1. Compliance Standards
Portable pressure steam sterilizers typically follow recognised sterilization principles and safety guidelines such as:
- ISO 17665 – Sterilization of health care products — Moist heat
- EN 285 – Large steam sterilizers where applicable (for design benchmarks)
- Medical device and lab equipment safety standards (CE marking / regional safety compliance per supplier)
- Built-in pressure gauges, safety valves, and thermal protections for user safety
2. Product Description
A Labmate portable pressure steam sterilizer is a top-loading steam autoclave with a heavy-duty stainless steel chamber, tamper-proof lid, pressure/temperature indicators, and safety systems (pressure relief valve). It utilizes high-pressure steam at ~126 °C for effective sterilization. The compact footprint makes it ideal for labs, clinics, and mobile sites where larger units are not feasible.
3. Application
- Sterilization of laboratory glassware (flasks, pipettes, tubes)
- Decontamination of surgical, dental, and medical instruments
- Sterilizing culture media, fabrics, and porous loads
- Preparing sterile equipment for microbiology, biotechnology, and research
- Field, mobile lab, clinic, veterinary, and remote healthcare sterilization
- Educational and teaching labs requiring routine sterilization
4. Technical Specifications
|
Parameter |
Typical Range / Value |
|
Working Temperature |
~126 °C (saturated steam) |
|
Working Pressure Range |
0.14 MPa to 0.16 MPa (~2.0 bar) |
|
Max Safety Pressure |
~0.165 MPa |
|
Capacity / Chamber Volume |
18–24 L (model dependent) |
|
Chamber Material |
Stainless steel (inner & outer) |
|
Heating Mode |
Electrically heated (AC 220 V, 50 Hz) |
|
Power Consumption |
~2 kW |
|
Temperature Uniformity |
± 1 °C typical (range of many models) |
|
Pressure Indication |
Analog gauge (some digital options available) |
|
Safety Features |
Pressure relief valve, safety lid lock |
5. Apparatus Supplied
Standard supply normally includes:
- Portable pressure steam sterilizer unit
- Stainless steel sterilization chamber
- Pressure gauge & safety valve
- Loading baskets/racks (varies by model)
- Power cable & plug
- User manual and basic maintenance instructions
6. Optional Accessories
- Additional stainless steel baskets or trays
- Digital control panel (timer & temperature display)
- Water level indicator / float switch
- LPG or dual-fuel heating setup (electric + LPG)
- Transport trolley or cart
- Spare gaskets, seals, and pressure gauges
7. Common Capacities Available
|
Capacity (Approx) |
Typical Use |
|
~18 L |
Small labs, clinics, dental offices, educational settings |
|
~24 L |
Moderate throughput labs, veterinary clinics |
|
~30 L |
Larger loads for busy labs or multi-user environments |
8. Dimensions and Weight (Approximate)
|
Parameter |
Typical Size |
|
Chamber Internal Size |
~Ø 280 × 260 mm (18 L) to Ø 280 × 390 mm (24 L) |
|
Packing / External Dimension |
~410 × 410 × 430–630 mm (model dependent) |
|
Net Weight |
~14–17 kg |
|
Gross Weight (Packed) |
~16–19 kg |