- To be effective, the autoclave must reach and maintain a temperature of 121° C for at least 30 minutes by using saturated steam under at least 15 psi of pressure. Increased cycle time may be necessary depending upon the make-up and volume of the load.
- The rate of exhaust will depend upon the nature of the load. Dry material can be treated in a fast exhaust cycle, while liquids and biological waste require slow exhaust to prevent boiling over of super-heated liquids.
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Recommended for: |
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Liquids cycle
(Slow Exhaust) |
Use with glass containers with vented closures; 2/3 full only •Liquid media •Nonflammable liquids •Aqueous solutions •Liquid biological waste |
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Solids or Dry cycle
(Fast Exhaust) |
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Wrapped Goods or Pre vacuum cycle
(Clean: Fast Exhaust Dirty: Slow Exhaust) |
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