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Self-contained, closed loop steam sterilizer

US4808377A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 26, 1985
Grant dateFeb 28, 1989
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Expiry dateJul 26, 2005

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61L2/24
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A self-contained, closed loop steam sterilizer having an integral external boiler. The sterilizer employs a prevacuum sterilization cycle with a dwell phase. A single pump accomplishes all pumping functions in a prioritized manner.

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