MMM Group - MMM Group Vakulab HL Medical Autoclave

Applications & Use Cases

• Sterilisation of heat-resistant instruments and materials in pharmaceutical production.
• Processing of laboratory equipment and media in biotechnology facilities.
• Sanitisation of tools and components in research and development laboratories.
• Use in cleanroom environments requiring validated sterilisation processes.

Typical Specifications

Typical chamber volume

For this class of medical/laboratory autoclave, chamber volumes commonly range from 150 to 600 litres.

Power supply

Units of this type typically require a 3-phase electrical supply, commonly 400V, 50Hz.

Operating temperature range

Autoclaves like this typically operate with sterilisation temperatures between 121°C and 134°C.

Sterilisation cycles

Commonly includes pre-vacuum, steam sterilisation, and post-vacuum drying cycles.

Construction material

The chamber and contact parts are typically constructed from stainless steel, often AISI 316L for medical and pharmaceutical grades.

Control system

Units commonly feature programmable logic controllers (PLCs) with HMI for cycle management and data logging.

Certifications

For medical and pharmaceutical applications, units are typically designed to meet standards such as EN 285, GMP, and GAMP.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the primary difference between a medical autoclave and a standard industrial autoclave?

  Medical autoclaves, particularly those for pharmaceutical use, are designed to meet stringent regulatory requirements (e.g., GMP) for validation, sterility assurance, and often include advanced features for cleanroom integration and precise cycle control.

• Can this unit be used for sterilising liquids?

• What kind of utilities are typically required for an autoclave of this size?

• Is validation documentation typically available for used units?

• What maintenance is typically involved with these autoclaves?