Vertical Autoclave LVA-E13 - Steam Quality Analysis Compatible Autoclave

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 media, instruments, glassware, and biological waste.

Product Snapshot

Attribute	Details
Product Name	Vertical Autoclave
Model Number	LVA-E13
Product Type	Steam Sterilization Equipment
Used For	Sterilization of media, instruments, glassware, waste
Industries	Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Clinical, Research, Healthcare
Alternative Equipment	Horizontal Autoclave, Tabletop Autoclave, Dry Heat Sterilizer
Warranty	1 Year
Documentation	Technical manuals available

What Is This Product Used For?

Vertical Autoclave LVA-E13 is used for moist heat sterilization of laboratory materials using pressurized steam. It eliminates microbial contamination from culture media, instruments, glassware, and biological waste.

How Does a Vertical Autoclave Work?

Water is heated to generate saturated steam
Steam fills the sealed chamber
Pressure increases to raise temperature to 121–134 °C
Steam penetrates materials and destroys microorganisms
Holding time ensures sterilization completion
Controlled exhaust releases pressure safely
Cooling enables safe unloading

Key Functional Capabilities

Steam sterilization using controlled temperature and pressure
Programmable sterilization cycles
Digital monitoring of temperature and pressure
Safety interlocks and pressure protection
Suitable for liquid, solid, and waste sterilization

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Temperature Range	121–134 °C
Pressure Range	0.1–0.22 MPa
Chamber Type	Vertical
Control	Digital programmable
Safety	Pressure protection and interlock system
Power	220–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz

When Should You Choose This Vertical Autoclave?

Routine sterilization of laboratory materials
Culture media and waste sterilization required
Controlled sterilization cycles needed
Compact vertical sterilization preferred
Laboratories operate under GLP or GMP

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

Pharmaceutical laboratories
Biotechnology and microbiology labs
Clinical and hospital laboratories
Research and academic institutions
Food and environmental testing labs

Frequently Asked Questions Vertical Autoclave LVA-E13

Q1. What materials can be sterilized?
Glassware, media, instruments, and biological waste.

Q2. What temperatures are used?
Typically 121 °C or 134 °C.

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

Q4. What safety features are included?
Pressure protection, interlocks, and monitoring systems.

Q5. Is it suitable for daily use?
Yes, it is designed for routine laboratory sterilization.

Typical Application Scenarios

Culture media sterilization
Instrument decontamination
Biohazard waste processing
Clinical sterilization workflows

Compliance and Standards

Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)
Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
Biosafety laboratory standards

Executive Summary

Vertical Autoclave LVA-E13 is a top-loading steam sterilizer operating at 121–134 °C and up to 0.22 MPa with digital control and safety interlocks, designed for sterilization of laboratory materials in regulated environments.