Vertical Autoclave LVA-D13 - NIST Traceable Lab Vertical Autoclave

Product Snapshot

What Is This Product Used For?

Vertical Autoclave LVA-D13 is used for moist heat sterilization of laboratory materials through pressurized steam exposure. It eliminates microbial contamination from microbiological cultures, instruments, glassware, and biohazard waste while maintaining controlled sterilization conditions.

How Does a Vertical Autoclave Work?

1. Water is heated to produce saturated steam

2. Steam fills the sealed sterilization chamber

3. Pressure increases, raising temperature up to 134 °C

4. Steam penetrates materials for microbial destruction

5. Holding time ensures sterilization effectiveness

6. Controlled exhaust releases pressure safely

7. Cooling allows safe removal of sterilized items

Key Functional Capabilities

• High-temperature steam sterilization up to 134 °C

• Programmable sterilization cycles

• Digital monitoring of temperature and pressure

• Uniform steam distribution within the chamber

• Safety interlocks for controlled operation

• Suitable for routine laboratory sterilization

Technical Specifications

When Should You Choose This Vertical Autoclave?

• Routine sterilization of laboratory materials

• Steam sterilization preferred over dry heat

• Controlled and repeatable sterilization cycles required

• Mid-capacity sterilization needed

• Laboratories following GLP or GMP practices

Vertical vs Horizontal Autoclave

Industries That Use This Equipment

• Pharmaceutical laboratories

• Biotechnology and microbiology research facilities

• Clinical and hospital laboratories

• Food testing and environmental labs

• Academic research institutions

Frequently Asked Questions  About Vertical Autoclave LVA-D13

Q1. How does a vertical autoclave sterilize materials?
       It uses pressurized saturated steam to destroy microorganisms and spores.

Q2. What temperature is used for sterilization?
       Typically 121 °C or 134 °C depending on the cycle.

Q3. Can it sterilize culture media and instruments?
       Yes, it is suitable for glassware, media, instruments, and waste.

Q4. Is it suitable for clinical laboratories?
      Yes, it is used in clinical and diagnostic environments.

Q5. What safety features are included?
       Pressure control, temperature monitoring, and safety interlocks.

Typical Application Scenarios

• Microbiological culture sterilization

• Glassware and instrument decontamination

• Biohazard waste sterilization

• Clinical infection control workflows

Compliance and Standards

• Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)

• Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)

• Laboratory biosafety guidelines

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