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Electronic Autoclave
Accelerated cycle time to meet EPA guidelines
The Tuttnauer/Brinkmann Model 2540EPK Autoclave features an accelerated cycle time to meet EPA guidelines for autoclave operation. This 220V electronic autoclave has a built-in printer to validate each sterilization cycle. The chamber holds up to 12 x 125 mL Erlenmeyer flasks or 9 x 500 mL media bottles. Model 2540EPK offers all the features of Electronic Tuttnauer/Brinkmann Autoclaves, including a fully automatic cycle and standby heating. It also meets all of the following EPA guidelines:
- Includes temperature gauge with sensor on exhaust
- Has operational safety valves
- Maintains sterilization temperature during cycle
- Completes entire cycle within 45 minutes when a 12- to 15-minute sterilization period is used
- Depressurizes slowly to ensure media do not boil over and bubbles do not form in fermentation tubes
- Provides QC record date, contents, sterilization time, and temperature for each cycle.
Brinkmann Instruments Inc (800) 645-3050; www.brinkmann.com
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