Let's Get Technical… Migration…Size really does matter…small
is best!!
The ID-162 microchip marketed by Pet Chip Company Ltd. is assembled using
Trovan-proprietary, patented manufacturing technology.
Trovan has appointed the Pet Chip Company Ltd. as its exclusive distributor to the
UK and Eire companion animal market.
Migration.
At 11.5mm length, the AEG "pet-detect®" transponder is smaller than AVID,
Destron (AnimalCare/Identichip) and Datamars (Bayer and Verbak). The AVID
transponder is 14mm and Datamars transponder is 13.3mm long. Independent
trials have shown that large transponder size is the principle indicator of migration,
breakage and abscess formation. Independent comparative tests involving large
and small implantable transponders show that micro-transponders (those
measuring 12mm in length or less) are least prone to migration and breakage.
No lead
The Trovan/AEG patented direct-bonding method uses gold bumps, NOT lead
solder. The "pet-detect®" transponder has no lead soldering joints. Lead is a toxic
substance.
Greater reliability. The Trovan/AEG "pet-detect®" transponder has a reduced
number of components due to patented design features. Conventionally
constructed transponders such as Destron and others, have up to 19 potential
failure points, as shown below:
OTHER BRANDS AEGpet-detect®
Glass Capsule (2 seals) 2 2
Physical Bonds (part attachment) 3 1
Wire Bond Connections 4 2
Solder Joint Connections 4 0
Plated Copper Connections 4 0
Capacitor 1 0
Microchip 1 1
Potential failure points 17 > 19 6
Simplification
The pet-detect® registration form is simply a form - no gimmicks - no unwanted
insurance/travel deals. Designed in consultation with PetLog it is quick to complete
and easy to understand.
Name-tags. We offer our customers a nickel-plated identification tag with each
transponder - not a plastic one. Just one more example of attention to detail and
quality in the pet-detect® system.
Needle gauge
is defined by the inside diameter of the needle. It's logical that a thin, extremely
sharp needle is kinder to the animal. It's that simple. Unlike competing brands, the
Trovan needle has a unique 'thin-walled' design. As a result, the outer diameter
(OD), which is what the animal experiences during implantation, is significantly
smaller with the Trovan needle. It is in fact more like a conventional 13-gauge
needle than the standard 12-gauge needles used by many other brands. Both
Destron and AVID use 12 gauge needles. Standard 12 gauge = 0.08"
0.107" O.D.
AEG needle = 0.0785" 0.101" O.D.
Standard 13 gauge needle = 0.072"
Minimising the outside diameter (O.D.) of the needle is important in animal
applications, because it decreases the chance of haematoma and is less likely to
cause discomfort. Also, unlike competing brands, the Trovan/AEG needle has a
double bevel. Therefore the Trovan/AEG needle neatly incises the skin rather
than puncturing it. The opening heals more easily, and the transponder is less
likely to be extruded. There is also no need to orientate the pet-detect® needle
relative to the animal.
Manufacturing
The Trovan/AEG transponder is manufactured in a fully automated ISO 9001
manufacturing process which ensures consistency in product quality. The fully
automated mass production of the Trovan/AEG product allows economies of
scale; and ensures availability of large quantities of transponders of a consistent
quality; at optimal prices to the end-user. Other technologies require semi-manual
assembly of transponders, which can result in variations in the assembly process,
also limiting the number of transponders potentially available for large-scale
applications. In certain competing brands, the transponder is placed inside the
needle by hand before packaging and sterilisation!