B type autoclave

Question 1

Vacuum autoclave

Answer 1

heats to 134 and holds for 3 mins at 2.25 bar pressure
air is sucked out of the chamber to create a vacuum so that steam contacts all items present as it is also sucked through - good for hollow items

Question 2

1.

Answer 2

various cycles to choose from depending on requirement of the loaded items - can last up to 45 mins if vacuum programme Is required

Question 3

2.

Answer 3

suitable for wrapped and hollow lumen items

Question 4

3.

Answer 4

data-logging device so that operating parameters for reach cycle are recorded and checked

Question 5

4.

Answer 5

hold several trays at a time and can be set to dry before items are removed
-door cannot be opened until cycle is completed and this is more expensive than N type autoclave

Question 6

Prior cleaning

Answer 6

However, neither type of autoclave will sterilise items thoroughly unless they have been suitably processed beforehand