Vertical Autoclave LVA-F11 - Multi Cycle Memory Validated Vertical Unit

What Is a Vertical Autoclave?

A Vertical Autoclave is a laboratory steam sterilizer that uses pressurized saturated steam at 121–134 °C and controlled pressure to eliminate microorganisms, spores, and contaminants from culture media, instruments, glassware, and biohazard waste.

Product Snapshot

Attribute	Details
Product Name	Vertical Autoclave
Model Number	LVA-F11
Product Type	Laboratory Steam Sterilization System
Capacity	50 L
Temperature Range	Up to 134 °C
Pressure	Up to 0.22 MPa
Control	Digital control system
Used For	Media, instruments, glassware, waste
Industries	Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Healthcare, Research

What Is This Product Used For?

Vertical Autoclave LVA-F11 is used for moist heat sterilization of laboratory materials using pressurized steam. It eliminates microbial contamination from culture media, instruments, glassware, and biohazard waste.

How Does a Vertical Autoclave Work?

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

Key Functional Capabilities

50 L vertical sterilization chamber
Programmable sterilization cycles
Digital monitoring of temperature and pressure
Safety interlocks and pressure protection
Suitable for liquid and solid sterilization loads
Compact vertical installation

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Capacity	50 L
Temperature	Up to 134 °C
Pressure	Up to 0.22 MPa
Control	Digital temperature and timing control
Safety	Over-pressure and temperature protection
Power	220 V AC, 50 Hz

When Should You Choose This Vertical Autoclave?

Medium sterilization loads required
Routine sterilization of media and instruments
Programmable sterilization cycles needed
Standard steam sterilization sufficient (no vacuum drying)
Laboratory space is limited

LVA-F11 vs LVA-F10

Feature	LVA-F11	LVA-F10
Drying	Standard	Vacuum drying
Moisture Output	Slight residual	Moisture-free
Use Case	Routine sterilization	Sensitive materials

Industries That Use This Equipment

Pharmaceutical laboratories
Biotechnology and microbiology labs
Healthcare and clinical labs
Academic and research institutions

Frequently Asked Questions About Vertical Autoclave LVA-F11

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

Q2. What temperature is used?
Typically 121 °C or 134 °C.

Q3. Can liquid media be sterilized?
Yes, using controlled cycles.

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

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

Typical Application Scenarios

Culture media sterilization
Instrument decontamination
Biohazard waste processing
Research and clinical sterilization

Compliance and Standards

Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)
GMP sterilization workflows
Laboratory biosafety protocols

Executive Summary

Vertical Autoclave LVA-F11 is a 50 L steam sterilizer operating at up to 134 °C and 0.22 MPa with digital control and safety interlocks, designed for routine laboratory sterilization workflows.