The Alkali ScientificB1000 BactiZapperis the perfect table-top sterilizer for research and academic institutions Safety officers will approve of its enclosed design sturdy construction and features The BactiZapperhas an asbestos-free core element that uses infrared heating to produce 815C (1500F) It completely sterilizes in 5-7 seconds The BactiZapperuses well-proven technology to provide instant sterilization of platinum inoculating loops needles glass tube/pipette mouths and various metal and borosilicate glass instruments used in quality control and research It also has a lower temperature setting (500C) that can be used as a instandbyin and extends usable life The ceramic heating element is safely enclosed in a perforated stainless steel guard chamber protecting users from accidental contact with the extreme temperatures of the core area Barrel length is 6 2 inches and the opening diameter is 55 inches It is extremely compact convenient and can be used in anaerobic and aer