Astell Scientific has launched the E range of autoclaves designed to provide efficient sterilisation of glassware, culture media, discard and similar items in microbiology laboratories.
The E range is available in three standard sizes: 125, 216 and 360 litres.
It features, as standard, a manual temperature-interlocked sliding door, over-temperature protection, media hold-warm, delayed start and assisted air cooling.
Vacuum is also available for more demanding applications, according to Astell.
The autoclaves have a small footprint and all models feature space-efficient square chambers to ensure that load capacity is maximised.
E range models are fully compliant with Pressure Equipment Directive (EN/97/23/EC) and Medical Devices Directive (93/42/EC and 2007/47/EC).
Control is by the company's Logi controller, a user-friendly, fully automatic control system.
Logi's operator interface is a 5.7in full-colour, wipe-clean touch screen with five password levels for total security.
The industrial PLC controller runs icon-driven software developed by Astell's in-house design team.
Individual analogue displays allow parameters such as temperature and pressure to be monitored constantly and the Logi controller features continuous data archiving for full traceability.
An optional RS232 interface allows connection to other peripheral devices for recording and printing cycle records for validation purposes.
All controllers feature a comprehensive self-help tutorial to ensure ease of operation.
E range autoclaves can be supplied with a selection of options including load-sensed process timing, integral data printer and auto-fill facility.
A full documentation package is also available for installation and operational qualification.
