Implantable Heart Rate, Activity and Temperature Logger Overview of changes in animal activity and heart rate over time. Minimally invasive, leadless and simple to implant. Ideal for use in physiological and behavioral research on large animals. Leadless, minimally invasive Small, size 46mm x 15mm and 19g Correlation between heart rate and activity Stress-free long-term studies Guaranteed accuracy and performance Product Details The DST centi-HRT ACT logger simultaneously measures long term heart rate, activity, and body temperature in animals. No external wires, making it simple to implant; hermetically sealed for biocompatibility. Ideal for studies monitoring behaviour and stress response in laboratory animal research, wildlife studies, animal welfare, and fish physiology. Allows correlation between heart rate and activity, useful for stress response studies. Available with two or three sensors: activity and temperature, or activity, heart rate, and temperature. Heart rate derived from a leadless single channel ECG; electrodes are part of the housing for easy implantation. Burst measurement of ECG at set intervals, calculates mean heart rate for each recording; each burst graded with a QI (quality index) accessible in the application software. Measures acceleration in three dimensions, providing an overview of changes in animal activity over time. Battery life over 19 months with a 10-minute sampling interval; suitable for long-term, stress-free studies. Two sampling modes: single interval or multiple intervals (up to 7 different intervals). Individually calibrated, comes with a calibration certificate; accuracy and performance guaranteed for one year after purchase. Usage Designed for ease of use from setup, implantation, to data retrieval and analysis. Supported by Mercury software and Communication Box (required for first order). Logger is programmed via Communication Box and software; user sets start time, date, and sampling interval. Multiple measurement intervals can be set for the same study. Software calculates memory fill and battery consumption based on interval settings. Data is uploaded via Communication Box; results displayed graphically and in tables, exportable to other programs. Logger can be sterilized and reused as long as the battery lasts; battery is not replaceable. Accessories Communication Box: Interface between logger and PC, used for starting logger and retrieving data, includes USB cable. Mercury software: Graphical Windows software for setup, data retrieval, and export; free updates. Implantation Leadless design and small size make implantation simple and minimally invasive. Recommended to implant subcutaneously close to the heart for best ECG signal. Suitable for large animals such as cattle, sheep, pigs, and bears. Can be sterilized and reused as long as the battery lasts; avoid sterilization methods exceeding 60°C. Specifications SensorsHeart rate, Activity (3-axes acceleration), Temperature Size (Diameter x Length)15mm x 46mm Housing MaterialAlumina (Ceramic) Weight (in Air/in Water)19g/12g Data Resolution12 bit (Temperature), 13 bit (Acceleration) Acceleration Resolution2mg Temperature Range5°C to +45°C (41°F to 113°F)* Temperature Resolution0.032°C (0.058°F) Temperature Accuracy+/-0.2°C (0.36°F) Memory TypeFLASH Memory Capacity99,863 measurements per sensor (if all parameters are recorded simultaneously) Memory Capacity Bytes2,097,152 bytes / HR+T 3 bytes, acceleration statistics 18 bytes Measurement IntervalUser specified in minutes or hours Minimum Measurement Interval2 minutes (T+HR+ACT,T+HR,T+ACT) Multiple Intervals OptionUp to 7 different intervals Measurement Options (Primary/Secondary)T+HR OR T+ACT OR T+HR+ACT Heart Rate (HR): ECG Sampling Frequency80-800Hz Data Retention25 years ClockReal time clock. Accuracy +/-1 min/month. CommunicationsCommunication Box, wireless transmission when DST is placed in the box. Connection to PC: USB cable Attachment Hole0.9 mm (diameter) Battery Life2-17 months** Replaceable BatteryNo Duration of HR Measurement600 or 1500 ECG samples Accelerometer Sampling Frequency0.03Hz-10Hz Duration of ACT Measurement1 minute *Outside ranges available upon request **For sampling interval of 2-20 minutes; ECG sampled at 600Hz, Activity 1Hz over 1 minute. Battery is non-replicable and non-rechargeable. Warranty: 12 months Specifications may change without notice.