probe configurations, the company also supports customized sensor requirements. Options for customization include different resistance versus temperature characteristics, a selection of lead types and a variety of integral custom connectors.

Further information is available by contacting BetaTHERM on 508 842 0516 or alternatively e-mail sales@betatherm.com.