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Medsource IR300
Medsource IR300 Non-Contact Thermometer 2 Seconds
The MEDSOURCE Non-Contact Infared Thermometer is the ideal tool for safely screening temperatures. Measure body temperature on the forehead without coming into physical contact with another person. This thermometer is suitable for clinical and home...
$80.03 -
Veridian
Veridian Oral & Rectal Digital Thermometer Stick 30 Seconds
Proven clinical accuracy Memory recall of last reading Fever alert Fahrenheit/Celsius measurements Oral, rectal or underarm use Waterproof for sanitary cleaning Automatic shut-off Includes: thermometer, full storage case, 5 probe covers, replaceable LR41...
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Veridian
Veridian Non-Contact Thermometer 1 Second
Non-contact measurements, proven clinically accurate 1-second instant results Body, surface or room measuring options Comparable to oral readings, silent reading night mode 3-Color backlit fever alert display Fahrenheit/Celsius measurements, Memory...
$36.02 -
Veridian
Veridian Infared Forehead Thermometer, Non-Contact Skin Probe
3-year limited warranty 2 AAA batteries included No tip covers required Non-invasive temperature reading of a person or object 1-second readout Proven clinically accurate Measures body and object/liquid temperatures Body temperature measurements taken...
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Veridian
Veridian 60-Second Digital Thermometers, 9 Piece Display
This display comes with 9 digital themometers in four different colors. The digital themometers allow for the temperature to be taken in the users peferred measurement of choice. It also allows the user to keep record of the last temperature reading to...
As low as $32.44 -
Veridian Healthcare LLC
Veridian Infrared Forehead Thermometer, Non-Contact Handheld Skin Surface Probe
Includes: Thermometer, two AAA batteries, detailed English/Spanish instructions and quick start guide Memory recall of last 32 readings Forehead, object or room temperature modes No tip covers required Automatic shut-off Low-battery indicator Vibration...
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McKesson
McKesson Disposable Skin Thermometer 15 Seconds
McKesson forehead temperature strips provide a convenient, accurate, and inexpensive way to monitor a patient’s temperature. The lit bars indicate proper numerical reading in seconds.Provides convenient, accurate and inexpensive way to monitor patient’s...
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Veridian
Veridian Oral & Rectal Digital Thermometer Stick 9 Seconds
This display comes with 9 digital themometers. The digital themometers allow for the temperature to be taken in the users peferred measurement of choice. It also allows the user to keep record of the last temperature reading to monitor wellness. This...
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Veridian
Veridian Digital Thermometer Display Kit
This display comes with 16 digital themometers in four different colors. The digital themometers allow for the temperature to be taken in the users peferred measurement of choice. It also allows the user to keep record of the last temperature reading to...
As low as $51.44 -
Veridian
Veridian Tympanic Ear Thermometer 1 Seconds
The Veridian Instant Ear Thermometer is a great alternative to oral, rectal and underarm thermometers. This thermometer provides results several times faster than the fastest oral thermometer, making it ideal for infants and fidgety children. It can even...
As low as $33.53 -
Veridian
Veridian Non-Contact Thermometer
1-second results Proven clinically accurate Measures body, surface and ambient temperatures Body temperature measurements taken at forehead Large LCD display, easy-to-read Three color backlit display Memory recall of last 32 readings Audible fever alert...
As low as $33.31 -
ADC
Adtemp Non-Contact Thermometer Large Backlit Display 1 Second
The Adtemp™ 429 Non-Contact Thermometer features an infrared sensor that reads temperature from the middle of the forehead with no skin contact required for a safe and comfortable experience that minimizes the risk of cross-contamination.Infrared sensor...
$63.99
Thermometers & Accessories
Thermometers & Accessories
A thermometer is an essential component of any first aid kit or medicine cabinet. Not so long ago, that meant buying a traditional glass thermometer or a simple digital oral thermometer. Today, however, there are many types of thermometers on the market, and choosing the best one for your needs may take a little research. Consider the different types of medical thermometers available and the pros and cons of each.
Glass Thermometers
Glass thermometers can take oral, axillary (under the arm), or rectal temperatures.
Pros: They’re versatile, they don’t need batteries or another power source, and they’re easily sanitized, so they don’t require any accessories.
Cons: They can break, and some glass thermometers may still contain mercury. They must remain in place for three minutes to obtain an accurate reading, and they’re more difficult to read than other types of thermometers.
Standard Digital Thermometers
Like traditional glass thermometers, standard digital thermometers can take oral, axillary, or rectal temperatures.
Pros: They’re versatile and give you a reading in about 30 seconds. They are more accurate than glass thermometers.
Cons: The battery can run down, and the electronics can malfunction. If you’re using them outside of a home setting, you will need to buy probe covers for sanitary reasons.
Ear (Tympanic) Thermometers
Ear thermometers use infrared technology to measure the body’s temperature at the eardrum.
Pros: This type of thermometer is less invasive than using a glass or digital thermometer to take an oral or rectal temp. Readings are nearly instantaneous. Because they are non-invasive, they’re well-suited for use in children.
Cons: They may be less accurate than temperatures taken orally or rectally. Using one requires purchasing thermometer accessories — in this case, probe covers to fit your specific model. The electronic parts can malfunction, as well.
Forehead (Temporal) Thermometers
Like ear thermometers, forehead thermometers use infrared technology to measure temperature, this time at the temple. Many models do not require contact with the skin to work.
Pros: Touch-free models don’t require any accessories and don’t have to be sanitized between uses. They are child-friendly and provide instant readings.
Cons: External factors such as ambient temperature, drafts, wind, and sunlight can affect the device's accuracy. Certain types of clothing can also cause inaccurate readings, as well.
Like other digital thermometers, they require electricity, and electronic parts can malfunction.
Non-Contact Thermometers
Non-contact thermometers use infrared skin probes to take a temperature without touching the skin. These non-touch thermometers provide instant and accurate temperatures in adults, children, and infants.
Thermometer Sheaths and Probe Cover
Thermometer probe covers are often a disposable cover that helps create a safe environment for taking temperatures. Using a thermometer sheath reduces the risk of contamination when sharing a single thermometer. These are helpful for use at home, healthcare facilities, and nursing homes.
Pacifier Thermometers
A fairly new arrival on the scene, pacifier thermometers are intended for infants or toddlers.
Pros: Easy to use in babies and toddlers.
Cons: They must stay in place for a very long time — up to six minutes — without moving. Readings are less accurate than other types of thermometers.
Disposable thermometer strips are also an option, but their accuracy is far lower than other thermometers. The Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine states that they should not be used to make clinical decisions.
A thermometer is a simple but important medical tool. Browse our popular brands including McKesson, AdTemp, and NexTemp to find the thermometer that’s right for you.
A thermometer is an essential component of any first aid kit or medicine cabinet. Not so long ago, that meant buying a traditional glass thermometer or a simple digital oral thermometer. Today, however, there are many types of thermometers on the market, and choosing the best one for your needs may take a little research. Consider the different types of medical thermometers available and the pros and cons of each.
Glass Thermometers
Glass thermometers can take oral, axillary (under the arm), or rectal temperatures.
Pros: They’re versatile, they don’t need batteries or another power source, and they’re easily sanitized, so they don’t require any accessories.
Cons: They can break, and some glass thermometers may still contain mercury. They must remain in place for three minutes to obtain an accurate reading, and they’re more difficult to read than other types of thermometers.
Standard Digital Thermometers
Like traditional glass thermometers, standard digital thermometers can take oral, axillary, or rectal temperatures.
Pros: They’re versatile and give you a reading in about 30 seconds. They are more accurate than glass thermometers.
Cons: The battery can run down, and the electronics can malfunction. If you’re using them outside of a home setting, you will need to buy probe covers for sanitary reasons.
Ear (Tympanic) Thermometers
Ear thermometers use infrared technology to measure the body’s temperature at the eardrum.
Pros: This type of thermometer is less invasive than using a glass or digital thermometer to take an oral or rectal temp. Readings are nearly instantaneous. Because they are non-invasive, they’re well-suited for use in children.
Cons: They may be less accurate than temperatures taken orally or rectally. Using one requires purchasing thermometer accessories — in this case, probe covers to fit your specific model. The electronic parts can malfunction, as well.
Forehead (Temporal) Thermometers
Like ear thermometers, forehead thermometers use infrared technology to measure temperature, this time at the temple. Many models do not require contact with the skin to work.
Pros: Touch-free models don’t require any accessories and don’t have to be sanitized between uses. They are child-friendly and provide instant readings.
Cons: External factors such as ambient temperature, drafts, wind, and sunlight can affect the device's accuracy. Certain types of clothing can also cause inaccurate readings, as well.
Like other digital thermometers, they require electricity, and electronic parts can malfunction.
Non-Contact Thermometers
Non-contact thermometers use infrared skin probes to take a temperature without touching the skin. These non-touch thermometers provide instant and accurate temperatures in adults, children, and infants.
Thermometer Sheaths and Probe Cover
Thermometer probe covers are often a disposable cover that helps create a safe environment for taking temperatures. Using a thermometer sheath reduces the risk of contamination when sharing a single thermometer. These are helpful for use at home, healthcare facilities, and nursing homes.
Pacifier Thermometers
A fairly new arrival on the scene, pacifier thermometers are intended for infants or toddlers.
Pros: Easy to use in babies and toddlers.
Cons: They must stay in place for a very long time — up to six minutes — without moving. Readings are less accurate than other types of thermometers.
Disposable thermometer strips are also an option, but their accuracy is far lower than other thermometers. The Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine states that they should not be used to make clinical decisions.
A thermometer is a simple but important medical tool. Browse our popular brands including McKesson, AdTemp, and NexTemp to find the thermometer that’s right for you.