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RFID BOLUS

October 27th, 2009 Manthan Bhavsar No comments

Technical Literature Bolus

Physical Dimensions

Length: 68 mm. ±2%

Diameter: 20mm ±2%

Weight: 65 gr. ±7%

Raw materials

The Ruminal bolus is made of ceramic (AL2 03:96%)

The pack of the bolus is made of Poliexpan

The wrapping cartoon comes from recycled material.

Transponder Characteristics

Dimensions 4 x 34.5mm.
Material BIO GLASS 8625.
Colour Transparent
Operative frequency 134.2 kHz
Operative Temperature 0ºC a +50ºC.
Technology FDX-b

Design

The design and shape of the Ruminal bolus is due to the invention patent of it. Therefore, all manufacturers should comply with a unique design.

Packaging

The Ruminal boluses are in packs of 50 units, put vertically, ready to use, in pack of poliexpan that can support vibrations and it can absorb knocks.

Each pack has a diskette containing the following information; codes of microchips, lot, pack and packing day.

Reading distance

The reading distance of the Ruminal bolus depends on different factors. But, the most important one is the reader itself. The distances specified in this point refer to the use of Felixcan dynamic reader “Centurion”.

The configuration of this reader allows several geometries because 1 or 2 antennae can be connected. The most usual configuration would be to put one or two antennae, vertically, in the corridor where animals go through.

It is important not to forget that ISO 11784/11785 technologies are NOT anticrash. So, if there is more than one transponder along the chute, the reading will be failed. So, it is recommended that the width of the antenna is as tighter as possible to the animal’s size in order to oblige them to go one by one.

In optimums conditions, where there are not interference sources, the maximum reading distances are the following ones:

  • 1 antenna of 60×60cm. + Then 60cm.
  • 2 antennae of 60×60cm making a corridor + than 90cm.

These reading distances maintain constantly with a speed of 1 meter/second Applicator

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RFID Reader (Cattle, buffaloes, sheep and goats)

October 27th, 2009 Manthan Bhavsar No comments

Technical Literature Portable Reader

DESCRIPTION

  • Felixcan Universal Reader 2.0 is a hand reader, compatible with ISO 11784/5. It can read FDX-B and HDX technologies
  • This reader has been specifically designed to be used in country environments its wide graphic display and its ergonomics design make easer the microchips reading and the data introduction into the reader.
  • The data log system of this reader allows introducing date, text, choosing data from a list. The storage and search of data is instantaneous.

WHAT IS INCLUDE IN THE PACK

The Universal Reader pack includes:

  • Universal Reader 2.0
  • A cable with a battery charger and USB interface.
  • Transport bag.
  • User’s instructions.
  • Control Software.

SPECIFICATIONS

Reading Compatibility ISO 11784/11785. FDX-B and HDX
Reading Distance To 35cm (Depending on the microchips size)
Power Supply Rechargeable Ni-MH battery: 6V/2000 mAh. Approximately 3000 readings
Battery Charger 230 VAC, 9V DC 1A
Connexions USB 2.0.

There is also available a version of the reader with Bluetooth connexion

Display Graphical LCD display, with 128×64 pixels resolution with backlight
Keyboard Alphanumerical, 16 keys
Data Storage 512kb of no volatile memory. More than 20000 readings can be stored depending on the defined fields
Working temperature From 0º C to +45 º C
Dimensions 325 x100 x 45 mm
Weight 593 gr.
Others Internal real-time clock, Configurable red and green LEDs

View of portable Reader


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Comparison between external and internal RFID tags for animal identification

June 6th, 2009 Manthan Bhavsar No comments

Sr No.

Internal (Injectable) Tags

External (Ear) Tags

Ruminal Bolus

1.

Needs pre sterilized needles or disposable syringes for injecting.

Does not need sterilization. Just needs spray of anti bacterial on the external area.

Needs bolus guns, sterility may be an issue. Also need monitoring in initial days

2.

No way of finding if an animal is injected or not as India has smaller holding of cattle. May need external tag just to identify the injected ones.

Easily identifiable. Farmer can read the numbers for sms based/phone based information system and authentication.

No way of finding if an animal is injected or not as India has smaller holding of cattle. May need external tag just to identify the injected ones.

3.

Difficult to identify location

No such issue

Needs patient probing for ID. Not always successful in muddy, filthy animals. Needs skin contact probing for read.

4.

Perfection is needed for injection as it is sub-cutaneous and not intravenous. (It should be parallel to skin and not penetrative)

VOs and others already trained for ear tagging

Perfection is needed for bolus administration and monitoring.

5.

Difficult to remove after death for purpose of insurance

Easy to cut off

Difficult to remove after death for purpose of insurance

6.

Permanent and non intrusive.

Permanent and non intrusive.

Permanent and non intrusive

BIO-THERMO — implanted chip ,sensors for ANIMALS

LifeChip BioThermo®

LifeChip BioThermo®…sub-dermal microchip…temperature sensor for animals…

LifeChip Bio-Thermo® implantable microchip is the pet industry’s first sub-dermal biosensor microchip that uses RFID (radiofrequency identification) technology to identify a pet and provide an accurate and reliable reading of its body temperature.

The Digital Angel LifeChip Bio-Thermo® implantable microchip will redefine the way veterinarians and pet owners use a pet’s temperature as a health indicator. The current method of rectal readings often stresses the pet, resulting in incorrect readings. The Bio-Thermo® LifeChip eliminates stress motivators, and provides an easy way to take a pets temperature. Digital Angel also plans to develop additional services utilizing the unique automatic noninvasive features of the system.”

Digital Angel won USDA and FDA approval to market the LifeChip Bio-Thermo® microchip, which gauges an animal’s body temperature. The company looks ahead to future biosensor chips that track an animal’s hormonal changes, blood pressure and, eventually, disease.

Pocket Readers

Pocket Reader & Pocket Reader EX

  • Pocket Reader

The Destron hand held “Pocket” type microchip scanners were designed specifically for use with companion animals in animal shelters or veterinary clinics. Both microchip scanners have a one function button for unprecedented ease of operation. The ergonomic design makes them easy-to-use and convenient. The battery powered, radio frequency microchip scanners incorporate many innovative features for reading and identifying electronic microchips including SMART technology, automatic channel searching and RF Surround. The microchip scanners are reasonably priced for any size clinic or shelter.

Pocket Reader EX The Pocket Reader EX microchip scanner was created to provide animal shelters and clinics in the United States with a reader that could consistently read microchips from various manufacturers. The Pocket Reader EX had the best overall results in a comprehensive, industry-wide field test conducted by the American Humane Association to evaluate the performance of universal microchip scanners. The Pocket Reader EX is recommended for scanning Horses and larger animals.

Features

  • SMART (Standard Memory & Re-Programmable Technology)
    The microchip scanners incorporate an integrated circuit which allows them to be re-programmed. Through the use of SMART software, the microchip scanners have the flexibility to read current and future microchip technologies in 13 different languages. This innovative software technology allows the microchip scanners to read the codes of all implanted microchips as required by specific markets throughout the world.
  • Automatic channel searching
    The Pocket Reader line of products automatically searches for the presence of other manufacturers’ microchips, locking in on the specific channel and reading the microchip.
  • RF Surround
    The microchip scanner’s antenna is designed to surround the microchip in a high intensity magnetic field. This optimises reading performance with the microchip in any orientation.
  • RS 232 Compatible
    Interface with Serial Interface Link or Smart Kit allows the user to send ID codes directly from the microchip scanner to a computer.
  • Battery powered
    The microchip scanners operate on four universally available AAA or AA alkaline batteries.
  • Automatic shut off
    The microchip scanners are programmed to automatically shut off when the power level of the batteries is not sufficient enough to read chips.
  • Low cost
    The microchip scanners are priced to be affordable for shelters and veterinarians in any size market.
  • Ergonomic
    The lightweight microchip scanners are designed to fit easily into the hand of male or female operators to allow for effortless operation with the right or left hand.

Pocket Reader Ex Models Only

The Pocket Reader EX microchip scanners incorporate all the standard Pocket Reader features with the following additions:

  • Larger antenna size
    The antenna has a larger surface area designed to give greater read range, surface area coverage and speed.
  • AC-DC power adapter
    This is available as an optional extra for the EX model reader only. It allows this reader to plug into a standard 240v power outlet for continuous use. This power unit has a product code of Techer-57 Power Pack.
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