Question 1

What is the standard sterilization temperature and time?

Accepted Answer

Common settings are 121°C (250°F) for at least 30 minutes or 134°C (273°F) for 5-18 minutes, depending on the load type.

Question 2

What materials can be autoclaved?

Accepted Answer

Metal surgical instruments, stainless steel, glassware, fabrics/linens, and heat-resistant plastics can be sterilized.

Question 3

What type of autoclave is required for the OR?

Accepted Answer

Class B autoclaves are generally required for operating theaters as they use pre-vacuum technology to effectively sterilize wrapped, hollow, and porous instruments.

Question 4

Why must I use distilled water?

Accepted Answer

Using tap water leads to mineral buildup, corrosion, and damage to the heating elements and instruments.

Question 5

How should I load the autoclave?

Accepted Answer

Do not overload. Leave space between items for steam to circulate. Place pouches on their sides or paper-side up, and place heavier packs at the bottom.

Question 6

What is the standard pressure for an autoclave?

Accepted Answer

The most common setting is 15 psi (pounds per square inch), which brings the chamber to 121°C (250°F), though 134°C at 30 psi is used for faster cycles.

Autoclaves

B CLASS AUTOCLAVE

N CLASS AUTOCLAVE

PORTABLE AUTOCLAVE NOBH TYPE (BOTH IN SS & ALM)

PORTABLE AUTOCLAVE COOKER TYPE (BOTH IN SS & ALM)

DENTAL COOKER TYPE AUTOCLAVE

DOUBLE CHAMBER AUTOCLAVE SPL MODEL KNOBH TYPE

DOUBLE CHAMBER AUTOCLAVE ORD MODEL KNOBH TYPE

DOUBLE CHAMBER AUTOCLAVE DLX MODEL KNOBH TYPE

DOUBLE CHAMBER AUTOCLAVE SUPER DLX MODEL KNOBH TYPE

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