Patent ID: 6152596
Filing Date: 2000-11-28
Classification: G01J

Abstract:
A probe cover for use with an infrared thermometer comprising a probe having a tip to be placed adjacent a body, said tip comprising a window to receive radiation for measuring the temperature of the body, said probe cover being adapted to substantially prevent contact between the body and said probe while allowing radiation to be transmitted through said window to a sensor forming part of said thermometer, said probe cover comprising:a support means including a substantially rigid member to be held in position at a probe side that is opposite to said window; anda plant stretchable film extending over said support means to envelop adjacent parts of said probe when said cover is in place on said probe allowing transmission of radiation from said body through said film to said probe;wherein said film is circumferentially corrugated prior to the cover being in place and the corrugations are substantially flattened when the cover is in place.