Vertical Autoclave LVA-D11 - Top Heat Rise Lab Thermal Inactivator

What Is a Vertical Autoclave?

A vertical autoclave is a laboratory steam sterilizer that uses pressurized saturated steam at 121–134 °C and up to 0.22 MPa to eliminate microorganisms, spores, and contaminants from glassware, culture media, biological materials, and laboratory instruments.

Product Snapshot

Attribute	Details
Product Name	Vertical Autoclave
Model Number	LVA-D11
Product Type	Laboratory Steam Sterilizer
Used For	Sterilization of glassware, media, biological materials
Industries	Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Healthcare
Alternative Equipment	Horizontal Autoclave, Bench-top Autoclave
Warranty	1 Year
Documentation	Technical manuals available

What Is This Product Used For?

Vertical Autoclave LVA-D11 is used for moist heat sterilization of laboratory materials through pressurized steam exposure. It eliminates microbial contamination from instruments, culture media, biological samples, and laboratory glassware in controlled environments.

How Does a Vertical Autoclave Work?

Water is heated to generate saturated steam
Steam fills the sealed chamber
Pressure increases to raise temperature up to 134 °C
Steam penetrates materials and destroys microorganisms
Holding time ensures sterilization completion
Controlled exhaust releases pressure safely
Optional drying prepares materials for handling

Key Functional Capabilities

Top-loading vertical sterilization system
Programmable sterilization cycles (0–99 minutes)
Digital touchscreen interface for parameter control
Automatic cooling and steam discharge
Safety interlocks with auto-shutdown protection
Optional drying system for post-sterilization handling

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Capacity	50 L
Chamber Size	340 × 550 mm
Temperature	Up to 134 °C
Pressure	0.22 MPa
Time Range	0–99 min
Accuracy	≤ ±1 °C
Power	3 kW
Supply	220 V AC, 50 Hz
Dimensions	510 × 470 × 1130 mm
Net Weight	68 kg

When Should You Choose This Vertical Autoclave?

Sterilizing glassware, media, and biological samples
High-pressure steam sterilization at 134 °C is required
Laboratories require automated cycle control
Safety and operator protection are prioritized
Drying capability is needed after sterilization

Vertical vs Horizontal Autoclave

Feature	Vertical Autoclave	Horizontal Autoclave
Loading	Top loading	Front loading
Capacity	Medium	High
Space	Compact	Large
Use Case	Routine lab sterilization	Bulk sterilization

Industries That Use This Equipment

Pharmaceutical laboratories
Biotechnology and microbiology facilities
Healthcare and hospital sterilization units
Academic and research institutions

Frequently Asked Questions About Vertical Autoclave LVA-D11

Q1. What type of autoclave is LVA-D11?
Class N vertical steam sterilizer for laboratory use.

Q2. What materials can it sterilize?
Glassware, biological samples, instruments, and culture media.

Q3. What is the operating temperature?
Up to 134 °C.

Q4. What safety features are included?
Door interlocks, overpressure protection, and auto-shutdown.

Q5. Does it have a drying system?
Optional drying system is available.

Typical Application Scenarios

Glassware sterilization in laboratories
Culture media preparation
Biomedical and clinical sterilization
Research and microbiology workflows

Compliance and Standards

GMP laboratory sterilization practices
Microbiological contamination control
Clinical sterilization workflows

Executive Summary

Vertical Autoclave LVA-D11 is a 50 L Class N top-loading steam sterilizer operating at 134 °C and 0.22 MPa with programmable controls, safety interlocks, and optional drying, suitable for laboratory sterilization workflows.