Description

The Alphavita MVS-83 is a vertical steam autoclave designed for laboratory and research use, suitable for sterilising liquids, solid instruments and laboratory glassware.

• Chamber volume: 75 L
• Sterilisation temperature range: 115 – 135 °C
• Melting mode temperature range: 60 – 115 °C
• Warming/holding mode temperature range: 45 – 60 °C
• Power: 4200 W
• Four operating modes: liquid sterilisation, solid/instrument sterilisation, melting mode and temperature holding mode
• One-button start using previously stored cycle parameters for fast, routine operation
• Altitude compensation: user can enter local altitude so the autoclave automatically calculates boiling point and working parameters
• Dual cooling fans (front and rear of the chamber) reduce cooling time
• Safety system prevents opening of the lid at high temperature and overpressure; secure locking mechanism
• Self-diagnostic system for rapid detection of errors and faults
• Supplied with 3 wire baskets as standard

The Astell Scientific Benchtop Autoclave Range are compact, self-contained steam sterilisers with chamber capacities of 33, 43 and 63 litres. They are designed for use in laboratories, dental, veterinary, medical, research and industrial settings where reliable benchtop sterilisation is required.

• Available in Classic (manual fill) and Ecofill (integral reservoir with water recirculation) versions
• 316 stainless-steel, electropolished chamber with base shelf
• Typical temperature range 100 °C to 138 °C (0.2–2.4 bar)
• Fully programmable 5.7" colour touchscreen controller with up to 50 cycles and USB data download
• No mains water supply or drain required – self-contained, plug-and-play installation
• Optimised for low water and power consumption
• Cooling lock, over-temperature protection and standard Astell safety features
• Timed / pulsed free steaming, holdwarm and delayed-start functions
• Validation port and pressure gauge as standard

Key Features

Here are notable features common across the range / in the specific variants:

Advantages:

• Relatively compact, benchtop footprint but substantial chamber size.
• No plumbing needed in most cases → easy installation.
• Good energy / water efficiency (especially the Ecofill and drying versions).
• Flexibility of cycles, data logging, safety and compliance.
• Drying options for wrapped/sterile packs.

Limitations:

• Classic / Ecofill models cannot effectively dry wrapped/pouched materials – need to use the Dry variant or external dryer. 
• Not all variants are rated for handling Containment Level / Biosafety Level 3 (CL‑3 / BSL‑3) or complex waste unless optional filters / upgrades are added (Classic with CAT III filter etc). A
• Drying post‑sterilization may take additional time depending on load and wrapping.
• Higher cost for the drying / closed‑door drying versions.

Features

• 316 stainless steel electropolished chamber
• A choice of 33, 43 and 63 litre models
• Base shelf within the chamber
• Calibration and Validation available
• FDA 21 CFR part 11 software option available
• Cooling Lock
• Fast action door closure mechanism
• Five password levels to stop lower level users making changes
• Five pre-programmed cycles and up to 50 available
• Holdwarm / Delayed Start feature
• No mains water supply or drain necessary
• Optimised for low water and power consumption
• Over Temperature Protection
• Pressure Gauge
• Self contained design with no installation required - just fill it with water and plug it in and the machine is ready to be used
• Standard Astell safety features
• Temperature range of 100°C to 138°C (0.2 - 2.4 Bar)
• Timed/Pulsed Free Steaming
• Fully programmable 5.7" Colour Touch Screen controller
• USB interface for downloading controller data
• Validation Port

The LTE Scientific Touchclave-R range is a series of cylindrical-chamber steam autoclaves designed for flexible laboratory sterilisation. Models are available in 40, 60, 120 and 160 litre capacities, with both front-loading and top-loading configurations. The range is ideal for laboratories without a fixed drain or water supply and is equipped with features usually only found on larger sterilisers.

• Cylindrical 316L stainless-steel pressure vessel
• Capacities: 40, 60, 120 and 160 litres
• Front- and top-loading variants, all floor-standing on castors
• Operating temperature range typically 105 °C to 137 °C
• Submerged in-chamber heaters for steam generation
• 8-program touchscreen control system with load-sensed process timer
• Built-in air ballast system for safe, faster cooling of liquid loads
• Fan cooling system to reduce cycle times
• Safety interlocks prevent door opening until pressure and temperature are at safe levels
• Water level sensors prevent cycle start/continuation if chamber water is low

The Rodwell Sovereign is a powerful, floor-standing laboratory autoclave designed for high-throughput sterilisation of media, waste, glassware and instruments. It combines large chamber capacity with an economical round-chamber design and clever features to save time and running costs.

• Available in 200 L and 250 L chamber capacities
• MP25 microprocessor controller with multiple programmable cycles
• Economical space-saving design with integral drip tray under the door
• Fixed-seal, simple door closure with anti over-tightening mechanism
• Grade 316 stainless-steel chamber and door
• Designed for media, discard loads, glassware and instruments
• Options for air ballasting, post-cycle drying (vacuum), high-speed fan cooling, waste discard system, condensate collector, HEPA-filtered air removal, data loggers and printers
• Complies with PED 2014/68/EU, PD5500 / BS2646 and carries CE marking

The Astell Scientific Autoclave, Square ECO range is a line of square-chamber, floor-standing laboratory sterilisers designed to balance capacity, economy and performance. It is described by Astell as the entry level of their square-chambered autoclaves, ideal for sterilising glassware, plastics, media and general laboratory loads.

• Square-section 316 stainless-steel, electropolished chamber for maximised usable volume
• Capacities from 125 to 360 litres (model dependent)
• Typical operating temperature range: 100 °C to 138 °C
• 5.7" colour touchscreen controller, fully programmable with multiple stored cycles
• Heaters-in-chamber steam generation for efficient energy and water use
• Autofill and Autodrain options to reduce manual intervention
• Assisted air-cooling option to reduce cooling times
• Safety features include over-temperature protection, safety-valve test program, emergency stop and cooling lock
• Validation port and external pressure gauge
• Designed for reduced water and power consumption per litre sterilised

The Rodwell Monarch is a compact, top-loading laboratory autoclave designed for reliable sterilisation of media, waste, glassware and instruments. The Monarch 50E is ideal as an under-bench solution, while the larger Monarch 75E is suited to bulkier loads such as fermenters.

• Available in 50 L and 75 L chamber capacities
• MP25 microprocessor controller
• Robust, space-saving top-loading design
• Single phase ‘plug & play’ operation
• Grade 316 stainless steel chamber
• Exceptionally low loading height for ease of use
• Monarch 50 fits underneath a standard bench
• Max working temperature: 138 °C
• Excellent loading capacity with up to 3 baskets (75 L version)
• Optional accessories include additional baskets, waste discard system, fan-assisted cooling, condensate collector, HEPA-filtered air removal, data logging and vacuum option.

The Astell Scientific Duaclave range consists of dual-chamber (twin chamber) front-loading steam sterilisers that provide two independently controlled autoclave chambers in a single, space-saving frame. Each chamber has its own touchscreen controller and can be run with different cycles or load types, making the Duaclave ideal for busy laboratories that need high throughput and flexibility.

• Dual independent autoclave chambers (stacked configuration)
• Colour touchscreen controller (5.7") on each chamber
• Configurable cycles for media, waste/discard, glassware and instruments
• Typical temperature range: 100 °C to 138 °C
• 316 stainless steel, electropolished chambers
• Free / pulsed steaming for improved air removal on certain cycles
• Hold-warm and delayed start functions for flexible scheduling
• Validation port and options for IQ/OQ documentation and calibration
• Designed for reduced water and power consumption per litre sterilised

The Rodwell Phoenix is a compact, bench-top autoclave designed for small-scale laboratories that need reliable sterilisation without sacrificing workspace. It is suitable for sterilising media, discard loads, glassware and instruments.

• Available in 40 L and 60 L chamber capacities
• MP25 microprocessor controller
• Robust, space-saving design
• Single phase “plug & play” operation (230 V, 3 kW)
• Grade 316 stainless steel chamber
• Integral drip tray
• Max working temperature: 138 °C
• Capacity of up to 12–17 × 1 L media bottles (depending on model)
• Phoenix 40 fits on a standard bench
• Optional integrated vacuum system and accessories (fan-assisted cooling, condensate collector, discard system, extra baskets)

Astell Scientific AMA270 top-loading autoclave designed for sterilising liquids (media), discard, glassware and instruments. Factory fitted with a wide range of features as standard.

• Chamber capacity: 135 L
• Chamber diameter: 456 mm
• Usable chamber depth: 682 mm
• Top-loading design
• 5.7 in. fully programmable colour touchscreen controller with integrated USB data port
• Timed / pulsed freesteaming
• Delayed start and media hold-warm feature for greater control over sterilisation cycles
• Over-temperature protection, external pressure gauge, cooling lock, safety valve test program and emergency stop button
• Electropolished stainless-steel chamber with validation port and drain valve
• Castor-mounted for easy movement
• Electrical requirements: Single or 3-phase, 7/10 kW
• Exterior dimensions (W × D × H): 660 × 840 × 1150 mm

Specification

Astell Scientific Swiftlock front-loading autoclave, factory-fitted with a wide range of features for sterilising liquids (media), discard, glassware and instruments.

• Model: Swiftlock Autoclave ASB280
• Chamber capacity: 247 L
• Chamber dimensions (dia. × depth): 600 × 876 mm
• Operating temperature range: 100°C to 138°C
• Front-loading design with Astell Swiftlock door system for safe, easy loading
• 5.7 in. colour touchscreen display with integrated USB data port
• Timed / pulsed freesteaming
• Delayed start and media hold-warm feature for improved control
• Safety features include over-temperature protection, external pressure gauge, cooling lock, safety-valve test program and emergency stop
• Electropolished stainless-steel chamber with validation port and drain valve
• Electrical requirements (with chamber heaters): 3-phase 380–440 V (N+E), 15 A, 13 kVA, 50/60 Hz
• Dimensions (L × W × H): 900 × 1405 × 1370 mm

The Ecofill Dry Benchtop Autoclave Series is designed to sterilize and dry wrapped items commonly used in healthcare, such as wrapped surgical packs, autoclavable peel packs, and sterilization pouches. Larger than most Class B autoclaves, it provides a bigger sterilization space for processing more items simultaneously or for large wrapped instruments that don’t fit in a standard Class B autoclave.

Astell’s Ecofill system ensures water is only in the sterilization chamber when required and stored in the Ecofill reservoir when not needed, creating a drier chamber environment upon cycle completion. The Ecofill Dry represents the next evolution of the Ecofill system.

However, evolution necessitates change. The Ecofill Dry has lost the Containment Level 3/Biosafety Level 3 compatibility found in the Classic AMB, and unlike both the Classic and the Ecofill is not recommended for liquids or fluids. Yet these loses bring a benefit unique to the Astell Benchtop range – drying. The process accomplished by circulating hot filtered air around the autoclave chamber after the sterilization stage is complete and water returned to the Ecofill reservoir. View a comparison of the Classic, Ecofill, and Ecofill Dry here. 

Each AMB Ecofill Dry includes a shelf rack, a pouch rack, and two wire shelves for optimized positioning of sterilization pouches, peel packs, and wrapped surgical items. This ensures peak drying effectiveness even at maximum load capacity, thereby maximizing energy efficiency.

Ecofill further enhances energy efficiency by storing heat in the water returned to the reservoir after cycles, and running cycles back-to-back maximizes energy savings. The system is also time and labour-saving compared to the Classic AMB, reducing the need for water refills.

As an AMB tabletop autoclave, the Ecofill Dry Benchtop Autoclave is part of the Plug and Play range. It requires only a desktop space near a domestic plug socket for installation, with no plumbing needed.

Like all Astell autoclaves, the Ecofill Dry Benchtop autoclaves are equipped with an advanced touchscreen control computer, an intuitive user interface, customizable cycles, and extensive capacity to store cycle data.

Compliant with BS EN 13060:2014; ISO 9001:2015; PED 2014/68/EU; and ANSI/AAMI ST55:2010 standards.

Get peace of mind with the T-Edge autoclave.

This space-saving, fully automatic tabletop autoclave gives you high speed Class B performance saving you time so you can assist your patients, while meeting current international standards and regulatory requirements to protect your staff and patients.

The T-Edge10|11 autoclaves will operate without interruption on a daily basis, offering efficiency and safety.

Astell benchtop 'Ecofill' units are among the most energy efficient autoclaves available. The pressure vessel design ensures the absolute minimum amount of water is used during a sterilization cycle, which not only means comparably low power consumption, but also very quick heating and cooling.

Astell's Ecofill design has an integral reservoir and an in-built 'autofill' water re-circulation system. Once the reservoir is filled, this provides water for up to 15 cycles, and also acts as a collection vessel for condensate and the water that is automatically returned from the chamber at the end of each cycle, minimising water usage.

A benchtop autoclave has a variety of uses, being suitable for sterilizing laboratory glassware, plastic receptacles and containers, petri dishes, un-wrapped instruments, media, and occasional discard loads.

In addition to laboratory use Astell benchtop autoclaves are ideal for process manufacturing, veterinary and medical healthcare industries and many others.

• 316 stainless steel electropolished chamber
• 33 litre model
• Base shelf within the chamber
• Calibration and Validation available
• FDA 21 CFR part 11 software option available
• Cooling Lock
• Fast action door closure mechanism
• Five password levels to stop lower level users making changes
• Five pre-programmed cycles and up to 50 available
• Holdwarm / Delayed Start feature
• No mains water supply or drain necessary
• Optimised for low water and power consumption
• Over Temperature Protection
• Pressure Gauge
• Self contained design with no installation required - just fill it with water and plug it in and the machine is ready to be used
• Standard Astell safety features
• Temperature range of 100°C to 138°C (0.2 - 2.4 Bar)
• Timed/Pulsed Free Steaming
• Fully programmable 5.7" Colour Touch Screen controller
• USB interface for downloading controller data
• Validation Port

Despite the space-saving exterior dimensions of the BioClaves, the stainless steel chambers are surprisingly large, accommodating a variety of liquids, media, instruments, glassware, plasticware, and other common research laboratory items. Available in 8L, 18L, and 28L chamber volumes, these benchtop models include a mechanical and electrical safety interlock that prevents the door from being opened until the pressure has reached zero PSI. With a large digital LCD display and fully automatic operation, all segments of the cycle (fill, sterilise, exhaust, and dry) commence and run to completion by simply pressing the start button. An optional thermal mini-printer is also available for providing a record of sterilisation parameters and a USB drive can be used to record settings and transfer them to a PC.

The 8L BioClave Mini is preprogrammed to meet basic sterilisation needs. Temperature can be selected at either 121 or 134°C, and the sterilisation time is fully adjustable. The economical BioClave Mini is the ideal choice wherever benchtop sterilisation is required and space is limited. The BioClave 18L and 28L models offer pre-set cycle options (standard programs), for use with liquids, wrapped research instruments, or unwrapped instruments/plasticware. An additional option “Dry Only” is also available for additional drying time to be added to the end of a cycle. For special applications, requiring variations in cycle parameters, all settings are fully adjustable. The BioClave 28L features an increased chamber size with a diameter of 32cm. With this larger internal chamber, the BioClave 28 is capable of sterilising 1 and 2L flasks (and bottles). Despite the increased chamber size, the unit is still relatively compact, suitable for benchtop use.

• Designed specifically for the sterilisation of laboratory research tools
• Fully automatic operation - just press start
• Built in water tank - no external connection needed
• All models small enough for benchtop use

Tuttnauer T-Lab Eco V85 laboratory autoclave for sterilisation of instruments, media and labware. For detailed specifications (chamber volume, cycle options, temperatures and approvals), refer to the original manufacturer or Wolflabs datasheet.