Braun ThermoScan 7+ Ear Thermometer
Accurate, Age-Adjustable Fever Guidance for the Whole Family
Product Overview
The Braun ThermoScan 7+ is an advanced ear thermometer designed to provide accurate temperature readings tailored to the age of the user. It features unique AgeSmart™ technology to help parents interpret fever readings correctly for infants, children, and adults.
Key Features
- AgeSmart™ Technology: Provides age-adjustable fever guidance.
- ExacTemp Stability Indicator: Uses light and beep to confirm proper positioning and stable readings.
- Night Mode: Includes a light for easy use in the dark and a silent mode to avoid disturbing sleep.
- Patented Pre-warmed Tip: Minimizes cooling effect for accurate measurements.
- Safe and Hygienic: Disposable lens filters prevent cross-contamination and ensure accuracy.
Product Comparison
Braun offers different models with varying features:
| Feature | ThermoScan IRT6525 | ThermoScan IRT6030 |
|---|---|---|
| AgeSmart™ Technology | ✓ | X |
| ExacTemp stability indicator | ✓ | ✓ |
| Night mode | ✓ | X |
| Silent mode | ✓ | X |
| Ready beep | ✓ | ✓ |
| Memory storage capacity | ✓ | ✓ |
| Easy-to-read LCD display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Protective case with lens filter storage | ✓ | X |
| Disposable lens filter (21x) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Color | Dark Blue | Blue |
How to Use Braun ThermoScan
Remove the thermometer from its protective case.
Press the Power button. The device will turn on.
Attach a new, clean disposable lens filter to the thermometer tip.
Use the AgeSmart™ button to select the appropriate age range (0-3 Months, 3-36 Months, or >36 Months/Adult).
Gently insert the thermometer probe snugly into the ear canal.
Press and release the Start button. The reading will be displayed after a short beep.
Understanding Fever with AgeSmart™
Clinical research indicates that the definition of fever changes with a child's age. Braun's AgeSmart™ technology helps parents interpret temperature readings accurately based on the child's age group.
Fever Guidance Display
The large, color-coded display provides instant fever detection:
- Green: Normal temperature
- Yellow: Moderate fever
- Red: High fever
Temperature Ranges (°C)
| Age Range | Normal Temperature | Moderate Fever | High Fever |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0-3 Months | 35.8 - 37.4 | > 37.4 | > 37.4 |
| 3-36 Months | 35.4 - 37.6 | 37.6 - 38.5 | > 38.5 |
| > 36 Months / Adult | 35.4 - 37.7 | 37.7 - 39.4 | > 39.4 |
Accuracy and Hygiene
How it Works
Braun ThermoScan measures the infrared heat generated by the eardrum and surrounding tissue. Since the eardrum shares blood supply with the brain's temperature control center, this measurement accurately reflects changes in core body temperature. It is clinically proven to be more accurate than rectal or temple measurements.
The Importance of the Tip
The tip of an ear thermometer can cool the area where the reading is taken, potentially leading to inaccurate results. The Braun ThermoScan's patented pre-warmed tip is designed to minimize this cooling effect, ensuring accurate measurements every time.
Reducing Infection Risk
To reduce the risk of infection when a child has a fever, Braun recommends using disposable lens filters with each measurement. This ensures hygienic use without needing to clean the sensor, preventing cross-contamination. Replacing the filter each time also prevents dirt or ear wax buildup that could clog the sensor and lead to inaccurate readings.
