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Cleanroom Garments, PPE and Consumables
Autoclave Indicator Tape
Beige steam autoclave indicator tape with diagonal process-indicator bands and a pressure-sensitive adhesive for closing and identifying sterilization packs.
- Type 1 process indicator for external steam-exposure identification
- Diagonal indicator bands develop a dark endpoint color
- Pressure-sensitive paper tape seals wrapped instrument packs
Product Introduction
Autoclave Indicator Tape combines a writable crepe-paper backing with steam-responsive chemical indicator bands. It secures compatible sterilization wraps and provides an immediate visual distinction between unprocessed and steam-exposed packs. The developed band color is an external process indication only; load release still depends on the facility's validated sterilization monitoring procedure.
Key Features
Creped paper backing conforms to folds and package corners
Pressure-sensitive adhesive adheres to common compatible wraps
Writable beige surface supports pack identification before processing
Lead-free indicator chemistry options reduce heavy-metal concerns
Customer Product Concerns
Sterilization staff need to separate exposed packs from unprocessed packs without opening the wrap. Tape must remain attached through moist heat while avoiding wrap damage or excessive residue during removal.
A weak indicator contrast can make processed and unprocessed packs hard to distinguish.Select a qualified steam-responsive ink with a clearly defined endpoint reference.
Excessive adhesive strength may tear disposable wrapping material.Match adhesive grade and removal technique to the chosen wrap.
Tape lifting can compromise pack closure during handling.Apply to a clean dry surface with sufficient overlap and firm pressure.
Users may mistake external color change for proof of sterility inside the pack.Use the tape as a Type 1 exposure indicator alongside validated internal and cycle controls.
Typical Applications
Used to close and identify wrapped instrument sets, glassware packs, laboratory materials and compatible process bundles before steam autoclave cycles in healthcare, pharmaceutical and research facilities.
Technical Parameters
The following values describe a common steam-process indicator tape. Endpoint behavior, dimensions and adhesive performance must be confirmed against the selected cycle and packaging system.
| Core Material | Creped paper backing with steam-responsive indicator ink and pressure-sensitive adhesive |
|---|---|
| Panel Thickness | 0.13-0.18 mm total tape thickness |
| Effective Width | 19-25 mm roll width |
| Maximum Length | 55000 mm roll length |
| Steel Facing Thickness | 0 mm; no steel facing used |
| Core Density | 650-850 kg/m³ coated crepe-paper backing |
| Thermal Conductivity | 0.05-0.10 W/(m·K), coated paper dependent |
| Surface Finish | Beige writable lacquered paper with diagonal light indicator bands |
| Joint Type | Single-sided pressure-sensitive adhesive wound on rigid plastic core |
| Customization | Available based on the intended application and operating environment. |
Available Options
19 mm or 25 mm width50 m or 55 m roll lengthBeige or white backingDifferent unprocessed and developed indicator colorsLead-free process-indicator chemistryCustom carton quantity and traceable lot packaging
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