Far infrared warming
Penetrates deep within the body to safely warm the animal
RightTemp®
Temperature monitoring & homeothermic control module
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Category: Temperature
The RightTemp® temperature monitoring and homeothermic control system allows you to accurately monitor and maintain rat and mouse body temperature. Simply set your desired core body temperature and the system will automatically control the warming pad so the animal’s core temperature never goes above or below your set temperature. There aren’t any hot spots like you see with traditional warming pads.
What you get on day one
Automatic control
Self-regulate your animal’s temperature
Configure up to 5 safety alarms
Respond quickly to changes in temperature
Chart and view temperature readings for both pad and animal
See the last 5 readings on the main screen
Upload data to your computer
Includes 1 far infrared warming pad, 8" x 10"
With a 10-pack of disposable sleeve protectors
Includes 2 temperature sensors (rectal probes)
Warm with or without sensors
Output data for use with strip chart software
RightTemp scientific articles and publications
About far infrared (FIR) warming
The pads warm the animal through far infrared (FIR) warming. Far infrared light is absorbed by cells deep within the body of the animal which safely raise the core body temperature. FIR light warms the body without warming the air between the FIR source and the body.
FIR is totally safe; in fact, 80% of the sun’s rays are in the low energy, far infrared range. FIR waves resonate with organic matter and penetrate deep into the body. The energy level of water in the body’s cells is gently increased through “resonant absorption” warming the inside of the body. The body can absorb as much as 90% of FIR heat compared to only 20% with conventional warming pads.
Studies have shown that FIR can maintain therapeutic temperatures longer when compared with conventional heating methods. Less mouse warming is required with FIR than with conventional techniques. FIR allows researchers to safely warm animals for a longer period of time without unknowingly overheating the animal. Your animal can now be warmed over an extended period of time without having to constantly increase the temperature. No hot spots like you see with traditional warming pads.
FIR warming increases body metabolism, thereby discharging anesthetics and toxins, which aid in faster recovery from surgery.
Product specifications
| Resistance | 2252 ohm |
| Tolerance | +/– 0.2° C |
| Accuracy | 25°C to 45°C |
| Operating Temp. | –40°C to 80° C |
| Sensor Diameter | Ball Tip Diameter: 1.65 mm max Shaft: 1.5 mm |
| Time Constant | 10.0 seconds |
| Dissipation Constant | 0.75 m/W (° C) |
The multi-functional controller provides 3 options for use:
- Control/maintain core body temperature by using both sensors (a rectal thermometer and a pad sensor)
- Set desired pad temperature using the pad sensor only
- Adjust pad temperature by changing the percentage of power to the pad using no sensors
Product comparison
| Warming pad control | RightTemp Jr. homeothermic control | PhysioSuite® RightTemp with advanced features |
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| Small footprint; easily fits into your surgical set-up | Automatic control measures and regulates your animal’s temperature | Temperature monitor and homeothermic control module |
| Large display; easily set and identify target temperature | Includes temperature sensor | Modular physiological monitor system |
| Operates using AC power | Far infrared warming pad provided | Optional Modules for ventilation, end-tidal CO2, pulse oximetry and heart rate monitoring |
Select Your RightTemp System
Temperature Monitoring & Homeothermic Control ModuleRightTemp®The RightTemp module is included with SomnoSuite, PhysioSuite, and CODA systems, which can also be modified with a number of other modules as shown below. Choose your system based on your monitoring needs. |
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Automatic Ventilator Module RoVent® | |||||
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Pulse Oximeter and Rat & Mouse Heart Rate Monitor Module MouseSTAT® | |||||
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End-Tidal CO2 Monitor Module CapnoScan® | |||||
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Low-Flow Anesthesia System SomnoSuite® | |||||
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Non-Invasive Blood Pressure CODA™ Monitor |
Temperature Monitoring & Homeothermic Control ModuleRightTemp®The RightTemp module is available as an add-on to the SomnoSuite, PhysioSuite, CODA, and RoVent Jr. systems along with a number of other modules as shown below. Choose your system based on your monitoring needs. | SomnoSuite® | PhysioSuite® | CODA® Monitor | RightTemp® Jr. | RoVent® |
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Temperature Monitoring & Homeothermic Control ModuleRightTemp®The RightTemp module is available as an add-on to the SomnoSuite, PhysioSuite, CODA, and RoVent Jr. systems along with a number of other modules as shown below. Choose your system based on your monitoring needs. | |||||
| Other Available Modules: | |||||
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Automatic Ventilator Module RoVent® | |||||
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Pulse Oximeter and Rat & Mouse Heart Rate Monitor Module MouseSTAT® | |||||
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End-Tidal CO2 Monitor Module CapnoScan® | |||||
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Low-Flow Anesthesia System SomnoSuite® | |||||
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Non-Invasive Blood Pressure CODA™ Monitor |
FAQs
Yes, there are multiple options to record and manage data. The system includes one analog output (for a single parameter), or you may export all parameters digitally via mini-USB.
Yes, the PhysioSuite can be used alongside your stereotaxic frame.
They can be cleaned using a germicidal or antiseptic soap with warm water. It is recommended to use a disposable pad cover. This helps to maintain a sterile environment (if necessary) and also aids in the clean-up after the procedure. Because the pads use far infrared heat, there is no concern about the additional layer inhibiting the animal from being warmed properly.
The pads are comprised of a 3mm carbon wire, a layer of foam insulation, and PVC woven fabric. There is a small metal connector where the wire meets the pad.
No, the RET-2 and RET-3 temperature probes are not compatible with RightTemp.
The percent sign (%) indicates percentage of power. Percentage of power ranges from 0% to 100%.
The maximum temperature is 45C. Temperature of the pad depends on the usage factors, such as the ambient temperature, the surface material of the table, etc.
No, the warming pad controller displays temperature in Celsius.
The probe covers are made of epoxy resin.
The probes are 1.9mm in diameter and approximately 80mm long.
Yes, the controller can be sterilized with hydrogen peroxide gas (or VHP). You may use the same sterilization protocol used for laptop computers and other electronics in your facility. Be sure to open any caps or ports to allow the gas to reach inner mechanisms and tubing, if applicable.