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Why use a steam vs electric autoclave?
We are setting up a plant tissue culture lab and will be installing autoclaves. We currently use autoclaves that use electricity to generate their own steam, as opposed to units which run on house steam. Is there...
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Does steril pouch work in steam autoclaves?
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What illness caused a dramatic increase in the use of autoclaves?
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Do autoclaves need water to work?
What happens when water is not added to an autoclave? Does is still sterilize? Will it damage any instruments? Is it possible to use too much water?
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I am starting to get into mycology and I was just curious if there was anywhere you could go to use lab tools! Just let me know if I'm just ignorant, or if there is any place you can go publicly =D
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I would like to know more about the laboratory autoclaves. What it is & how it works What can & what cant be autoclaved How to use an autoclave properly & safely Causes of autoclave failure How to ensure that...
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What is hydrotest for autoclaves?
I know that it is done to check the safety operation of autoclave. I would like to know if any companies offer the test.
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How dry heat kills microbes in 300 c and autoclaves at 135 c. please clarify.?
if microbes are killed at 135 C in an autoclave for 5 minutes sterilizing time, why the dry heat process need 300 C for 3 hours to kill the same microbes. According to me, the objective is to eliminate the microbe...
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why are autoclaves used to sterilize surgical tools? you might need to be really specific. I don't need pointless answers like "they get the job done" or "they're better than a napkin."...
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What are types of autoclaves used in dentistry?
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Where can i get information on commercial autoclaves?
for sterlizing tissue culture media >50 ltr .with latest systems
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Manufacturers of industrial autoclaves in the usa?
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Steam sterilizers (autoclaves) reach temperatures of 121 degrees c w/ boiling water. explain how?
explain how this is possible thanks!
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Anyone familiar with using autoclaves? ?
I'm reading a paper on the effects of heat treating a certain animal feed using an autoclave. In the study, this phrase pops up a lot: "autoclaving at 100C (10')" Does anyone know what the...
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How long does it take an autoclave to disinfect utensils?
Autoclaves are those heating/steam machines they use in hospitals to clean utensils. I've only seen them myself, but I don't know how long they usually take to thouroughly disinfect the utensils. Does anyone...
Answered 6/23/2007 | View Answer | See Question
What would happen if you were trapped in an operating autoclave?
In autoclave is a machine used for sterilization of glass wear and utensils. Typically for science labs. It uses a combination of heat, pressure, and steam to kill off any living organisms on it's content....
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What is the difference between a non-vacuum autoclave and a vacuum autoclave?
Been offered an Instaclave Automatic Autoclave for the purpose of tattoo salon, whats the difference between vacuum and non-vacuum help needed thanks
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Should the pressure release valve on the autoclave be opened or closed when in use?
I use a small autoclave ( not the industrial one). When material is inside the autoclave, and it is on, should the pressure valve be open or closed? My autoclave is manual.
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How to open a canister style autoclave when the lid is stuck shut?
I have an autoclave that I ran a cycle in and now it will not open and I have supplies inside it still. How can I get it open? It has been shut for 4 days and the pressure has been released.
Answered 3/20/2008 | View Answer | See Question
Is there really a differance between an autoclave and a pressure cooker other than price?
For cleaning tattoo grips, tubes etc.. can a pressure cooker be used instead of an autoclave. As far as I can tell they are one and the same.
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Can you use pressure cooker as a tattoo autoclave sterilizer for medical disinfection purpose?
Show me proof if possible. What is highest temperature in pressure cooker and tattoo autoclave? A lot of people said no, but please tell me why in a more specific way. (if possible) Also, is it legit?
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How can i sterilize agar media in babyfood jars without an autoclave or pressure cooker?
I want to sterilize jars for tissue culture but do not have an autoclave or pressure cooker. Can I just put the jars closed tightly inside of a pot and then put this inside of a big soup pot (sort of like a dutch...
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Does an autoclave need used if the needle is packaged sterile?
Would an autoclave need to be used on the needle if it is a single use packaged sterile needle?
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Where can i get a cheap autoclave for sterilizing tattooing tools?
i desperatly need one but cant find any cheap ones i know that an autoclave uses pressure and steam to sterilize so i have a second question can i use a pressure cooker to sterilize untill i get an autoclave? or...
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What, exactly, can you sterilize in an autoclave?
I work in the cosmetology and nail industry and the TxCC recently issued a new rule stating that all reusable implements must be placed in an autoclave. I know metal implements, obviously, but are there any other...
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Do you need to have an autoclave to run a piercing business?
I have noticed there are suppliers who sell already-sterilized equipment which leads me to believe there is no use for an autoclave right off the bat.
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How does an autoclave prevent infection?
Hello, Hello, I need to know for part of an assignment how an autoclave vs hand washing operating equipment lowers the risk of infections in hospitals. Thank you ^__^
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Can you autoclave glass with tape on it?
Like to label it? I don't mean the autoclave tape. It won't ruin the glassware though, right?
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Is it necessary to have an auto clave to steralize tattoo equip?
We'll be using the needles only once, but for the other things you need to steralize, do you need an autoclave or is there some other way of steralizing them properly? Its not like we're starting a business...
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