US3966414A
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Time temperature indicators
Assignee: Pymah Corp
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Filing: 1974-01-16
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Granted: 1976-06-29
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Expires: 1994-01-16
Abstract
Abstract A system operable to signal the attainment of a preselected time-temperature integral for monitoring the temperature history of a product utilizes a free-radical sensitive dye and a peroxide on a carrier.
Inventors
- 👤 Ghazi Khattab
- 👤 Robert J. Witonsky
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-25 20:28
CPC Classifications
G; G01; G01K; G01K3/00; G01K3/02; G01K3/04; G01K11/00; G01K11/12; G01K11/16
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
157 words
An indicator system operable to signal the attainment of a preselected value corresponding to the integral of the temperatures to which said system has been exposed as a function of time comprising: a. a free radical sensitive dye; b. at least a one molar excess based on said dye on an organic peroxide having the formula R.sup.1 --O--O--R.sup.2 wherein each of R 1 and R 2 , independent of the other, is (I) a hydrocarbon group selected from the group consisting of alkyl, alkenyl, phenyl, phenylalkyl, cycloalkyl, phenoxyalkyl and substituted derivatives thereof or (II) said hydrocarbon group linked to the peroxy group through a carbonyl, oxycarbonyl or sulfonyl group; and a solid, peroxide inert carrier; wherein a mixture of said free radical sensitive dye and organic peroxide is supported on said solid, peroxide inert carrier; whereby said dye changes color in the system as a result of free radical generation from the decomposition of said organic peroxide.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
157 words
An indicator system operable to signal the attainment of a preselected value corresponding to the integral of the temperatures to which said system has been exposed as a function of time comprising: a. a free radical sensitive dye; b. at least a one molar excess based on said dye on an organic peroxide having the formula R.sup.1 --O--O--R.sup.2 wherein each of R 1 and R 2 , independent of the other, is (I) a hydrocarbon group selected from the group consisting of alkyl, alkenyl, phenyl, phenylalkyl, cycloalkyl, phenoxyalkyl and substituted derivatives thereof or (II) said hydrocarbon group linked to the peroxy group through a carbonyl, oxycarbonyl or sulfonyl group; and a solid, peroxide inert carrier; wherein a mixture of said free radical sensitive dye and organic peroxide is supported on said solid, peroxide inert carrier; whereby said dye changes color in the system as a result of free radical generation from the decomposition of said organic peroxide.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
15 words
An indicator system as defined in claim 1 wherein said dye is a triphenylmethane derivative.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
25 words
An indicator system as defined in claim 1 wherein the peroxide has a thermal decomposition activation energy of from about 5 to about 34 Kcal/mole.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
42 words
An indicator system as defined in claim 1 wherein said dye is selected from the group consisting of Malachite green, Brilliant green, Gentian violet, fuchsin and eosin and said peroxide is selected from the group consisting of lauroylperoxide, benzoylperoxide and phenoxyethylperoxy dicarbonate.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
43 words
An indicator system as defined in claim 1 wherein said organic peroxide is selected from the group consisting of acetyl cyclohexylsulfonylperoxide, dibenzylperoxyl dicarbonate, dicyclohexylperoxy-dicarbonate, diisopropylperoxy dicarbonate, 2, 4-dichlorobenzoylperoxide, decanoylperoxide, lauroylperoxide, t-butylperoxymaleic acid, 1-hydroxy-1 -hydroperoxydicyclohexylperoxide, 2, 5-dimethyl-2, 5-bis-(benzoylperoxy) hexane, benzoyl peroxide and phenoxyethylperoxy dicarbonate.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1979-06-29 | 1979-12-29 | 1980-06-29 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-06-29 | 1983-12-29 | 1984-06-29 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-06-29 | 1987-12-29 | 1988-06-29 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |