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STERIS Steraffirm™ Bowie-Dick Test Packs
Steraffirm™ Bowie-Dick Test Packs are designed to evaluate the performance of the air removal system of a pre-vacuum equipped sterilizer.
Supplier: STERIS EQC003
Description
- Test packs are calibrated to be compatible with pre-vacuum cycles operating at specific exposure temperatures or within a specified exposure temperature range (e.g., 121° C/250° F).
- Conform to the ISO 11140 (Type 2) standards.
- For use in Life Sciences applications only.
- Not cleared for use in healthcare facilities in the United States.
HOW STERAFFIRM BOWIE DICK TEST PACKS WORK
Should be placed over the drain each day to test your pre-vacuum steam sterilizer. During the cycle, the indicator ink will change from yellow to a blue/purple color. After the cycle is complete, the indicator card can be removed and kept for records. Test packs can help identify a problem before sterilization failures while helping to identify the potential source of the problem.
Benefits:
- Reliability - Preassembled single use test provides consistent testing of the pre-vacuum steam sterilizer cycles.
- Productivity - Distinctive, total color change from yellow to a blue/purple color provides a clear indication of a successful test.
- Easy to Validate - Each pack and indicator has a lot number and expiration date printed on it for easy documentation.
- Efficacy - Conforms to ISO 11140 Type 2 standards.
- Flexibility - Indicator can detect wet steam, superheated steam, and noncondensables in the steam supply to aid troubleshooting problems.
Specifications
ISO 11140 (Type 2) | |
121°C to 124°C | |
20/Pk. |
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