Sterivap

Laboratory Steam Sterilizers

Sterivap laboratory steam sterilizers are designed for the sterilization of laboratory materials such as instruments, textiles, rubber goods, liquids agars, and animal diet and cages. With a range of options, including an upgraded 12″ touch screen operator interface, <10a mirror chamber finishing, and effluent sterilization cycles, Sterivap sterilizers can be configured to match your exact requirements while providing unmatched quality, reliability, and value.

Safe & effective sterilization of laboratory media & equipment

Chamber Construction

Sterivap sterilizers are equipped with jacketed, rectangular chambers made entirely of 316L stainless steel for superior durability. The chamber is constructed in accordance with ASME Section VIII, Division 1, for unfired pressure vessels and are stamped for 45 psig/144°C design temperature and full vacuum. Steam baffles are equipped in the chamber to minimize wetting by condensate and to ensure proper steam distribution within the chamber. The chamber floor is slopped toward the drain to allow for complete drainage of condensate.

The chamber jacket is constructed of 316Ti for superior corrosion resistance to plant steam. The jacket is utilized to preheat the chamber prior to sterilization and aids in reduction of condensate. The heated jacket also helps during the drying phase of the cycle for textiles or other porous loads. As an option, the jacket can be utilized to aid in cooling liquid loads by applying cooling water to the jacket.

Sterivap sterilizers can be equipped with one or two sliding doors constructed entirely of 316L stainless steel. The doors slide vertically or horizontally depending on the chamber size and are electric motor driven to allow for push button operation through the operator panel. The doors are equipped with a leading edge which allows for the automatic reversal of the door should an obstacle be in the doorway. Double door units for pass-through operation are interlocked so that only one door can be opened at one time. The doors are locked whenever pressure is present and cannot be opened until the chamber reaches atmospheric pressure.

Piping System

Every Sterivap steam sterilizer is equipped with stainless steel chamber piping for superior corrosion resistance. Valves are pneumatically operated for reliability and constructed from brass as standard. Stainless steel valves with either threaded fittings or sanitary clamp fittings are available as an option. Other piping not in contact with the chamber is made from brass or copper. All piping is insulated and color coded for hot and cold services.

Double Microprocessor Controls

The heart of the Sterivap control system is the double microprocessor that independently monitors itself to be sure of accurate process data and double control for safety. The control system is equipped with a RS232 port for connection to a PC or network and can be equipped with a SD memory card for cycle data storage. (20) programmable cycles can be stored with a wide range of programmable parameters. Alarms are announced audibly and indicated in clear text. Cycle parameters and calibration are password protected from unauthorized. Automatic system diagnosis is displayed on the operator interface and printed out by the printer.

Double microprocessor control system

8.4” Color touch screen operator interface

(20) Programmable cycles with a wide range of parameters

4.5” Wide printer with digital and graphic printout

RS232 Port for connection to PC or network

Chip card system for storage of individual cycles

Automatic start-up and shut-down of utilities

Automatic diagnostic system displayed on OIT and printed on report print out

Alarms are announced audibly and indicated in clear text

21 CFR, Part 11 compliant password protection built-in

Dual temperature sensors provides precise control, evaluation and regulation of temperature inside the chamber

PC software for electronic cycle data storage

Dual absolute pressure sensors are equipped for precise control of pressure and vacuum inside the chamber and pressure inside the jacket

Sterivap Optional Equipment

Tilting 12″ ergonomic touch screen operator interface

Operator interface added to the unload side of the sterilizer

<10 Ra mirro finish chamber

Stainless steel fascia paneling around the sterilizer

Stainless steel valves with threaded or tri-clamp fittings

Air detector to meet EN285 requirements

Air compressor for when facility air is not available

Effluent sterilization cycle and BSL-3 bio containment seal for biohazardous waste

Key Features:

Stainless Steel Construction

316L stainless steel chamber and piping with a 316Ti jacket for corrosion free operation. 304 stainless steel framework eliminates rust.

Energy Efficient

The chamber and piping are fully insulated to help reduce utility consumption. Equipped water recirculation system reduces water consumption by up to 75%

Microprocessor Controls

Double microprocessor controls and instrumentation with a 8.4″ color touch screen (12″ screen option available)

Automatic Doors

Automatic motor driven chamber doors with built-in safety features.

Sterivap Sterilization Cycles

Sterivap sterilizers can be programmed with any combination of the sterilization cycles described below with configurable parameters for each cycle phase. The programmed cycle recipe is stored in the sterilizer’s control system memory and is recalled and started with the touch of a button on the operator interface. All recipes are also protected from unauthorized changes via a multi-level authentication system.

Dry Goods Cycle - Vacuum Drying

The dry good cycle provides effective sterilization of hard goods, filters, linens, and other porous materials, wrapped goods, and products that are unaffected by vacuum. The load is preconditioned utilizing vacuum and steam pulses. The cycle then advances to heat-up and continues until it reaches the settable exposure temperature of 110°C up to 135°C. Once the exposure temperature set point is reached, the controller counts down the exposure time. After the exposure time is completed, drying begins and can be accomplished by fast exhaust and pulling a deep vacuum to remove moisture.

Dry Goods Cycle - Pulsed Air/Vacuum Drying

This cycle provides effective sterilization of rubber stoppers, hoses, and other material where trapped moisture can be difficult to remove. The load is preconditioned utilizing vacuum and steam pulses. The cycle then advances to heat-up and continues until it reaches the settable exposure temperature of 110°C up to 135°C. Once the exposure time is completed, drying begins and is accomplished by fast exhaust, vacuum, and air pulses which are highly effective at removing moisture from the load. To aid drying further, the air can be heated.

Solution Cycle - Gravity Air Removal/Ramped Exhaust

The solution cycle with gravity effectively sterilizes liquid products or items in vented or sealed glass containers. The load is preconditioned utilizing steam pulses. The cycle then advances to heat-up and continues until it reaches the settable exposure temperature of 110°C up to 135°C. Once the exposure temperature set point is reached, the controller counts down the exposure time. After the exposure time is completed, exhaust ramping gradually returns liquids to a temperature below boiling.

Solution Cycle - Air Over-Pressure/Jacket Water Cooling

The solution cycle with gravity effectively sterilizes liquid products or items in vented or sealed glass containers. The load is preconditioned utilizing steam pulses. The cycle then advances to heat-up and continues until it reaches the settable exposure temperature of 110°C up to 135°C. Once the exposure temperature set point is reached, the controller counts down the exposure time. After the exposure time is completed, cooling of the product is started by injecting air at a pressure similar to that of the product to avoid breakage of the container. Cold water is introduced to the jacket of the chamber to help cool the product at a faster rate.

Effluent Sterilization Cycle [OPTION]

Sterivap sterilizers can be equipped with optional effluent sterilization cycles suitable for BSL-3 laboratory applications. During effluent sterilization cycles, all steam effluent is captured, filtered, and sterilized prior to being drained out the chamber, ensuring laboratory staff and the environment are further protected from contamination.

Sterilizer Loading Equipment

BMT USA manufactures stainless steel loading equipment in standard or custom designs to accommodate any type of load. Our smaller chamber sizes can be equipped with wire or perforated shelves or loading racks, while large chambers can be equipped with loading carts and transfer trolleys. Large pit-mounted chamber include options for tracks and rub rails that can be designed to work with almost any type of wheel configuration on existing equipment. Carts with drop down wheels are also available for rooms with limited space.

Sterivap Chamber Sizes

*Model numbers ending “-2” indicates 2-door pass through sterilizer versions.

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Chamber Volume

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