Temperature Range

• Operating temperature ranges from 105°C to 137°C (221°F to 279°F).

These temperatures ensure the destruction of a wide range of microorganisms, including highly resistant bacterial spores. The autoclave operates by using saturated steam to denature proteins and disrupt cellular structures, ensuring effective sterilization.

Pressure Range

• The working pressure range is approximately 0.7 to 2.5 bar (10.15 to 36.25 psi).

Pressure is a critical component in achieving the necessary high temperatures for sterilization. By increasing the pressure within the chamber, the boiling point of water is raised, allowing the steam to reach higher temperatures and penetrate materials more effectively.

Cycle Types and Control System

• Manual Operation: Unlike fully automated models, the Tuttnauer 2540M is a manually operated autoclave. Users manually set the temperature and pressure and monitor the cycle duration.
• Cycle Phases: The autoclave typically runs through phases including heating, sterilizing, and drying. Manual operation requires users to monitor and manage these phases.

Safety Features

• Automatic Shut-off: The autoclave has a safety shut-off feature that activates at the end of the sterilization cycle to prevent overheating.
• Safety Valve: Prevents over-pressurization by releasing excess pressure, thereby protecting the system and ensuring user safety.
• Door Safety Lock: Ensures that the door cannot be opened while the chamber is pressurized, preventing accidents and ensuring safe operation.

Construction

• Materials: The autoclave is constructed from high-quality stainless steel, which provides resistance to corrosion and ensures durability under high-pressure and high-temperature conditions.
• Design: The compact design facilitates efficient use of space and ease of operation, with an intuitive loading and unloading process.

Principles of Operation

Sterilization by Saturated Steam

• Mechanism: The primary sterilization method used by the Tuttnauer 2540M involves saturated steam under pressure. The steam transfers heat to the items within the chamber, and the combination of high temperature and moisture denatures proteins and disrupts cell membranes and DNA, leading to effective sterilization.
• Temperature and Pressure Correlation: The autoclave operates on the principle that water boils at higher temperatures when under increased pressure. By raising the pressure within the chamber, the boiling point of water (and thus the temperature of the steam) increases, enabling the steam to achieve the necessary conditions for sterilization.

Manual Control System

• Function: The manual control system requires users to set the temperature and pressure and monitor the cycle duration. Users must manually adjust the settings and monitor the progress of the sterilization cycle.
• Advantages: Manual control allows for greater flexibility in managing different types of loads and specific sterilization requirements. However, it requires more user involvement and attention compared to automated systems.

Heat Transfer and Moisture Penetration

• Heat Transfer: Effective sterilization requires uniform heat distribution. The autoclave’s design ensures that steam circulates throughout the chamber, transferring heat to all surfaces of the items being sterilized.
• Moisture Penetration: Moist heat (steam) is more effective at penetrating materials than dry heat. The steam condenses on cooler surfaces, releasing latent heat and ensuring thorough sterilization of complex instruments and porous materials.

Features

• Speed and reliability without compromising on load size.
• Automatic shut off at the end of both the sterilization and dry cycles.
• Double safety locking device prevents the door from opening while the chamber is pressurized.
• Designed with the operator in mind, the colorful control panel is intuitive and easy to use.
• Drain valve is conveniently located on the front, allowing for quick and easy draining of water reservoir.
• Long life electro polished chamber and door are made to last.
• Dual safety thermostat and automatic shut-off delivery reliable protection against overheating.
• Insufficient water detector.
• 316L stainless steel chamber.
• Designed to meet the most current sterilization standards.
• International certifications.

Specification:

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Seller’s Name: Carerusmed

City: Fullerton

State: CA

Tel No: 9093160000