The Touchclave-Lab range of multi-purpose autoclaves from LTE Scientific are said to be ideal for space-conscious laboratories.
The range has a combination of features to assist the operator and improve efficiency, including touch-screen controls, a multi-program system, automatic internal data archiving, an interlocked, vertical easy-glide sliding door and slim-line design.
The autoclaves are water-jacketed to provide fast cycle times, have a rectangular section chamber, and are available in 150, 200 and 300 litre sizes.
Other options available on this product include vacuum and air ballast systems and effluent retention (cat 3).
The 'K' models operate using either an integral steam generator situated beneath the chamber or the customer's own direct steam supply.
These models are fitted with water jackets as standard, offering reduced cooling times.
The economical 'F' range can operate in areas where water drainage is not available, using steam generated from within the chamber.
All models incorporate a touch-screen control system for entering and displaying all commands, cycle and program data and alarms.
A self-diagnostic system highlights any abnormality in the cycle.
All models have an internal data archiving facility, which allows up to 5,000 cycles to be stored on a single internal flash card.
Eight load-specific cycles can be stored in the memory, with an optional memory expansion facility boosting the total to 20.
Users can develop their own cycle profile by simply touching the 'create own cycle' icon and following a series of screens to input their own parameters and cycle titles.
