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Bio-Thermo LifeChips:Bio-Thermo microchips read the temperature of the animal in which they are implanted! The Bio-Thermo LifeChips are made by Destron, a leader in RFID technology (Radio Frequency Identification). Bio-Thermo LifeChips are very small--about the size of a grain of rice. Each chip is assigned a 15 digit, unique ID code which is then registered in a database such as a livestock registry and stays associated with your animal for its entire life. A LifeChip is powered by energy in the radio signal from Destron’s Pocket Reader which activates the microchip. And once the signal is received by the chip, a sensor sends back the ID code along with the animal’s temperature. Only Destron Pock-Readers can read animal temperature info from Bio-Thermo LifeChips. The Benefits: There are many benefits of the LifeChip with Bio-Thermo Technology. For starters, readings are obtained fast and easily when the handheld reader passes over where the chip is implanted in the animals. You can check temperatures as often as you like with only minimal stress to animals & yourself (compared to rectal readings). From use at shows to checking pregnant females & crias, you’ll love the convenience and speed of the LifeChip and Reader. Implanting: Implanting microchips in livestock is becoming the industry standard for Camelids and other livestock industries. And when you do chip your animals, you help to protect them if they are stolen or lost. As a buyer, when an animal has been microchipped, you are sure you’re getting the animal you want. Each chip comes with a one-time use pre-loaded syringe and is sealed in a sterile package. The package contains stickers showing the 15 digit codes that can be sent in with registrations and added to your files. Bio-Bond: Glass capsule type chips can sometimes migrate after implanting & therefore be unavailable for important ID purposes. Destron Fearing microchips are manufactured with a patented Bio-Bond process. The material is bio-compatible with the animal’s tissue which enables the animal’s tissue to connect with the microchip greatly reducing the risk of migration and loss. Take advantage of Bio-Thermo LifeChip technology for your alpacas, llamas and other light livestock. And take advantage of FREE SHIPPING on all microchips and readers!Click here for more info  - No more handles to loose & find - No more needles to load on the handle - Just unpackage the preloaded syringe, use and discard with other sharps Easy! |
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 So if your reader read can Destron chips or other chips that use the 134KHZ, 15 digit technology it will read the SmartChips as well. We have tested the SmartChips with our readers to be sure.
 Sealed sterile packaging Operating frequency: 134.2 KHz Effective read distance : Up to 7 cm ± 1 ~ 2 cm , (The read distance depends on portable reader, battery and environment) Storage temperature: -20C ~ + 70C SmartChips are ISO 11784/5 compliant The chip operates at the standard frequency, are readable by all ISO readers. There are two types of compliant code sequence- HDX and FDX. The SmartChip is FDX coded. |
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| We are using those new SmartChip microchips and they are working great.
The price for the 10 pack saves us some money also since we chip over 100 animals a year.
These work just fine with our Destron Universal reader. Steve Johnson Manager Northwest Alpacas Ltd. www.alpacas.com |
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Destron Fearing: DTR-4 Hand-Held Reader Click here for User Manual Features
• Universally reads FDX and HDX tags and is ISO-compliant |
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| Hi Jay. My vet was out to microchip again yesterday. She raves about the SmartChips that I have. She says they are the easiest to inject (when she remembers to take the safety off) and she likes the sharp needles on them. She wishes all her customers used them. - Jeanine Erdner-Tindall |
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The Pocket Reader is a compact, easy to use, battery powered radio frequency device that reads and identifies electronic microchips. The Pocket Reader incorporates many user driven features and is designed specifically for use with companion animals. All operation of the Pocket Reader is performed with one simple function button. • Conforms to ISO: The Pocket Reader can be programmed to read all transponders which conform to ISO DIS 1 1785, including Annexes. Actual programming may vary according to need. • RF Surround: The reader's antenna is designed to surround the transponder in a high intensity magnetic field. This optimizes reading performance with the transponder in any operation. • Identifies multiple vendors' microchips: The Pocket Reader will read and display all Destron * Fearing transponders ID's as well as identify the existence of transponders made by other companies. • Pocket size: The reader fits easily into either hand of a male or female operator. The unit is lightweight and can be conveniently stored. • Battery level indicator: The Pocket Reader automatically displays battery power level. As battery life is decreased, the LCD battery display will reduce in size. • Battery powered: The unit operates on four universally available AAA batteries. • Low cost: This reader is affordable for any ones needs. |
| Specifications | |
| Case | Size: 17cm L x 8 cm W x 3.2 cm H Weight: 28 oz. Material: ABS Plastic |
| Operating Frequency | 125 kHz or 134.2kHz |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 50C (32 to 122F |
| Storage Temperature | -20 to 65C (-4 to 149F) |
| Humidity | 10-90% (non-condensing) |
| Batteries | Four 1.5-volt alkaline batteries (size AAA) |
| Display | 16-character LCD |
| Output Port | Serial field programmable port |
| Avoid storing unit in direct sunlight, excessive moisture or extreme temperatures. | |
Spec Sheet Universal & Portable microchip reader The iMax reader does not read the Bio-Thermo type chips This Swiss-engineered reader is a universal reader  and is in full accordance with ISO Standard 11785. With the ability to read both 125kHz and 134.2kHz encrypted chips. ISO FDX-A/FECAVA (Destron/Avid), FDX-B, Trovan, this reader is truly the most universal reader available today.With the combination of high performance and low cost, the iMAX Black Label Reader is an unbeatable reading device. It is homologated by the European Community (CE) and USA (FCC). |
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| Chips scanned | Frequency scanned | Read distance | Batteries | Size | Weight | Operating temp | Auto Off | |
| Reader Deluxe | Destron, SmartChip, DataMars and all other 15 digit/134..2 kHz microchips as well as AVID and all other 125 kHz microchips | 125 kHz or ISO 134.2 kHz | Up to 15 cm | Battery Pack | 49.5 cm(L) 7.6 cm(W) | 70 g | -25°C to +50°C |
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| Destron Reader | Destron, SmartChip, DataMars and all other 15 digit/134..2 kHz microchips as well as AVID and all other 125 kHz microchips | 125 kHz or ISO 134.2 kHz | Up to 7 cm | 4 AAA | 170 mm(L) 80 mm(W) 32 mm(H) | 308 g | 0°C to +50°C | YES |
| iMax | Destron, SmartChip, DataMars and all other 15 digit/134..2 kHz microchips as well as AVID and all other 125 kHz microchips | 134.2 kHz | FDX-B up to 15cm FDX-A up to 7cm HDX up to 20cm |
9 volt Alkaline Battery lasts about 1000 readings |
300mm(L)124mm(W)44mm(H) | 360 g | 0°C to +50°C | After 90 seconds |
| MicroMax | Destron, SmartChip, DataMars and all other 15 digit/134..2 kHz microchips | ISO 134.2 kHz | Up to 7 cm | 2 AAA | 12.5 cm(L) 2.8 cm (W) 2 cm(H) | 74 g | 0°C to +50°C | After 90 seconds |
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| Tips for use of microchips and readers: -Always scan the microchips before insertion to be sure it is working. -The insertion of a microchip is basically a subcutaneous injection…just using a big needle. -After insertion make sure the microchip is not on the surface of the skin, in the fleece or hair of the animal by brushing or rubbing the area in order to dislodge an errant chip. -Rescan the chip to be sure it is working in the embedded location. -Store the barcode stickers that contain the microchip number for future reference. The stickers can be placed on registration paperwork, the tab of a file folders, etc. -Rescan the chip anytime an ID is needed and before each vet appointment when a CVI (certificate of vet inspection) is planned to be sure the microchips are available so the vet can include the microchip number on the CVI. Microchips and Shows: Follow this process to be sure you’re prepared for a show: Scan the microchip in the animal with the vet present to be sure the microchip number that the vet puts on the CVI matches the chip in the alpaca, llama, mini-horse, etc. Then as the animal is loaded on the trailer for the show rescan the chip to be sure it can still be found and read. And bring your scanner to the show to be sure you can scan the chip if there is a question at check in. This will help insure that your show animal makes it into the show every time. Read the Spring 2009 MAPACA newsletter that explains the new requirements for microchiping and suggestion to have ones own scanner on hand to check chips. MaPaNL2009_Spring.pdf  Top 10 reasons to Choose LifeChipsOriginal ResearchLifeChips are a result of Destron’s original research and are covered by worldwide patents. Destron Technologies control every step of the ISO 9001 certified manufacturing process of the LifeChip and is far from the generic product as seen by other marketers of these products. This also means that the latest technology improvements will be available with LifeChips. No-one knows more about implantable microchip technology! Anti-Migration Cap LifeChip is the ONLY microchip with a proven effective anti migration device attached as required in many vet and livestock association microchip protocols. The patented Bio-Bond® anti-migration cap is a porous polypropylene polymer sheath attached to the microchip implant to impede migration. Recent publications in veterinary Journals has documented the effectiveness of BioBond. New Sharper Needle The new LifeChip precision needles are bevel cut to optimize the delivery of the microchip with a minimum of effort and discomfort to the animal. The needle now also carries a silicon coating for a smoother injection. For ease of discard the needle can be detached from the syringe body. New Sterile Bubble Pack LifeChip's new packaging ensures that your microchips and implanters arrive in pristine condition. Sterility is guaranteed by Destron's pharmaceutical standard sterility controls. Documented shelf life is 5 years from sterilization. New Click Safe Syringe Listen for the Safety-Clic when the syringe plunger is fully depressed to indicate proper implantation. No more user errors with microchips half inserted. A further click will indicate that the needle tip is protected from accidental injury and therefore minimizes safety concerns. Full Needle Cap Destron has introduced a secure needle cap to ensure that the LifeChip transponder is held in an optimal position during storage and transport. The new cap also protects needle sharpness assures product sterility. Barcodes Eight barcodes securely attached to packaging to eliminate errors caused by loose labels. Use for recording onto animal records, database forms etc. Ongoing Improvement And Research Destron Technologies is committed to animal identification and advancing microchip technology to produce product improvements that really matter. An increase in the read range of 50% is the next target. Watch for microchips with greater read distances and bio-sensing in the near future! Pocket Reader EX Scanners The POCKET reader set the benchmark for quality and are true MULTIREADERS. They will read all brands of ISO and Non ISO chips that have been sold in North America. The latest readers can read all FDX and HDX cattle and sheep tags and can be programmed to keep up with technology advances. Selected By The Most Discerning Customers LifeChip has been selected by the pet owners and livestock breeders around the world including the Australia Stud Book to electronically identify Australian thoroughbred horses. LifeChips are also used in the UK, South Africa and France and many other organizations world wide for this important task. When it comes to horses worth millions there can be no mistakes. It stands to reason to select LifeChip for your livestock or priceless family pets! Please read this Study of Bio-Bond  |