The Nidek TAT-5000 TemporalScanner Thermometer is a professional temperature measurement device designed to provide fast, non-invasive and convenient temperature readings using temporal artery scanning technology. It is intended to support healthcare professionals in hospitals, clinics and other clinical environments where efficient patient temperature assessment is important.
Featuring a response time of approximately 0.04 seconds, a large, bright LED display and an industrial-duty, impact-resistant casing, the TAT-5000 is designed for convenient use by doctors and nurses. Its stainless-steel probe and hermetically sealed sensing system support durability, while chemically resistant materials are designed to withstand harsh disinfectants.
The manufacturer’s datasheet specifies clinical accuracy of ±0.1°C (±0.2°F) per ASTM E1112. The device also features a long battery life of up to 15,000 readings and a lifetime warranty, as stated in the supplied product information.
Key Features of the Nidek TAT-5000
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Fast temperature measurement: Approximate response time of 0.04 seconds.
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Non-invasive operation: Designed for fast, safe and comfortable temperature assessment.
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Clinical accuracy: ±0.1°C (±0.2°F) per the supplied datasheet.
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Temporal artery scanning: Measures temperature using a temporal scanning method.
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Bright LED display: Large, bright LED indicators for convenient reading.
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Industrial-duty construction: Impact-resistant casing for demanding healthcare environments.
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Hermetically sealed sensing system: Designed for a robust, enclosed sensing assembly.
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Stainless-steel probe: Durable probe construction.
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Chemical resistance: Materials designed to withstand harsh disinfectants.
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Long battery life: Up to 15,000 readings, according to the datasheet.
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Optional disposable covers: The datasheet states that covers are optional, supporting reduced cover waste when permitted by the applicable cleaning and infection-control protocol.
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Lifetime warranty: Listed in the supplied manufacturer datasheet.
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Brand |
Nidek |
| Model |
TAT-5000 |
| Product name |
TemporalScanner Thermometer |
| Measurement method |
Temporal artery scanning |
| Clinical accuracy |
±0.1°C (±0.2°F), per ASTM E1112 as stated in the datasheet |
| Temperature range |
16–43°C (61–110°F) |
| Arterial heat balance range for body temperature |
34.5–43°C (94–110°F) |
| Operating environment |
16–40°C (60–104°F) |
| Resolution |
0.1°C or °F |
| Response time |
Approximately 0.04 seconds |
| Battery life |
Up to 15,000 readings |
| Screen display time |
30 seconds |
| Display type |
Large, bright LEDs |
| Dimensions |
5 × 20 × 3 cm (2.0 × 8.0 × 1.25 inches) |
| Weight |
213 g (7.5 oz) |
| Casing |
Industrial-duty, impact-resistant casing |
| Sensing system |
Hermetically sealed |
| Probe material |
Stainless steel |
| Covers |
Optional, according to the datasheet |
| Warranty |
Lifetime, as stated in the supplied datasheet |
Product Disclaimer
Specifications and included accessories may vary by production batch, market, or manufacturer revision. Please verify the exact configuration with the seller before purchase. This product information is intended for general product guidance and does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
