Vertical Autoclave LVA-F20 – Laboratory Steam Sterilization Equipment

What Is a Vertical Autoclave? 

A vertical autoclave is a laboratory steam sterilizer that uses pressurized saturated steam at 121–134 °C and controlled pressure to eliminate microorganisms, spores, and contaminants from culture media, instruments, glassware, and biohazard waste.

Product Snapshot

What Is This Product Used For?

Vertical Autoclave LVA-F20 is used for moist heat sterilization of laboratory materials using pressurized steam. It eliminates microbial contamination from culture media, instruments, glassware, and biohazard waste.

How Does a Vertical Autoclave Work?

1. Water is heated to generate saturated steam

2. Steam fills the sealed chamber

3. Pressure increases to reach sterilization temperature

4. Steam penetrates materials and destroys microorganisms

5. Holding time ensures sterilization completion

6. Controlled exhaust releases pressure safely

7. Cooling enables safe unloading

Key Functional Capabilities

• 20 L vertical sterilization chamber

• Programmable sterilization cycles

• Microprocessor-based control system

• Safety interlocks and pressure protection

• Suitable for liquid and solid sterilization loads

• Stainless steel chamber for durability

Technical Specifications

When Should You Choose This Vertical Autoclave?

• Small to medium sterilization loads required

• Routine sterilization of media and instruments

• Microbiology or clinical workflows involved

• Compact vertical system preferred

• Controlled steam sterilization needed

Vertical vs Horizontal Autoclave

Industries That Use This Equipment

• Pharmaceutical laboratories

• Biotechnology and microbiology labs

• Healthcare and hospital laboratories

• Research and academic institutions

Frequently Asked Questions About  Vertical Autoclave LVA-F20

Q1. What materials can be sterilized?
        Media, glassware, instruments, and biohazard waste.

Q2. What temperature is used?
      Typically 121 °C or 134 °C.

Q3. Can liquid media be sterilized?
        Yes, with controlled cycles.

Q4. What safety features are included?
      Pressure protection and interlocks.

Q5. What capacity does it offer?
       20 L chamber capacity.

Typical Application Scenarios

• Culture media sterilization

• Instrument decontamination

• Biohazard waste processing

• Pharmaceutical QC sterilization

Compliance and Standards

• GMP sterilization workflows

• Laboratory biosafety protocols

• Standard steam sterilization guidelines

Executive Summary

Vertical Autoclave LVA-F20 is a 20 L steam sterilizer operating at up to 134 °C and 0.22 MPa with microprocessor control and safety interlocks, designed for routine laboratory sterilization workflows.