Vertical Autoclave LVA-C14 - Vertical Condensate Drain Lab System

What is Vertical Autoclave LVA-C14

Vertical Autoclave LVA-C14 is a 14 L steam sterilizer designed for sterilizing laboratory instruments, media, glassware, and waste using pressurized saturated steam at 121–134 °C.

Product Snapshot

Attribute	Details
Product Name	Vertical Autoclave
Model Number	LVA-C14
Product Type	Laboratory Steam Sterilizer
Used For	Sterilization of lab equipment, media, and glassware
Industries	Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Healthcare, Educational Labs
Alternative Equipment	Horizontal Autoclave, Tabletop Autoclave, Steam Sterilizer
Warranty	1 Year Standard Warranty
Support	Technical documentation and operational guidance available

What Is This Product Used For

Vertical Autoclave LVA-C14 is used to sterilize laboratory instruments, culture media, glassware, and biohazardous waste using high-pressure saturated steam. It enables microbial inactivation and supports compliance with laboratory sterilization protocols.

Industries That Use This Product

• Pharmaceutical and biotechnology laboratories
• Clinical and diagnostic laboratories
• Microbiology research facilities
• Hospitals and healthcare sterilization units
• Educational and academic laboratories

How Does Vertical Autoclave LVA-C14 Work

The autoclave generates saturated steam at high pressure, typically between 121 °C and 134 °C. Materials are exposed to steam inside the stainless steel chamber while the system controls temperature, pressure, and cycle duration. After sterilization, pressure is released safely before unloading.

Core Functional Capabilities

• Sterilization of instruments, glassware, and media
• Programmable sterilization cycles for different loads
• Digital interface for monitoring parameters
• Compact vertical design for space-efficient installation
• Safety interlocks and pressure protection
• Suitable for routine laboratory sterilization workflows

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Chamber Volume	14 Liters
Sterilization Temperature	121 °C to 134 °C
Pressure Range	1.1 to 1.2 bar
Sterilization Time	5 to 60 minutes
Chamber Material	Stainless Steel
Display	Digital control panel
Power Supply	220 V AC, 50 Hz
Dimensions	360 × 360 × 700 mm
Weight	Approx. 27 kg

Best Fit vs Limitations

Best Fit	Limitations
Small laboratory sterilization	Not suitable for high-volume processing
Microbiology and research labs	Limited chamber capacity
Clinical and educational labs	Requires batch-based operation
Space-limited installations	Not for large centralized sterilization

How to Choose This Vertical Autoclave

• Compact sterilization equipment is required
• Programmable cycles are needed for consistency
• Routine sterilization of media and instruments is performed
• Space-efficient vertical design is preferred
• Compliance with laboratory sterilization standards is required

Alternative Equipment

• Horizontal autoclaves for large-volume sterilization
• Tabletop autoclaves for smaller applications
• Microwave sterilizers for rapid liquid sterilization

Frequently Asked Questions About Vertical Autoclave LVA-C14

Q1. How does a vertical autoclave sterilize materials?
It uses high-pressure saturated steam to penetrate loads and inactivate microorganisms.

Q2. What materials can be sterilized?
Glassware, instruments, culture media, and biohazardous materials.

Q3. Can it be used in clinical laboratories?
Yes, it is suitable for clinical, microbiology, and research laboratories.

Q4. How long does a sterilization cycle take?
Typically between 15 and 60 minutes depending on load type.

Q5. Can liquid media be sterilized?
Yes, it includes controlled cycles for safe liquid sterilization.

Typical Application Scenarios

• Sterilization of microbiological media
• Laboratory instrument decontamination
• Glassware sterilization
• Biohazard waste treatment

Compliance and Standards

• Standard microbiology sterilization protocols
• Clinical laboratory sterilization guidelines
• GMP-aligned laboratory operations

Internal Linking Opportunities

Section	Suggested Links
Parent Category	Autoclaves
Related Products	Horizontal Autoclave, Tabletop Autoclave
Buying Guides	Guide to Laboratory Sterilization Equipment
Technical Articles	Understanding Autoclave Sterilization Cycles

Comparison Table of Vertical Autoclave LVA-C14

Feature	LVA-B12	LVA-B13	LVA-B14	LVA-B15	LVA-C10	LVA-C11	LVA-C12	LVA-C13	LVA-C14
Capacity	12 L	~50 L	14 L	15 L	100 L	50 L	12 L	~50 L	14 L
Loading	Vertical	Vertical	Vertical	Vertical	Vertical	Vertical	Vertical	Vertical	Vertical
Temperature	Up to 134 °C	Up to 134 °C	Up to 134 °C	Up to 134 °C	121/134 °C	121/134 °C	Up to 134 °C	Up to 134 °C	121–134 °C
Pressure	Up to 0.22 MPa	~0.22 MPa	0.22 MPa	0.22 MPa	0.12–0.22 MPa	0.12–0.22 MPa	Up to 0.22 MPa	~0.22 MPa	1.1–1.2 bar
Control	Microprocessor	Digital	Preset	Microprocessor	Manual/Semi-auto	Microprocessor	Adjustable	Digital	Digital
Use Case	Small labs	Medium labs	Teaching labs	Routine labs	High-volume labs	Medium labs	Small labs	Research labs	Compact lab use

Executive Summary

Vertical Autoclave LVA-C14 is a 14 L digital top-loading steam sterilizer designed for laboratory, microbiology, pharmaceutical, clinical, and educational environments. It operates at 121–134 °C with programmable cycles and safety interlocks, suitable for sterilizing instruments, media, glassware, and biohazard waste in controlled laboratory workflows.