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Steam Helix PCD — 6 Indicators

Sterifast

Helix process challenge device with six indicator zones for monitoring steam penetration in pre-vacuum and Class B steam sterilizers.

Strip dimensions
0.6 × 8 cm
Process
Steam
Indicator zones
6
Indicator type
Chemical indicator

Overview

What it does

The Sterifast Steam Helix PCD — 6 Indicators is designed for monitoring steam penetration in pre-vacuum hospital sterilizers and Class B bench-top steam sterilizers. Its six chemical indicator zones provide a clear visual response to steam exposure, changing from pink to dark brown or black when the required exposure conditions are achieved.

Key features

What makes it different

  • Designed for steam sterilization processes
  • Six chemical indicator zones
  • Suitable for pre-vacuum hospital sterilizers
  • Suitable for Class B bench-top steam sterilizers

Applications

Where it's used

  • Steam sterilization monitoring
  • Steam penetration testing
  • Pre-vacuum hospital sterilizers
  • Class B bench-top steam sterilizers
  • Daily process challenge testing

Technical specifications

The numbers

SpecificationValue
ProcessSteam
Indicator zones6
Indicator typeChemical indicator
Initial colourPink
Signal colourDark brown / black
Strip dimensions0.6 × 8 cm
Packaging250 strips / pack
Steam conditions134 °C / 3.5 min; 121 °C / 15 min
Shelf life3 years from date of manufacture

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