Vertical Autoclave LVA-E12 - Half Cycle Method Compatible Lab Autoclave

What Is a Vertical Autoclave?

A vertical autoclave is a laboratory steam sterilizer that uses pressurized saturated steam at 50–134 °C and up to 0.217 MPa to eliminate microorganisms, spores, and contaminants from instruments, glassware, culture media, and laboratory materials.

Product Snapshot

Attribute	Details
Product Name	Vertical Autoclave
Model Number	LVA-E12
Product Type	Laboratory Sterilization Equipment
Capacity	50 L
Temperature Range	50–134 °C
Pressure	0.217 MPa
Time Range	0–99 h
Power	3500 W
Supply	220 V, 50/60 Hz
Industries	Medical, Microbiology, Veterinary, Food Processing

What Is This Product Used For?

Vertical Autoclave LVA-E12 is used for moist heat sterilization of laboratory and clinical materials using pressurized steam. It eliminates microbial contamination from instruments, glassware, culture media, and laboratory tools.

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
Cooling allows safe unloading

Key Functional Capabilities

Microcomputer-controlled LED interface
Programmable sterilization cycles (0–99 hours)
Internal and external discharge options
Safety alarms and overheat protection
Self-inflating sealing ring for airtight operation
Suitable for solid and liquid sterilization

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Capacity	50 L
Temperature	50–134 °C
Pressure	0.217 MPa
Time Range	0–99 h
Power	3500 W
Supply	220 V, 50/60 Hz
Dimensions	550 × 620 × 1070 mm
Weight	97 kg

When Should You Choose This Vertical Autoclave?

Sterilizing instruments, glassware, and culture media
Liquid sterilization cycles are required
Precise programmable control is needed
Compact vertical sterilization system preferred
Laboratories require multi-industry usage

Vertical vs Horizontal Autoclave

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

Industries That Use This Equipment

Hospitals and medical laboratories
Microbiology and research labs
Veterinary clinics
Food processing and testing facilities

Frequently Asked Questions About Vertical Autoclave LVA-E12

Q1. What materials can be sterilized?
Glassware, instruments, media, liquids, and textiles.

Q2. What is the maximum temperature?
Up to 134 °C.

Q3. Can liquids be sterilized?
Yes, controlled cycles allow safe liquid sterilization.

Q4. What safety features are included?
Overheat protection, alarms, sealing system, and pressure control.

Q5. What is the capacity?
50 L chamber capacity.

Typical Application Scenarios

Surgical instrument sterilization
Microbiology lab decontamination
Veterinary equipment sterilization
Food laboratory sterilization

Executive Summary

Vertical Autoclave LVA-E12 is a 50 L steam sterilizer operating at up to 134 °C and 0.217 MPa with microcomputer control, designed for sterilization of laboratory materials across medical, microbiology, veterinary, and food testing environments.