STERIS Steraffirm™ Bowie-Dick Test Packs

Description

• Test packs are calibrated to be compatible with pre-vacuum cycles operating at specific exposure temperatures or within a specified exposure temperature range (e.g., 121° C/250° F).
• Conform to the ISO 11140 (Type 2) standards.
• For use in Life Sciences applications only.
• Not cleared for use in healthcare facilities in the United States.

HOW STERAFFIRM BOWIE DICK TEST PACKS WORK

Should be placed over the drain each day to test your pre-vacuum steam sterilizer. During the cycle, the indicator ink will change from yellow to a blue/purple color. After the cycle is complete, the indicator card can be removed and kept for records. Test packs can help identify a problem before sterilization failures while helping to identify the potential source of the problem.

Benefits:

• Reliability - Preassembled single use test provides consistent testing of the pre-vacuum steam sterilizer cycles.
• Productivity - Distinctive, total color change from yellow to a blue/purple color provides a clear indication of a successful test.
• Easy to Validate - Each pack and indicator has a lot number and expiration date printed on it for easy documentation.
• Efficacy - Conforms to ISO 11140 Type 2 standards.
• Flexibility - Indicator can detect wet steam, superheated steam, and noncondensables in the steam supply to aid troubleshooting problems.