What is steam sterilization?
Steam sterilization uses a steam sterilizer, or autoclave, to eliminate all forms of microbial life — including fungi, bacteria, viruses and spores. It can sterilize surfaces, fluids, medications and compounds such as biological culture media.
The process runs under set conditions: steam pressure of 1 to 5 bar and a sterilization temperature between 100 and 150 °C.
Common sterilization parameters:
- 121 °C for 15 to 20 minutes
- 134 °C for 3 to 5 minutes
These standardized parameters ensure effective elimination of microbial life and meet strict sterilization requirements across applications.
SYSTEC V SERIES
Vertical floor-standing autoclaves (top-loading), chamber volume from 40 to 150 liters
SYSTEC D SERIES
Horizontal bench-top autoclaves (front-loading), chamber volume from 23 to 200 liters
SYSTEC H & H-2 SERIES
H Series: horizontal high capacity autoclaves (front-loading) from 65 zo 1580 liters chamber volume
H-2 Series: double-door (pass through) autoclaves from 90 to 1580 liters chamber volume
NEW NEXT-GEN IMPROVED AUTOCLAVE X-PERT Series
The realization of an optimal workflow becomes reality with the latest autoclaves of the Systec DX series, Systec VX series and Systec HX series. State-of-the-art software solutions, combined with a wide range of options and accessories, enable an even more efficient and cost-saving workflow, ensuring maximum convenience, fast sterilization times with low resource consumption and seamless documentation. Our autoclaves therefore optimize the entire steam sterilization workflow, from sterilization to documentation. With our solutions, you not only achieve your environmental goals, but also increase the cost-effectiveness and efficiency of your laboratory work.
For all laboratory applications, even for demanding state-of-the-art sterilization processes. With all options for optimizing your processes to achieve validatable sterilization processes. DOWNLOAD THE CATALOG
SYSTEC VX SERIES
X-PERT SERIE
Vertical Floor standing autoclave
Ideal for versatile laboratory applications, including demanding state-of-the-art sterilization tasks. Expandable with numerous optimization options.
▶ 8 models
▶ 40 to 150 liters of usable space
▶ Low space requirement
▶ Large usable room height
SYSTEC DX SERIES
X-PERT SERIE
Horizontal bench-top autoclaves (front-loading),
For all laboratory applications, including demanding state-of-the-art sterilization processes. Numerous optional extensions enable targeted process optimization.
▶ 7 models
▶ 25 to 200 liters of usable space
▶ Compact exterior
▶ Interior with ideal usable space
SYSTEC HX & HX-2 SERIES
X-PERT SERIE
The new generation for the highest demands
HX Serie
The new generation for the highest demands
Horizontal vertical autoclaves
▶ 16 models
▶ 65 to 1580 liters of usable space
▶ Large usable volume with low space requirements
▶ Simple and efficient installation and commissioning
HX-SERIES 2D
Efficient sterilization for high-security areas
Double-door autoclaves
▶ 13 models
▶ 90 to 1580 liters of usable space
▶ For the sterile transfer of material between safety areas
▶ For maximum safety during sterilization in safety laboratories and clean rooms
What are the advantages of a steam generator outside the pressure chamber?
Steam can be generated by heating elements either inside or outside the autoclave's pressure vessel. When the steam generator is outside the pressure vessel, it remains integrated in the autoclave housing. Placing it outside offers several advantages:
- Much better process control
- Faster heat-up time
- Vacuum can be pulled to ensure 100% air removal, especially when sterilizing hollow items and waste
- The external steam generator has a smaller volume and often does not require a third party for yearly validation
- Easier to clean the pressure vessel
What is a media preparator?
A mediaprep, or media preparator, is a device very similar to an autoclave but designed specifically for media preparation. The medium is prepared directly in the pressure vessel (with an integrated stirrer) and can be pumped straight to a filling station. Advantages of using a mediaprep:
- Mediapreps are optimized for fast, safe media sterilization
- Preparation and sterilization are done in a single process
- Culture media filling can be automated
- Reduced risk of re-contamination of the culture media after sterilization
Systec Mediaprep & Systec Mediafill Solutions
Watch this video of a culture media sterilizer and automated petri-dish plate-pourer: the Systec Mediaprep agar preparator and sterilizer and the Systec Mediafill automated plate-pourer for petri dishes, bi-plates, tri-plates and test tubes. It automatically doses and fills agar into petri dishes (Ø 90, 70, 60 or 35 mm) and test tubes.
Analis is the exclusive distributor of Systec autoclaves and media preparators for Belgium. Ask our experts for more information or support.
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Our products
• Fully automatic, microprocessor control including 12 programs:
1-3 Solids
4-5 Waste destruction bags
6-7 Liquid waste
8-11 Liquid Media
12 Cleaning
• Integrated separate steam generator (no heating elements in sterilization chamber)
• Novel safety ring-lock closure system with lip seal
• Temperature and steam pressure up to 140°C / 4 bar absolute pressure
• Thermal lock: door lock controlled by pressure and medium temperature according to Pressure Vessel Regulations
• Flexible PT-100 temperature sensor for reference vessel
• Medium temperature-controlled sterilization time
• Electronic pressure transducer for pressure and temperature control
• "Autofill" - Automatic demineralized water feed for steam generation
• Special program for waste destruction with pulsating heat-up period for improved ventilation of waste bags
• Start by clock / timer for programmed start time
• Steam exhaust condensation, water cooled, thermostatic controlled
• Common collector connection for all outlets
• Emptying valve
• Base plate for vessels, baskets etc.
• Validation port
• RS 232 interface for external data transfer
• Prepared for subsequent printer installation
• Prepared for subsequent rapid cooling installation
• Prepared for subsequent installation of vacuum system
• Prepared for subsequent drying installation
• Safety cut of at low water level
• Safety cut of at excess temperature
Included in the basic price:
- Fully automatic microprocessor control with 12 programs:
1-3 Solids
4-5 Waste destruction bags
6-7 Liquid waste
8-11 Liquid Media
12 Cleaning
- Integrated separate steam generator (no heating elements in the sterilization chamber)
- Novel safety ring-lock closure system with lip seal
- Temperature and steam pressure up to 140 °C / 4 bar absolute pressure
- Thermal lock: door lock controlled by pressure and medium temperature according to Pressure Vessel Regulations
- Flexible PT-100 temperature sensor for the reference vessel
- Medium temperature-controlled sterilization time
- Electronic pressure transducer for pressure and temperature control
- Autofill: automatic demineralized water feed for steam generation
- Special waste destruction program with pulsating heat-up phase for improved ventilation of waste bags
- Start by clock/timer for a programmed start time
- Steam exhaust condensation, water-cooled, thermostatically controlled
- Common collector connection for all outlets
- Emptying valve
- Base plate for vessels, baskets, etc.
- Validation port
- RS 232 interface for external data transfer
- Prepared for subsequent printer installation
- Prepared for subsequent rapid cooling installation
- Prepared for subsequent installation of a vacuum system
- Prepared for subsequent drying installation
- Safety cut-off at low water level
- Safety cut-off at excess temperature
Systec V-series laboratory autoclaves combine a modern design, user-friendly functions and up-to-date technology.
Lid and locking system:
The ring-lock closure combined with a robust lip seal keeps the autoclave lid hermetically sealed and safe. Steam pressure further compresses the lip seal, so no additional compressed air is needed. Locking is automatic when the lid closes.
The ring lock releases at the press of a button and the lid opens automatically. Each program can also be set to open the lid automatically at the end of the cycle. The seal is heat-resistant silicone and very reliable. A heat-resistant plastic cover protects the user from contact with hot parts.
Systec V-series autoclaves come from the factory with a temperature-controlled door lock, compliant with Pressure Vessel Regulations for liquid sterilization and with ISO/DIN regulations. The door stays locked as long as there is excess pressure in the chamber.
Control mechanisms:
A purpose-built microprocessor controls all autoclave functions: steam pressure, temperature, sterilization time, and the optional rapid cooling, pre- and post-vacuum and drying. Any deviation from the set values triggers an alarm.
Menu-based control is easy to operate. All sterilization parameters can be changed using special numerical codes. The control panel is ergonomically integrated into the autoclave's plastic lid cover.
Steam generator:
Steam is generated in a vessel completely separate from the sterilization chamber (no heating elements in the chamber itself). The steam generator is built into the autoclave housing. Because it is separate from the chamber, it need not be cooled during the cool-down phase.
Advantages:
- More rapid cooling.
- Less cooling water required.
- Steam is available immediately after cooling, since the steam generator is not cooled.
The steam generator includes all the control functions, valves and pumps needed for filling with demineralized water.
Steam exhaust condenser:
The steam vapor exhausted during the program is automatically cooled and condensed. This prevents unpleasant odors and protects plastic waste-water piping from overheating. The process is thermostatically controlled via a PT 100 sensor, which saves cooling water.
Pressure vessel safety valve:
The autoclave's pressure vessel is made of corrosion-resistant 316L (1.4404) stainless steel and is electropolished for easy cleaning. If pressure exceeds the maximum, a type-approved safety valve opens and releases it.
The fully automatic, menu-controlled microprocessor includes 12 standard programs:
Individual program parameters such as temperature and time can be set and stored for each program.
Programs 1-3: fast cycle for solids, instruments, apparatus and plastic items, with rapid steam exhaust.
Programs 4-5: for waste in waste destruction bags, using a pulsating heat-up phase for better ventilation of the bags.
Programs 6-7: sterilization of liquid waste with slow steam exhaust (or rapid retro-cooling as an option).
Programs 8-11: liquids with controlled steam exhaust and self-cooling (or rapid retro-cooling as an option).
Program 12: cleaning program with rapid steam exhaust.
Program variants and programs for special applications are available on request.
The programs run fully automatically. Temperature is measured in the sterilization chamber or, for liquid sterilization, in a reference vessel via a flexible sensor, plus a second fixed sensor at the coldest point of the condensate exhaust. Both sensors must reach the required temperature during sterilization; a lower reading triggers a failure message.
The control combines temperature and pressure regulation, letting the set steam pressure be exceeded by up to 0.3 bar during heat-up without exceeding the product temperature. This can shorten the heat-up phase by about 50% versus simple temperature regulation. Sterilization temperature is freely selectable from 60 to 140 °C and time from 1 to 9999 minutes.
The product or chamber temperature and the chamber pressure are displayed continuously throughout the program.
Validation, documentation:
A 1/2-inch validation port is fitted for validation with external temperature sensors. Various documentation options are also available — from a printer to PC software via RS 232, or separate data logger systems for GMP-compliant documentation.
Options:
Further options include: various rapid cooling systems with or without support pressure; vacuum systems; drying processes; in-chamber ventilation; steam-air mixtures; hot water spraying or sub-aqua systems; lifting devices for the load; exhaust air filtration for infectious microorganisms; and extended temperature-hold phases for sterilizing highly resistant microorganisms or for material stress testing in industry. Additional special programs can be built and tested to customer specifications.
All these options can also be retrofitted to current Systec autoclaves. The basic version already includes all the connections needed for any option.
• Fully automatic, microprocessor control including 12 programs:
1-3 Solids
4-5 Waste destruction bags
6-7 Liquid waste
8-11 Liquid Media
12 Cleaning
• Integrated separate steam generator (no heating elements in sterilization chamber)
• Novel safety ring-lock closure system with lip seal
• Temperature and steam pressure up to 140°C / 4 bar absolute pressure, extendable to 150°C / 5 bar absolute pressure
• Thermal lock: door lock controlled by pressure and medium temperature according to Pressure Vessel Regulations
• Flexible PT-100 temperature sensor for reference vessel
• Medium temperature-controlled sterilization time
• Electronic pressure transducer for pressure and temperature control
• "Autofill" - Automatic demineralized water feed for steam generation
• Special program for waste destruction with pulsating heat-up period for improved ventilation of waste bags
• Start by clock / timer for programmed start time
• Steam exhaust condensation, water cooled, thermostatic controlled
• Common collector connection for all outlets
• Emptying valve
• Base plate for vessels, baskets etc.
• Validation port
• RS 232 interface for external data transfer
• Prepared for subsequent printer installation
• Prepared for subsequent rapid cooling installation
• Prepared for subsequent installation of vacuum system
• Prepared for subsequent drying installation
• Safety cut of at low water level
• Safety cut of at excess temperature
• Fully automatic, microprocessor control including 12 programs:
1-3 Solids
4-5 Waste destruction bags
6-7 Liquid waste
8-11 Liquid Media
12 Cleaning
• Integrated separate steam generator (no heating elements in sterilization chamber)
• Novel safety ring-lock closure system with lip seal
• Temperature and steam pressure up to 140°C / 4 bar absolute pressure, extendable to 150°C / 5 bar absolute pressure
• Thermal lock: door lock controlled by pressure and medium temperature according to Pressure Vessel Regulations
• Flexible PT-100 temperature sensor for reference vessel
• Medium temperature-controlled sterilization time
• Electronic pressure transducer for pressure and temperature control
• "Autofill" - Automatic demineralized water feed for steam generation
• Special program for waste destruction with pulsating heat-up period for improved ventilation of waste bags
• Start by clock / timer for programmed start time
• Steam exhaust condensation, water cooled, thermostatic controlled
• Common collector connection for all outlets
• Emptying valve
• Base plate for vessels, baskets etc.
• Validation port
• RS 232 interface for external data transfer
• Prepared for subsequent printer installation
• Prepared for subsequent rapid cooling installation
• Prepared for subsequent installation of vacuum system
• Prepared for subsequent drying installation
• Safety cut of at low water level
• Safety cut of at excess temperature
• Fully automatic, microprocessor control including 12 programs:
1-3 Solids
4-5 Waste destruction bags
6-7 Liquid waste
8-11 Liquid Media
12 Cleaning
• Integrated separate steam generator (no heating elements in sterilization chamber)
• Novel safety ring-lock closure system with lip seal
• Temperature and steam pressure up to 140°C / 4 bar absolute pressure, extendable to 150°C / 5 bar absolute pressure
• Thermal lock: door lock controlled by pressure and medium temperature according to Pressure Vessel Regulations
• Flexible PT-100 temperature sensor for reference vessel
• Medium temperature-controlled sterilization time
• Electronic pressure transducer for pressure and temperature control
• "Autofill" - Automatic demineralized water feed for steam generation
• Special program for waste destruction with pulsating heat-up period for improved ventilation of waste bags
• Start by clock / timer for programmed start time
• Steam exhaust condensation, water cooled, thermostatic controlled
• Common collector connection for all outlets
• Emptying valve
• Base plate for vessels, baskets etc.
• Validation port
• RS 232 interface for external data transfer
• Prepared for subsequent printer installation
• Prepared for subsequent rapid cooling installation
• Prepared for subsequent installation of vacuum system
• Prepared for subsequent drying installation
• Safety cut of at low water level
• Safety cut of at excess temperature
• Fully automatic, microprocessor control including 12 programs:
1-3 Solids
4-5 Waste destruction bags
6-7 Liquid waste
8-11 Liquid Media
12 Cleaning
• Integrated separate steam generator (no heating elements in sterilization chamber)
• Novel safety ring-lock closure system with lip seal
• Temperature and steam pressure up to 140°C / 4 bar absolute pressure, extendable to 150°C / 5 bar absolute pressure
• Thermal lock: door lock controlled by pressure and medium temperature according to Pressure Vessel Regulations
• Flexible PT-100 temperature sensor for reference vessel
• Medium temperature-controlled sterilization time
• Electronic pressure transducer for pressure and temperature control
• "Autofill" - Automatic demineralized water feed for steam generation
• Special program for waste destruction with pulsating heat-up period for improved ventilation of waste bags
• Start by clock / timer for programmed start time
• Steam exhaust condensation, water cooled, thermostatic controlled
• Common collector connection for all outlets
• Emptying valve
• Base plate for vessels, baskets etc.
• Validation port
• RS 232 interface for external data transfer
• Prepared for subsequent printer installation
• Prepared for subsequent rapid cooling installation
• Prepared for subsequent installation of vacuum system
• Prepared for subsequent drying installation
• Safety cut of at low water level
• Safety cut of at excess temperature
The Systec V-Series of top-loading vertical autoclaves in 8 different sizes with 40 to 150 liters chamber volume is distinguished by its small footprint and high chamber capacity. Result: optimal loading capacity with most standard media bottles and Erlenmeyer flasks.
Systec VX-150 Vertical, top-loading autoclave,
Chamber volume (liter) total /nominal: 166/150,
Chamber dimensions (mm) Ø x depth: 500 x 750.
• Fully automatic, microprocessor control including 12 programs:
1-3 Solids
4-5 Waste destruction bags
6-7 Liquid waste
8-11 Liquid Media
12 Cleaning
• Integrated separate steam generator (no heating elements in sterilization chamber)
• Novel safety ring-lock closure system with lip seal
• Temperature and steam pressure up to 140°C / 4 bar absolute pressure, extendable to 150°C / 5 bar absolute pressure
• Thermal lock: door lock controlled by pressure and medium temperature according to Pressure Vessel Regulations
• Flexible PT-100 temperature sensor for reference vessel
• Medium temperature-controlled sterilization time
• Electronic pressure transducer for pressure and temperature control
• "Autofill" - Automatic demineralized water feed for steam generation
• Special program for waste destruction with pulsating heat-up period for improved ventilation of waste bags
• Start by clock / timer for programmed start time
• Steam exhaust condensation, water cooled, thermostatic controlled
• Common collector connection for all outlets
• Emptying valve
• Base plate for vessels, baskets etc.
• Validation port
• Prepared for subsequent printer installation
• Prepared for subsequent rapid cooling installation
• Prepared for subsequent installation of vacuum system
• Prepared for subsequent drying installation
• Safety cut of at low water level
• Safety cut of at excess temperature
• Fully automatic, microprocessor control including 12 programs:
1-3 Solids
4-5 Waste destruction bags
6-7 Liquid waste
8-11 Liquid Media
12 Cleaning
• Integrated separate steam generator (no heating elements in sterilization chamber)
• Novel safety ring-lock closure system with lip seal
• Temperature and steam pressure up to 140°C / 4 bar absolute pressure
• Thermal lock: door lock controlled by pressure and medium temperature according to Pressure Vessel Regulations
• Flexible PT-100 temperature sensor for reference vessel
• Medium temperature-controlled sterilization time
• Electronic pressure transducer for pressure and temperature control
• "Autofill" - Automatic demineralized water feed for steam generation
• Special program for waste destruction with pulsating heat-up period for improved ventilation of waste bags
• Start by clock / timer for programmed start time
• Steam exhaust condensation, water cooled, thermostatic controlled
• Common collector connection for all outlets
• Emptying valve
• Base plate for vessels, baskets etc.
• Validation port
• RS 232 interface for external data transfer
• Prepared for subsequent printer installation
• Prepared for subsequent rapid cooling installation
• Prepared for subsequent installation of vacuum system
• Prepared for subsequent drying installation
• Safety cut of at low water level
• Safety cut of at excess temperature
• Fully automatic, microprocessor control including 12 programs:
1-3 Solids
4-5 Waste destruction bags
6-7 Liquid waste
8-11 Liquid Media
12 Cleaning
• Integrated separate steam generator (no heating elements in sterilization chamber)
• Novel safety ring-lock closure system with lip seal
• Temperature and steam pressure up to 140°C / 4 bar absolute pressure, extendable to 150°C / 5 bar absolute pressure
• Thermal lock: door lock controlled by pressure and medium temperature according to Pressure Vessel Regulations
• Flexible PT-100 temperature sensor for reference vessel
• Medium temperature-controlled sterilization time
• Electronic pressure transducer for pressure and temperature control
• "Autofill" - Automatic demineralized water feed for steam generation
• Special program for waste destruction with pulsating heat-up period for improved ventilation of waste bags
• Start by clock / timer for programmed start time
• Steam exhaust condensation, water cooled, thermostatic controlled
• Common collector connection for all outlets
• Emptying valve
• Base plate for vessels, baskets etc.
• Validation port
• RS 232 interface for external data transfer
• Prepared for subsequent printer installation
• Prepared for subsequent rapid cooling installation
• Prepared for subsequent installation of vacuum system
• Prepared for subsequent drying installation
• Safety cut of at low water level
• Safety cut of at excess temperature
• Fully automatic, microprocessor control including 12 programs:
1-3 Solids
4-5 Waste destruction bags
6-7 Liquid waste
8-11 Liquid Media
12 Cleaning
• Integrated separate steam generator (no heating elements in sterilization chamber)
• Novel safety ring-lock closure system with lip seal
• Temperature and steam pressure up to 140°C / 4 bar absolute pressure, extendable to 150°C / 5 bar absolute pressure
• Thermal lock: door lock controlled by pressure and medium temperature according to Pressure Vessel Regulations
• Flexible PT-100 temperature sensor for reference vessel
• Medium temperature-controlled sterilization time
• Electronic pressure transducer for pressure and temperature control
• "Autofill" - Automatic demineralized water feed for steam generation
• Special program for waste destruction with pulsating heat-up period for improved ventilation of waste bags
• Start by clock / timer for programmed start time
• Steam exhaust condensation, water cooled, thermostatic controlled
• Common collector connection for all outlets
• Emptying valve
• Base plate for vessels, baskets etc.
• Validation port
• RS 232 interface for external data transfer
• Prepared for subsequent printer installation
• Prepared for subsequent rapid cooling installation
• Prepared for subsequent installation of vacuum system
• Prepared for subsequent drying installation
• Safety cut of at low water level
• Safety cut of at excess temperature
• Fully automatic, microprocessor control including 12 programs:
1-3 Solids
4-5 Waste destruction bags
6-7 Liquid waste
8-11 Liquid Media
12 Cleaning
• Integrated separate steam generator (no heating elements in sterilization chamber)
• Novel safety ring-lock closure system with lip seal
• Temperature and steam pressure up to 140°C / 4 bar absolute pressure, extendable to 150°C / 5 bar absolute pressure
• Thermal lock: door lock controlled by pressure and medium temperature according to Pressure Vessel Regulations
• Flexible PT-100 temperature sensor for reference vessel
• Medium temperature-controlled sterilization time
• Electronic pressure transducer for pressure and temperature control
• "Autofill" - Automatic demineralized water feed for steam generation
• Special program for waste destruction with pulsating heat-up period for improved ventilation of waste bags
• Start by clock / timer for programmed start time
• Steam exhaust condensation, water cooled, thermostatic controlled
• Common collector connection for all outlets
• Emptying valve
• Base plate for vessels, baskets etc.
• Validation port
• RS 232 interface for external data transfer
• Prepared for subsequent printer installation
• Prepared for subsequent rapid cooling installation
• Prepared for subsequent installation of vacuum system
• Prepared for subsequent drying installation
• Safety cut of at low water level
• Safety cut of at excess temperature
HORIZONTAL BENCH-TOP AUTOCLAVES SYSTEC D-SERIES
The Systec D-Series are front-loading, bench-top autoclaves available in 7 sizes with chamber capacities ranging from 23 to 200 l. Compact on the outside but with ideal chamber capacities inside. Each size has an optimal loading capacity for most standard media bottles and Erlenmeyer flasks.
• Fully automatic, microprocessor control including 12 programs:
1-3 Solids
4-5 Waste destruction bags
6-7 Liquid waste
8-11 Liquid Media
12 Cleaning
• Integrated separate steam generator (no heating elements in sterilization chamber)
• Novel safety ring-lock closure system with lip seal
• Temperature and steam pressure up to 140°C / 4 bar absolute pressure, extendable to 150°C / 5 bar absolute pressure
• Thermal lock: door lock controlled by pressure and medium temperature according to Pressure Vessel Regulations
• Flexible PT-100 temperature sensor for reference vessel
• Medium temperature-controlled sterilization time
• Electronic pressure transducer for pressure and temperature control
• "Autofill" - Automatic demineralized water feed for steam generation
• Special program for waste destruction with pulsating heat-up period for improved ventilation of waste bags
• Start by clock / timer for programmed start time
• Steam exhaust condensation, water cooled, thermostatic controlled
• Common collector connection for all outlets
• Emptying valve
• Base plate for vessels, baskets etc.
• Validation port
• RS 232 interface for external data transfer
• Prepared for subsequent printer installation
• Prepared for subsequent rapid cooling installation
• Prepared for subsequent installation of vacuum system
• Prepared for subsequent drying installation
• Safety cut of at low water level
• Safety cut of at excess temperature
