Vertical Autoclave LVA-A12 - Thermal Inversion Lab Sterilizer

What is Vertical Autoclave LVA-A12?

Vertical Autoclave LVA-A12 is a laboratory steam sterilization system used to sterilize instruments, culture media, glassware, and waste using saturated steam at temperatures up to 134 °C. It is designed for compact and controlled sterilization where precise temperature, pressure, and cycle timing are required.

Product Snapshot

Attribute	Details
Product Name	Vertical Autoclave
Model Number	LVA-A12
Product Type	Steam Sterilization Equipment
Used For	Sterilization of laboratory instruments, media, and waste
Industries	Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Research Laboratories, Healthcare, Academic Institutions
Alternative Equipment	Table Top Autoclave, Horizontal Autoclave
Warranty	1 Year Standard Warranty

What is this product used for?

Vertical Autoclave LVA-A12 is used to sterilize heat-resistant laboratory materials such as instruments, glassware, culture media, and waste using pressurized steam. It helps maintain contamination control and supports routine sterilization workflows in laboratory and clinical environments.

Who should use this autoclave?

Best for
• Small to medium sterilization loads
• Laboratories with limited space
• Microbiology and research workflows
• Routine sterilization of media and instruments

Not suitable for
• High-volume bulk sterilization
• Industrial-scale operations
• Fully automated large-capacity systems

How does Vertical Autoclave LVA-A12 work?

• Water is heated to generate saturated steam
• Steam fills the sealed vertical chamber
• Temperature and pressure reach sterilization levels
• Steam penetrates materials and inactivates microorganisms
• Pressure is released safely after cycle completion

Core functional capabilities

• Vertical chamber for compact installation
• Steam sterilization using controlled temperature and pressure
• Programmable temperature and time settings
• Pressure-regulated sterilization cycles
• Stainless steel chamber for repeated use
• Safety interlock system for controlled operation

Technical specifications

Parameter	Specification
Chamber Volume	12 L
Sterilization Temperature	Up to 134 °C
Working Pressure	0.22 MPa
Sterilization Time	Adjustable
Chamber Material	Stainless Steel
Control System	Microprocessor-based
Power Supply	220 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Installation Type	Floor-standing or bench-side

Which autoclave should you choose?

Feature	LVA-A10	LVA-A11	LVA-A12
Capacity	50 L	Configurable	12 L
Control	Semi-auto	Manual or semi-auto	Microprocessor
Application	Lab and waste	Lab and batch	Lab and research
Space	Moderate	Moderate	Compact

How to choose this Vertical Autoclave?

• Required sterilization capacity
• Type of materials such as media, instruments, or waste
• Available laboratory space
• Required temperature and cycle control
• Laboratory workflow and usage frequency

Alternative equipment

• Table Top Autoclaves for compact bench-top sterilization
• Horizontal Autoclaves for high-capacity sterilization
• Dry Heat Sterilizers for moisture-sensitive materials

Frequently Asked Questions About Vertical Autoclave LVA-A12

Q1. What materials can be sterilized using this autoclave?
Glassware, laboratory instruments, culture media, and compatible bio-waste can be sterilized

Q2. What sterilization temperature does it support?
It supports sterilization temperatures up to 134 °C

Q3. Is this unit suitable for microbiology laboratories?
Yes, it is widely used for microbiology sterilization workflows

Q4. What safety features are included?
It includes pressure control systems and safety interlocks

Q5. Can sterilization parameters be adjusted?
Yes, temperature and cycle time can be adjusted

Q6. Can this autoclave sterilize liquid media?
Yes, it supports sterilization of liquid culture media

Q7. Does the vertical chamber support tall containers?
Yes, it accommodates flasks and bottles used in laboratories

Q8. Is it suitable for daily laboratory use?
Yes, it is designed for repeated sterilization cycles

Q9. Where is this autoclave typically used?
It is used in research, pharmaceutical, and clinical laboratories

Q10. How is cycle monitoring performed?
Cycle parameters are monitored through a digital control panel

Compliance and standards

This autoclave is used in laboratory environments aligned with ISO 17665 and GMP practices where controlled steam sterilization is required for contamination control and process validation.

Typical application scenarios

• Sterilization of culture media
• Decontamination of laboratory glassware
• Processing of biohazardous waste
• Instrument sterilization in clinical labs

Internal linking

• For compact systems refer to Table Top Autoclaves
• For high-capacity systems refer to Horizontal Autoclaves
• For sterilization guidance refer to Steam Sterilization Guide

Executive Summary

Vertical Autoclave LVA-A12 is a 12 L steam sterilization system operating up to 134 °C and 0.22 MPa. With microprocessor control and adjustable cycles, it provides compact and accurate sterilization of laboratory instruments, media, and waste in research and clinical environments.