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Use a Water Aspirator
Attach a length of tubing (3/8" i.d.) to the water outlet of your aspirator and direct the
tubing into the sink drain. Aspirators use enormous quantities of water so be sure
your sink drain is free flowing before turning on the faucet. Without a length of tubing
on the aspirator, a lot of splashing will occur.
Autoclaves/Sterilizers
APPARATUS AIR SOURCE
Autoclave, Electric, Portable
Portable, electric sterilizer is a completely self-contained
unit with a 1650 watt immersion heating element, automatic
thermostatic control, automatic release valve and
pilot light. Sturdy cast aluminum autoclave has a steamtight
cover with metal-to-metal seal (no rubber gaskets),
safety valve, steam-release petcock, pressure gauge, an
on-off switch and a 60-minute bell timer. Clamp locks
prevent removal of the cover when pressure is present,
and metal air release tubing gives quick exhaustion. At a temperature of 126 ºC only
a small amount of water is needed to create the necessary steam. Equipped with
a three-wire grounded cord and plug for safety. Operates on 120 V, 50/60 Hz. 24-L
capacity. Includes aluminum inner container with rack. A support base, Catalog No.
AP1005, is available separately to protect your bench top.
Catalog No. Description Price/Each
AP1004 Autoclave, Electric, Portable $950.00
Autoclave, Burner Heated,
Non-Electric
This non-electric unit is the same autoclave as AP1004 except
you must furnish the source of heat. An electric stovetop
burner such as AP4830 may be used as the heat source.
Catalog No. Description
Reservoir
Capacity
Chamber
Capacity Price/Each
AP1006 Autoclave, Burner Heated,
Non-electric
14.5 L 9.0 L $465.47
AP1007 24 L 16.6 L 525.67
Air Sources See pages 368–369.
AP1625
SE1048
Couplings
Catalog No. Description Price/Each
AP1625 Coupling, 11/16" Female, 11/2 threads per inch to 3/8" NPT
thread.
$10.21
SE1048 Coupling, Universal Adapter. Will slip over a fixture as
large as 13/16" to as small as 5/8". A screwdriver clamp is
used to tighten the adapter.
11.18
Aspirator Accessories
Tubing, Clear Plastic See page 213.
Autoclaves, Tuttnauer®
Simply load the items, push a button, and the
autoclave cycles automatically from start to
finish. No plumbing required. Digital display
provides continuous readouts of the temperature,
pressure, and running time. Four fully
adjustable, single-button programs make
these autoclaves extremely easy to use.
Constructed of heavy-gauge stainless steel, additional features include four stainless
steel trays a low water signal, alarms if the sterilization cycle is interrupted, and a heatinsulating
locking door that cannot be opened when the chamber is under pressure.
Provides sterilization times up to 59 minutes. Temperature range from 105 °C to 137 °C
(221 °F–270 °F). Overall size 20" W x 15" H x 20" D. 120 V, 60 Hz, 1400 watts.
Catalog No. Description Size Price/Each
AP7382 Autoclave, Tuttnauer®, 9" 9" dia. x 18"D $7875.00
Autoclave Accessories
Autoclave Gloves
All-cotton, terrycloth. Heat-resistant up to 232 °C. Machine washable.
Catalog No. Description Price/Pair
AP8876 Autoclave Gloves $37.50
Autoclave Support Base
Support base AP1004. Heavy cast aluminum.
Catalog No. Description Price/Each
AP1005 Autoclave Support Base $104.06
Indicator Tape
Catalog No. Description Type Price/Each
AP10081 Indicator Tape
3/4" x 165'
Dry Heat Sterilization $37.49
AP10082 Autoclave Heat Sterilization 13.28
• Never autoclave a closed container.
• Glassware must be free of scratches, chips, breaks and cracks.
• Use only autoclavable plastic (e.g., poly methylpen tene, poly propylene, PTFE).
• Containers should not be more than half full.
• Do not allow the pressure to exceed 20 psi.
• Pressure should be at zero and the control valve open before loosening the
cover wing nuts.
• Follow the manufacturer’s instructions and maintenance recommendations.
• When autoclaving liquids, release the pres sure slowly; use slow exhaust to
prevent liquid boil-over.
Use an Autoclave Safely
AP1136
Aspirators, Water
When you are pricing aspirators remember some models that sell for
less will not have a built-in check valve. Both of the models we sell
do; thus eliminating the need for a trap. Water inlet diameter is 3/8"
NPT. The lowest approximate pressure that can be achieved with this
device is 10 mm of mercury or 10 torr.
See free How To video at flinnsci.com.
Catalog No. Description Price/Each
AP1136 Aspirator, Water, Metal (Chapman type) $24.68
AP1203 Aspirator, Water, Polypropylene 20.75
Bacteria Strips for Autoclave Verification
Indicators consist of Bacillus stearothermophilus spores
saturated on paper strips, individually placed into
envelopes. B. stearothermophilus is a highly resistant,
thermophilic species that can grow at temperatures 65
°C and above. To verify autoclave performance, simply
place indicators in the autoclave so they are exposed to
the steam. After the cycle is complete, inoculate the strip
in tube of broth and incubate at 55–60 ºC for at least 48 hours. If no growth occurs,
you can rest assured your autoclave is functioning properly!
Catalog No. Description Price/Pkg.
FB2146 Bacteria Strips for Autoclave Verification $41.39
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