Patent ID: 6069566
Filing Date: 2000-05-30
Classification: G01K

Abstract:
A device for measuring and signaling an internal temperature of a container comprising:a selector configured to provide for selection of a predetermined temperature value, said selector having a portion of conductive material affixed to said selector, a position of said portion of conductive material being adjusted upon selection of the predetermined temperature value;a transducer configured to connect to said container;an informing device;a source of electrical energy configured to supply electricity to said informing device upon attainment of said predetermined temperature value; anda bimetallic element connected to said source of electrical energy, said transducer being anchored to said bimetallic element and configured to contact said portion of conductive material on said selector upon deformation of said bimetallic element based on temperature change within said container once said predetermined temperature value is reached thereby providing electricity to said informing device.