Description

An autoclave, or steam sterilizer, is a type of pressure chamber sterilization device that employs elevated pressures and high temperatures. It uses pressure and temperature in combination to disinfect and sterilize equipment used in a variety of medical, laboratory, and industrial processes and settings. Autoclaving is one of the most reliable ways of sterilizing medical and clinical lab equipment and instruments. This is due to their disinfection and sterilizing capabilities, which remove harmful microorganisms (e.g. bacteria and spores). Typical loads include surgical instruments, healthcare supplies like pipette tips, and medical waste.