Autoclaves are also known as steam sterilizers and are commonly used for health or industrial applications. Autoclave sterilizes medical or laboratory devices by heating above the boiling point. There are many types of autoclaves for different uses - small, medium and large for sterilization and disinfection in desktop or floor models. In the following article, we will help you choose the right autoclave.
Which Autoclave is right for me?
There are several points to consider when choosing an Autoclave.
What should be sterilized?
- A distinction must be made between sterilization of vessels and sterilization of liquids and sterilization of metal vessels.
Sterilization of metal tools by dentists and surgical instruments: Better autoclave with a vacuum (CLASS B).
Its advantages:
- Performs sterilization and disinfection in the smallest parts.
-Dries the dishes and prevents the accumulation of water droplets.
-Dentists, doctors and surgeons, pedicurists will purchase an autoclave with a vacuum.
In sterilization and disinfection of glassware / Arlenmeier cups, can be used without vacuum.
In the sterilization of liquids, it is forbidden to work with a vacuum.
What size is needed?
It is important to choose a suitable size for the tools to fit into the device.
Note that the size
The effectiveness that can be used is smaller than the internal dimensions of the inner cell.
If you need to sterilize many tools during the day, you should purchase an autoclave
To a large extent. Such an autoclave will reduce the number of cycles and save time.
You need to know the place you have, and thus decide what kind of autoclave to purchase. The device comes in many shapes and sizes. Each of them has advantages and disadvantages.
The most suitable autoclave will be one that suits your needs and maintains your operation without taking up more space than required.
Desktop or Vertical autoclave?
A Desktop autoclave with a front door allows convenient insertion and removal of metal utensils and analysis on trays.
A Vertical autoclave with a top opening allows glassware to be inserted: Arlenmeier cups and test tubes.
Autoclaves for purchase
MRC has been offering quality autoclaves and laboratory equipment for 30 years