Temperature loggers are becoming an integral part of quality management systems across a wide range of industries. Disposable temperature loggers are used in many industries for the cold chain monitoring of various items such as pharmaceuticals, blood transportation, as well as for food and beverage. They are a quick and easy way to verify that a cold chain or desired temperature was steady and uninterrupted during the transportation of goods. 

The use of single-use or disposable temperature loggers is ideal when it proves to be difficult or too expensive to retrieve a data logger from a customer. Disposable temperature loggers are affordable and invaluable devices for maintaining the quality and safety of a wide range of both food and non-food products.

What are disposable temperature loggers?

Temperature data loggers are devices used to capture and record temperature over a period of time. They are placed in environments to detect and record any deviations from the expected temperature which may have a detrimental effect on the quality of goods.

Disposable temperature loggers are a simple, single-use style of data logging device. They are simple to activate, capture accurate measurement records, simple to deactivate and upload data to other devices or the Internet.

Applications for disposable temperature loggers

A disposable temperature logger can be used anywhere that temperature needs to be recorded over a period where it is more convenient to discard the logger after use. They are generally designed for one-way transportation recording.

Examples of disposable temperature loggers applications are in the transport of:

• Pharmaceuticals and vaccines
• Perishable food items
• Ripening foods
• Flowers and plants
• Blood and other temperature-sensitive medical components; and
• Chemicals

What are the benefits of disposable data loggers?

1. Quick access to information: Get your temperature information quickly and easily. No need to rely on the end customer to package up and send the data logger back to you before you see the shipment temperature information.
2. Easy to access to information: The data logger examples listed below all feature ‘easy-to-upload’ plug and play features, so data can be uploaded by the end-user without the need for software. They can also share recorded data in PDF format.
3. Cost-Effective: The disposable data loggers listed below start from as low as $AU28+GST.

Examples of disposable temperature loggers

Here’s a quick introduction of four popular disposable temperature loggers available from Instrument Choice. All are priced under $AU50 per logger. You can see a full comparison of specifications in the table below.

Single-Use Logger Product Code: IC-RC-19  

Easy to use and upload data, this logger also features a barcode for scanning and traceability. With intuitive three-button functionality and USB, you can quickly download recorded temperatures.

Water and dustproof, the IC-RC-19 temperature logger is designed for the cold chain monitoring of food.

 

 

 

Tempmate Single-Use Temperature Logger  

One of the most popular disposable temperature loggers. Tempmate is a cost-effective and reliable way to obtain temperature data. (Bulk purchase pricing available).

Packed in waterproof, food-grade packaging the Tempmate takes readings and displays them in a detailed PDF report. Reporting includes graphs and tables.

 

 

 

Single Use Temperature Data Logger – IC-LogEt6  

THE IC-LogEt6 is another great disposable temperature logger suitable for most cold chain management processes.

Along with temperature tracking, the device features an LCD screen that displays temperature and highlights breaches of pre-set temperature limits as they occur.

 

Easy Log Disposable Loggers  

• Chilled Goods IC-EL-PDF-1-001 PK10
• Frozen Goods IC-EL-PDF-1-002 PK10
• Ripening Goods IC-EL-PDF-1-003 PK10
• Ambient Pharma IC-EL-PDF-1 004 PK10

Making temperature data logging even easier, this range of four disposable temperature loggers are supplied with pre-set alarms depending on specific needs. The four kits are;

• Chilled goods. Alarm range 8°c High and 2°c low.
• Frozen goods. Alarm range -16°c High and -20°c low.
• Ripening Goods. Alarm range 14°c High and 12°c low
• Ambient Pharma. Alarm range 25°c High and 8°c low

Comparison of Disposable Temperature Loggers

	Single-Use Logger	Tempmate Single Use Temperature Logger	Single Use Temperature Data Logger - IC-LogEt6	Easy Log Disposable Loggers
Temperature Range	-30°c to 70°c	-30°c to 70°c	-30°c to 70°c	-30°c to 60°c
Temperature Accuracy	Between -20°c to 40°c accuracy is ±0.5°c. Outside of this range accuracy is ±1°c	Between -20°c to 40°c accuracy is ±0.5°c. Outside of this range accuracy is ±1°c	Between -20°c to 40°c accuracy is ±0.5°c. Outside of this range accuracy is ±1°c	Overall ±0.5°c
Resolution	0.1°c	0.1°c	0.1°c	0.1°c
Logging interval	12-minute sample rate	10-minute sample rate	10-minute sample rate	10-minute sample rate
Memory / Data Capacity	16,000 data points	16,000 data points	16,000 data points	32,600 data points
Durability	Dustproof & waterproof IP67 / NEMA 6 rating	Food safe, dustproof & waterproof IP67 / NEMA 6 rating.	Dustproof & waterproof IP67	Dustproof & waterproof IP67
Data interface	USB 2.0, A-Type	USB 2.0, A-Type	USB 2.0, A-Type	USB 2.0, A-Type
Report type	PDF	PDF	PDF	PDF
Software Required	Not required to download data. Is available to configure device if desired.	No	Not required to download data. Is available to configure device if desired.	No
Alarms	Yes	Yes as well as an LED light indicator	Yes – Can be configured via data management software	Yes – Preconfigured depending on the need for chilled, frozen or ripening.

 

Conclusion

If you want to be in control of the quality and safety of your product you need to be aware of any temperature deviations during transportation. Observation and data collection during the cold chain is key to ensuring your customers receive a product that’s of the same quality that left your warehouse door. With accurate data collection and easily downloaded and shared reports, disposable temperature loggers make this task easy.

Have questions or need some help finding the best disposable temperature logger for your application? Call one of our friendly scientists on 1300 737 871 or email [email protected] and they will answer your questions within three business hours.