An
autoclave is a machine that provides a physical method of sterilization by killing bacteria, viruses, and even spores present in the material put inside of the vessel using steam under pressure.it is used to sterilize medical equipment, glassware, surgical equipment, autoclavable container, plastic tubes and pipette tips.The
autoclave is considered a more effective method of
sterilization as it is based on moist heat
sterilization.- The pressure chamber is the main component of a steam autoclave consisting of an inner chamber and an outer jacket.
The purpose of the lid is to seal off the outside atmosphere and create a sterilized condition on ht inside of the autoclave. The lid is made airtight via the screws.
- Pressure gauge indicates the pressure created in the autoclave during sterilization
- The whistle on the lid controls the pressure inside the chamber by releasing a certain amount of vapor by lifting itself
- A safety valve releases the pressure to avoid the danger of explosion.