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Laboratory Autoclaves

Laboratory Autoclaves
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Laboratory Autoclaves

Product catalog summary
Introduction to LTE's Laboratory Autoclaves
LTE offers a diverse range of laboratory autoclaves for general sterilization, including models like Labclave 23, Touchclave-R, Touchclave-Lab, and Touchclave Systems-MP, with capacities from 23 to 10,000 liters. They also provide Porous Load Autoclaves for hospital use.
Standards and Compliance
All LTE autoclaves adhere to national and international standards such as IS9001:2000, GAMP4, and UKAS. Compliance may require additional options or documentation.
Choosing the Right Autoclave
LTE's autoclave ranges offer various chamber profiles, sizes, and steam sources. Features like touchscreen controls, door systems, and data archiving vary by model.
Applications and Recommendations
Models are recommended for specific applications, including media and fluids, plastic and glassware, porous loads, and high-security uses. Features like air ballast, steam jackets, and vacuum systems are suggested based on application needs.
Labclave 23
A compact, cost-effective autoclave with a 23-liter capacity, featuring a stainless steel pressure vessel, push-button door closure, flexible control system, and safety mechanisms. It includes a built-in thermal printer for fast sterilization.
Touchclave-R
Offers flexibility and reliability, ideal for labs without a drain or water supply. Features include a pneumatic seal door, touchscreen control, and pre/post vacuum system options, with capacities from 40 to 160 liters.
Touchclave-Lab 'K' and 'F' Series
The 'K' Series includes a water jacketed chamber and steam generator, available in 150, 200, and 300-liter capacities. The 'F' Series focuses on affordability with submerged heaters and a pneumatically operated door lock.
Technical Specifications
Each model has specific technical specifications, including chamber dimensions, weight, and power requirements. Options for steam generation and accessories allow customization.
Specifications
Details on Touchclave models, including capacities, steam generation methods, and dimensions. Models are categorized into 'K' and 'F' series, with capacities from 150 to 300 liters and options for vacuum configurations.
Procedures
Features like automatic sliding doors, vacuum systems, air ballast, and water jackets enhance performance. Operating range is 105 to 137ºC, with vacuum use for efficient air removal and cooling.
Standards and Recommendations
Recommends using potable water with a maximum hardness of 50ppm CaCO3. Provides guidelines for electrical and drainage requirements, emphasizing performance and safety optimization.
Options and Accessories
Includes thermal data printers, remote data archiving, automatic drains, and steam generators. Customization options are available for specific needs, such as high-security applications.
Data Archiving and Control Systems
Touchclave models feature electronic data archiving for up to 5000 cycles. The control system includes a PLC with a touchscreen interface, with options for remote data archiving and modem links.
Key Features
Highlights features like steam jackets for drying, standby steam generators, and water conservation systems. Air ballast systems aid fluid load cooling, and exhaust condensate units protect the environment.
Service Centre Overview
LTE's Service Centre offers services for LTE and other manufacturers' equipment, ensuring quick response and spare parts availability. LTE is ISO 9001:2000 certified and UKAS accredited for calibration and validation.
Customer Care Portfolio
  • Service Contracts: Tailored servicing contracts with optional HTM 2010/2030 or UKAS testing, offering discounts and prioritized support.
  • Testing: Compliance with NHS maintenance requirements by qualified Test Persons.
  • Calibration & Validation: UKAS-accredited services for temperature, pressure, and time.
  • Steam Quality Testing: Conducted annually or separately under HTM2010 and 2031.
  • Thermometric Load Tests: 12-point testing for cycle effectiveness validation.
  • Install & Commission: Installation by trained engineers with minimal disruption.
  • Breakdown Service: Telephone support and rapid on-site assistance for equipment failure.
  • Training: Operator training included with installation, with additional training available.
  • Mods & Upgrades: Equipment modifications or upgrades, such as new control systems.
Product Range
  • Medical Sterilizers: Ranging from 6 to 10,000 liters, including Mediclave and Touchclave models for medical and veterinary applications.
  • Scope-Store: Endoscope storage and drying cabinets with advanced features.
  • Solution and Blanket Warming Cabinets: Maintain medical supplies at body temperature.
  • Laboratory Equipment: Includes ovens, incubators, freeze-dryers, and environmental rooms for various applications.
Contact Information
For more details or brochures, contact LTE Scientific Ltd via phone or visit their website.
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Catalog excerpts

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In the following pages you will find details of LTE’s range of Laboratory Autoclaves for general purpose sterilizing applications in a laboratory environment. All LTE Autoclaves are built to meet many national and International Standards. LTE offers three ranges of Laboratory Autoclave for general purpose sterilizing applications: Labclave 23 Touchclave-R Touchclave-Lab Touchclave Systems-MP 23-litre compact chamber sizes from 40 to 160 litres chamber sizes from 150 to 300 litres chamber sizes from 326 to 1050 litres (11 to 36 cu.ft.) Touchclave Systems-MP autoclaves can also be custom-built...

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A guide to choosing your autoclave 4 Labclave 23 litre autoclave 6 Features and Options Explained 16 Touchscreen Control System 17

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A guide to choosing your autoclave. LTE offers four ranges of Laboratory Autoclave for general purpose sterilizing applications, enabling customers to choose a model which best suits their application and their volume and budgetary requirements. The types and sizes of autoclave in each model range are shown below. KEY ■ Standard □ Optional [X] Not available/applicable

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To assist in specifying the most suitable autoclave for a particular application, the table below lists some typical sterilization applications, showing the models which are suitable and the features and options which are recommended for each application. APPLICATIONS Suitable models Media and fluids Fluid discard Especially recommended for sealed fluids Plastic and glassware Tubing, pipette tips Plastic and mixed discard Pre/Post Vacuum Steam Jacket Steam Jacket not available on Touchclave–R or F models Porous loads Clothing Wrapped instruments Touchclave-Lab KE/KS Touchclave Systems Pre/Post...

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Labclave 23 is LTE Scientific’s low-cost 23-litre laboratory autoclave. Designed to offer effective and fast sterilization of many laboratory load types and taking up a floor area of just 460mm x 395mm, Labclave 23 has to be one of the most compact units available. Cycle Details Our standard equipment list is as follows: Hold Time Post Vacuum Active Stainless Steel Pressure Vessel – manufactured from high grade 304L stainless steel. Push-Button Door Closure – Our ingenious door closure system seals and locks the door at the push of a button. The servo-assisted motor ensures a positive seal every...

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Ideal for many laboratory sterlization applications, the Touchclave-R range has been designed with flexibility and reliability in mind and is ideal for installation in laboratories which do not have access to a drain or water supply. Touchclave-R Equipped with features not normally seen on this type of sterilizer, Touchclave-R provides unrivalled performance and versatility • • • • • • • • No-action ‘push-n-seal’ door with pneumatic seal and locking. 8-program Touchscreen control system - See page 17 for details Compact design 316L stainless steel pressure vessel Built-in air ballast system for...

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Touchclave-R Technical Information Technical and Ordering Information Model Chamber litres Pre/Post vacuum system Pre/Post vacuum system boosted heater Capacity/Loading Standard Enhancement Packages

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Site Services Thermal data printer Internal Data Archiving* Automatic water fill* Automatic drain for chamber water* Cat 3 effluent retention ( 0.2 µm filter)* Air cooled condensate unit* (included on vacuum models) Cat. 3 effluent retention upgrade (including 0.2micron exhaust filter)* Media keep warm facility * Lockable storage cupboard/support stand for TCR/40/H, including 4 x castors Electric hoist for all top loading models* Conversion to 60Hz electrical supply (non-vacuum models)* Conversion to 60hz electrical supply (vacuum models)* Front Loading Models Water Potable water with a maximum...

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The Touchclave-Lab ‘K’ Series is LTE’s top-line range of mid-sized rectangular chambered general purpose autoclaves, available in 150, 200 or 300-litre capacities, with a 300-litre pass-through version also available. Touchclave-Lab ‘K’ Series A wide range of features are included in the ‘K’ Series as standard to enhance machine performance and cycle efficiency. These include: • 8-program touchscreen control system – see page 17 for details • Internal data archiving – see page 17 for details • Water jacketed chamber for exceptional cooling efficiency • Water conservation system and exhaust condensate...

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Designed to offer a rectangular chamber and a high level of standard features at a more affordable price, our Touchclave-Lab ‘F’ Series represents excellent value for money. Touchclave-Lab ‘F’ Series The ‘F’ Series is available in 150, 200 or 300-litre capacities and boasts the following standard features. • 8-program touchscreen control system – see page 17 for details • Internal data archiving – see page 17 for details • Pneumatically operated door lock and sealing system • Load-sensed process timer • Integral silent air compressor In addition, a wide range of options are available for the...

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Touchclave-Lab Technical Information Technical and Ordering Information Model Chamber litres Steam Generation Shelves/ positions Integral Steam Generator Direct Steam Supply Integral Steam Generator Direct Steam Supply Integral Steam Generator Direct Steam Supply ^ Shelves on these models are fitted with a no-tip auto-stop function and can be pulled out upto half-way Models and Options/Accessories F Models Direct steam Integral steam generator TC/200/KE1 Integral steam generator TC/300/KE1 Direct steam Enhancement Packages Pre/post vacuum system (50mbar) and (for KE models) constant standby steam...

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Thermal data printer Remote data archiving with RS232 connection (PC to be supplied by others)* Remote data archiving with RS485 connection (PC to be supplied by others)* Automatic drain for chamber water * (F Models fitted with Standard Plus option only) Cat. 3 effluent retention upgrade (including 0.2micron exhaust filter)* Media keep warm facility* (F Models only) Air Ballast (using customers compressed air supply)* Air Ballast (with uprated internal air compressor and receiver)* Upgrade of standard probe to armour-flex probe Increased Cycle Memory (20 programs)* Modem Link* Constant standby...

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*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.