Product Description
The Getinge Assured Bowie-Dick Test Pack 134C is for daily monitoring of Turbo steam sterilizers operating at 134C. The test pack is packaged in an easy to open box and designed to operate in sterilizers with cycles as defined in EN ISO 11140-4.
If no appreciable air is present in the sterilizer chamber after vacuums are drawn, the steam will penetrate to the middle of the test pack and turn the indicator sheet a uniform black color, which indicates a pass. If a small amount of air is present, sufficient enough to cause a two degree temperature drop, the air will migrate to the middle of the test pack causing the center of the sheet to remain a blue/grey color rather than a uniform black. This indicates a fail.
- Easy to interpret and printed on the box
- Clear color change blue-to-black
- Lead-free and no toxic heavy metals
- Recordable
- Conforms to EN ISO 11140-4
- For use in Getinge Sterilizers HS66 Turbo and HS66 LTSF Turbo Combi
Optimal Daily Sterilizer ValidationEnsure your autoclave maintains peak performance with daily monitoring using the Assured Bowie-Dick Test Pack 134C. This pack guarantees compliance with international standards while providing a clear, easy-to-read indicator. Integrated with a chemical indicator sheet, it quickly confirms effective sterilization or uncovers performance issues, such as air leaks and steam inadequacy.
Robust and User-Friendly DesignThe test pack is constructed with medical-grade paper and features an intuitive color-changing indicator. It is lightweight, single-use, and packaged for convenience, making it an ideal choice for healthcare facilities, laboratories, and sterilization services that demand both efficiency and uncompromising accuracy.
Reliable Results and ComplianceEach test pack meets EN ISO 11140-4 requirements and supports a high level of visual reliability for steam penetration at 134C. Simple to use and store, these packs are essential for facilities requiring daily validation protocols, effective quality assurance, and dependable equipment monitoring.
FAQs of Assured Bowie-Dick Test Pack 134C:
Q: How do you use the Assured Bowie-Dick Test Pack 134C in a steam sterilizer?
A: Simply place the individually wrapped test pack in an empty autoclave chamber. Run a standard prevacuum cycle at 134C for 3.5 minutes. After completion, remove the pack and observe the indicatorthe color should change distinctly from blue to pink if the sterilizer is performing correctly.
Q: What is the main purpose of the Assured Bowie-Dick Test Pack 134C?
A: Its primary purpose is to provide daily validation of autoclave performance by detecting potential air leaks, inadequate steam penetration, or operational malfunctions, ensuring consistent and compliant sterilization quality.
Q: When should the test pack be used to monitor autoclave efficiency?
A: It is recommended to use the test pack daily before the first processing load to verify the prevacuum steam sterilizers effectiveness and promptly identify any issues before regular sterilization cycles are run.
Q: Where should the Assured Bowie-Dick Test Packs be stored?
A: Store the packs in a dry place at room temperature. The sealed packaging ensures up to two years of shelf life, making them convenient for regular and stockpiled use.
Q: What is the process for interpreting the results of this test pack?
A: After the sterilization cycle, inspect the indicator sheet inside the pack. A uniform color change from blue to pink signifies a successful test; any deviation indicates a problem with steam penetration or possible equipment malfunction.
Q: What are the primary benefits of using this test pack in healthcare and laboratory settings?
A: The test pack delivers high visual reliability, fast result interpretation, and conformity to international standards, helping facilities maintain stringent infection control protocols and meet accreditation requirements effortlessly.