- Condition: Factory New
- Weight: 0.27 lb
- Indicator cards ensure that only properly sterilized items are used in patient care, reducing the risk of infection and maintaining high standards of patient safety and care quality.
- After sterilization, the external indicator should change from the original indicator color to the recommended post-sterilization indicator color.
- Indicator changes brown in steam and changes orange in EtO.
- Use in PreVac steam, PreVac IUSS, gravity and EtO modalities.
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- MFR: Aesculap Ships from MFI Medical
- MPN: MD346
Frequently asked questions
Are these compatible with my sterilization equipment?
Yes, these indicators are highly versatile and compatible with a wide range of modalities, including:
- PreVac steam
- PreVac IUSS
- Gravity steam
- EtO gas processes
How do I know if the sterilization was successful?
The cards feature a reactive indicator that provides a clear visual signal:
- Steam exposure: Turns brown.
- EtO gas exposure: Turns orange.
This simple color change allows staff to immediately distinguish between processed and unprocessed instruments.
Are these designed specifically for Aesculap containers?
Yes, these cards are specifically engineered for seamless integration with Aesculap Generation 2000 container systems, ensuring they fit perfectly within your existing workflow.
How do these help improve patient safety?
By providing reliable visual confirmation of the sterilization process, these cards help ensure that only properly treated instruments reach the patient, which is essential for effectively reducing infection risks in clinical environments.
Are these easy to distinguish from unprocessed items?
Absolutely. The distinct and sharp color shift acts as a clear visual marker, making it immediate and easy for staff to separate processed instruments from those awaiting sterilization.
Is this a Type 3 process indicator?
Yes, the Aesculap Sterilization Process Indicator Card is classified as a Type 3 process indicator, meeting the standards required for your instrument processing protocols.
How many cards are included in a box?
Each box contains 250 indicator cards, providing a sufficient supply for busy sterilization departments.
Can these be used for emergency flash sterilization?
Yes, these indicator cards are fully compatible with PreVac IUSS (Immediate Use Steam Sterilization) processes.
What is the condition of these indicators?
All Aesculap Sterilization Process Indicator Cards are supplied Factory New to ensure full efficacy and reliability.
How do these cards handle gravity sterilization?
These indicators are fully rated for gravity steam cycles, offering the same reliable color-change verification as they do for PreVac and EtO processes.