About Exergen
For over 25 years, Exergen has been a leader in non-invasive temperature measurement technology. The company developed the TemporalScanner, the original temporal artery thermometer designed to measure temperature with a gentle forehead scan. Supported by 100+ patents and clinical studies, Exergen thermometers are used in hospitals, pediatric offices, and millions of homes, delivering reliable readings focused on accuracy, safety, and ease of use.
Why Temporal Artery Technology
Temporal artery thermometer scans the forehead to capture heat from the artery for gentle, reliable temperature readings.
Founder-Led Innovation
Developed by Harvard researchers Dr. Francesco and Dr. Marybeth Pompei, Exergen’s TemporalScanner delivers reliable readings.
How does a temporal artery thermometer work?
A temporal thermometer scans the forehead to measure heat from the temporal artery using infrared technology, providing a quick temperature reading.
Why measure temperature on the forehead?
The temporal artery runs just beneath the skin on the forehead, making it a convenient and comfortable location for temperature measurement.
Who can use this thermometer?
The forehead thermometer is suitable for infants, children, and adults using the same simple scanning method.
Is the Temporal Artery Scanner a non-contact thermometer?
No. The Temporal Artery Scanner is designed to gently touch the skin. The probe scans across the forehead while remaining flush with the skin surface, and can also measure behind the ear to support accurate temperature readings.
Why measure temperature at the temporal artery?
The temporal artery runs close to the skin on the forehead and reflects core body temperature. Its consistent blood flow makes it a reliable location for temperature measurement and allows quick scanning across the forehead.
Why measure behind the ear?
The area behind the ear can help confirm readings when sweat on the forehead may cause lower results. This area maintains stable blood flow during vasodilation, helping support accurate temperature measurement.
What technology does the thermometer use?
The thermometer uses patented infrared technology that scans arterial heat from the skin while also measuring ambient temperature. A built-in algorithm automatically adjusts readings for consistent temperature measurement.
Exergen Thermometers
 TAT-2000C+ (Newest Model) |  TAT-2000C (Older Model) | TAT-2000C+ (Newest Model) |  TAT-5000S | |
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Customer Reviews | — | — | — | — |
Price | — | — | — | — |
Model | TAT-2000C+ | TAT-2000C | TAT-2000C+ | TAT-5000S |
Home Model Upgrade | ? | ? | ? | ? |
Best For | Home & family use | Home & family use | Home & family use | Hospitals, ICUs & EDs |
Display | Soft Glow lighted LCD | Lighted LCD | Soft Glow lighted LCD | Digital LCD |
Age Range | All ages | All ages | All ages | All ages |
Battery Door Access | Easy-open Screw | "Tough Lock" Slide | Easy-open Screw | N/A |
Is the Temporal Artery Scanner a non-contact thermometer?
No. The Temporal Artery Scanner is designed to gently touch the skin. The probe scans across the forehead while remaining flush with the skin surface, and can also measure behind the ear to support accurate temperature readings.
Why measure temperature at the temporal artery?
The temporal artery runs close to the skin on the forehead and reflects core body temperature. Its consistent blood flow makes it a reliable location for temperature measurement and allows quick scanning across the forehead.
Why measure behind the ear?
The area behind the ear can help confirm readings when sweat on the forehead may cause lower results. This area maintains stable blood flow during vasodilation, helping support accurate temperature measurement.
What technology does the thermometer use?
The thermometer uses patented infrared technology that scans arterial heat from the skin while also measuring ambient temperature. A built-in algorithm automatically adjusts readings for consistent temperature measurement.
Exergen Thermometers
TAT-2000C+ (Newest Model) | TAT-2000C (Older Model) | TAT-2000C+ (Newest Model) | TAT-5000S |
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer Reviews | |||
| — | — | — | — |
| Price | |||
| — | — | — | — |
| Model | |||
| TAT-2000C+ | TAT-2000C | TAT-2000C+ | TAT-5000S |
| Home Model Upgrade | |||
| ? | ? | ? | ? |
| Best For | |||
| Home & family use | Home & family use | Home & family use | Hospitals, ICUs & EDs |
| Display | |||
| Soft Glow lighted LCD | Lighted LCD | Soft Glow lighted LCD | Digital LCD |
| Age Range | |||
| All ages | All ages | All ages | All ages |
| Battery Door Access | |||
| Easy-open Screw | "Tough Lock" Slide | Easy-open Screw | N/A |
About Exergen
For over 25 years, Exergen has been a leader in non-invasive temperature measurement technology. The company developed the TemporalScanner, the original temporal artery thermometer designed to measure temperature with a gentle forehead scan. Supported by 100+ patents and clinical studies, Exergen thermometers are used in hospitals, pediatric offices, and millions of homes, delivering reliable readings focused on accuracy, safety, and ease of use.
Why Temporal Artery Technology
Temporal artery thermometer scans the forehead to capture heat from the artery for gentle, reliable temperature readings.
Founder-Led Innovation
Developed by Harvard researchers Dr. Francesco and Dr. Marybeth Pompei, Exergen’s TemporalScanner delivers reliable readings.
How does a temporal artery thermometer work?
A temporal thermometer scans the forehead to measure heat from the temporal artery using infrared technology, providing a quick temperature reading.
Why measure temperature on the forehead?
The temporal artery runs just beneath the skin on the forehead, making it a convenient and comfortable location for temperature measurement.
Who can use this thermometer?
The forehead thermometer is suitable for infants, children, and adults using the same simple scanning method.