SteamSensor 5
Chemical indicator for monitoring steam sterilization at 121°C and 134°C.
- Indicator Type 5 complies with legal requirements
- Graduated color change for accurate assessment of sterilization effectiveness
- Economical packaging (200 pieces)
Description
For regular routine testing of a sterilizer, Type 5 process indicators must be used according to DIN EN ISO 11140-1. With the SteamSensor 5, we provide you with a suitable indicator to easily and safely control your sterilization cycle. The test is ideally suited for all medical and dental practices, outpatient surgery centers, and hospitals.
In practice, treatment indicators (Type 1 process indicators) are often incorrectly used to demonstrate the sterility of the load. However, these only indicate that an instrument has been exposed to the sterilization process. Thus, Type 1 indicators are only intended to distinguish between treated and untreated units.
Use the SteamSensor 5 from Stericop to ensure legal compliance in monitoring your sterilizer.
Note: If you are sterilizing a load containing hollow bodies or complex instruments, please use our Helix Test SMU-LC or SMU-LCR for load control.
| Product | Item No. | Package Size | Storage | Shelf Life |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SteamSensor 5 | 212001 | 200 pieces | Dark, dry, at room temperature | 3 years from the date of manufacture |
Application
The application of the SteamSensor 5 is simple and quick:
- Place the SteamSensor in the sterilization chamber with the load and start the appropriate sterilization cycle.
- After the sterilization cycle is complete, remove the SteamSensor and evaluate it visually.
Evaluation
Check the color change of the indicator against the color chart on the inside of the packaging. The SteamSensor 5 changes color progressively from light blue to violet to pink. The longer the indicators are exposed to the sterilization conditions (sterilization time, pressure, and saturated steam conditions), the more intense the pink coloration becomes. This allows you to assess your sterilization result very accurately.
To fulfill the legal documentation requirement, you should record the result in the sterilization log. You can then dispose of the indicator.
Downloads
Our product flyer contains all the important information about the SteamSensor 5, along with a printable illustrated guide.
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