The 18L Class N autoclave steriliser is a semi-automatic benchtop steam steriliser with an 18-litre stainless steel chamber (Ø230 × 360 mm) that sterilises solid, unwrapped instruments at 121 °C or 134 °C. It suits dental surgeries, medical and veterinary clinics, laboratories, tattoo studios and nail or beauty salons that need fast, repeatable steam sterilisation in a compact footprint.
Key Benefits of This 18L Steam Autoclave
- Two ready programs: 121 °C (30-minute sterilisation hold) for heat-sensitive items and 134 °C (10-minute hold) for fast turnaround of stainless steel instruments.
- Hand-free operation: Select the program, press start and the unit controls heating and pressure automatically.
- Real-time monitoring: Front-mounted analogue pressure gauge plus a red LED digital temperature display.
- Built-in safety: Pressure safety door lock with temperature and pressure overload protection.
- Space-saving benchtop design: 605 × 445 × 400 mm footprint fits on a standard bench or trolley.
- Australian power: 220–240 VAC supply for direct use in Australian clinics.
Features of the Class N Autoclave Steriliser
Precise Temperature Control
The controller holds the chamber at the selected setpoint with 0.1 °C control precision, shown live on the digital display with 121 °C and 134 °C indicator lights.
Stainless Steel Chamber, Trays and Rack
The cylindrical stainless steel chamber resists corrosion and is easy to wipe clean. Removable instrument trays sit on a tray rack so steam circulates evenly around the load.
Locking Door With Compression Seal
A wide-opening front door with a rotary locking handle and door gasket keeps the chamber sealed under pressure. The safety lock stops the door being opened while the chamber is pressurised.
Simple Front Panel
Program and start keys, a power switch and an Open/Close valve knob are grouped on the front panel for quick daily use.
18L Autoclave Steriliser Specifications
| Product type | Benchtop steam autoclave steriliser |
|---|---|
| Model / Part number | AC-18L-CLASSN-220V |
| Steriliser class | Class N, semi-automatic |
| Chamber volume | 18 L |
| Chamber size (diameter × depth) | Ø230 × 360 mm |
| Chamber material | Stainless steel |
| Sterilisation temperatures | 121 °C and 134 °C (two programs) |
| Sterilisation time | 121 °C: 30 min · 134 °C: 10 min |
| Temperature control precision | 0.1 °C |
| Electrical supply | 220–240 VAC |
| Power | 1100 VA |
| Displays | Analogue pressure gauge, LED digital temperature display |
| Safety | Pressure safety door lock, temperature & pressure overload protection |
| Overall dimensions (W × H × D) | 605 × 445 × 400 mm |
| Net weight | 30 kg |
| Package size / gross weight | 50 × 50 × 50 cm / approx. 40 kg |
| Condition | New |
What You Will Receive
- 1 × 18L Class N benchtop autoclave steriliser (220V)
- Instrument trays and tray rack
- Power cord
- User manual
Uses for a Benchtop Steam Steriliser
- Dental surgeries: Solid hand instruments, mirrors, probes, forceps and scalers.
- Medical and GP clinics: Reusable stainless steel surgical and dressing instruments.
- Veterinary practices: Surgical kits and examination tools.
- Laboratories: Glassware, media and lab tools rated for steam.
- Tattoo, piercing, nail and beauty studios: Metal tools such as tweezers, cuticle nippers and pushers.
Operation and Care
- Use distilled water only to limit scale and chamber staining.
- Load instruments in single layers on the trays so steam reaches every surface.
- Daily: clean the chamber, trays, door seal, chamber filter and tray rack with mild soap, then rinse with a soft cloth and distilled water.
- Inspect the door gasket regularly and wipe the gasket and mating surfaces with a damp cloth.
- Follow your local infection-control guidelines for load types, cycle validation and record keeping.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Class N autoclave?
A Class N autoclave is a benchtop steam steriliser designed for solid, unwrapped instruments. It uses gravity steam displacement rather than a pre-vacuum, so it is fast and simple for everyday solid metal tools.
What temperatures and cycle times does this autoclave use?
It runs two programs: 121 °C with a 30-minute sterilisation hold and 134 °C with a 10-minute hold. Heat-up and pressure-release time are additional.
How big is the chamber?
The stainless steel chamber holds 18 litres and measures Ø230 × 360 mm, enough for several trays of dental or salon instruments per cycle.
Can I sterilise pouched, hollow or porous items?
Class N cycles are intended for solid, unwrapped loads. Wrapped, hollow (lumen) or porous loads generally need a validated Class B (pre-vacuum) cycle, so check your local infection-control standard before processing them.
What power supply does the 220V model need?
It runs on a 220–240 VAC supply and draws about 1100 VA, so it plugs into a standard Australian power outlet.
Is this autoclave new?
Yes. The steriliser is supplied brand new with trays, tray rack and user manual.
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