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Portable Autoclaves
The Dixons range of portable autoclaves has been manufactured for over forty years under various brand names. They have been known over the years as 'Express' autoclaves, 'The Arnolds Autoclave', 'The Portable Autoclave', 'The HM&S Autoclave' and 'The Macarthy Autoclave'. These autoclaves were previously manufactured by Arnold & Sons, Basildon (owned by the McCarthy Group). Dixons have been exclusively manufacturing the range since 1990. They are designed for safety and reliability; yet are simple to use and easy to maintain.
During the past forty years, many thousands have been distributed worldwide, to a wide variety of users. They have become known for both their durability and reliability.

| Model | ST 18 |
| Description | Portable Gas Heated Autoclave |
| Capacity | 14 Litres |
| Material | Die Cast Aluminium |
| Internal Dimensions | 280mm Diameter x 230mm High |
| External Dimensions | 420mm Wide x 400mm Deep x 410mm High |
| Net Weight | 11.5Kg |
| Heat Source | External Heat Source Bottled Gas Burner Mains Gas Burner Kerosene Stove Electric Hot Plate |
| Safe Working Pressure | 1.3 bar |
| Maximum Working Temperature | 121 Degrees C |
| Complies With | H&SE PM73 (Lid Locking Devices) |


| Model | VARIO 19 |
| Description | Portable Electric Autoclave With VARIO Time And Temperature Control |
| Capacity | 14 Litres |
| Material | Die Cast Aluminium |
| Internal Dimensions | 280mm Diameter x 230mm High |
| External Dimensions | 420mm Wide x 400mm Deep x 520mm High |
| Net Weight | 15.0Kg |
| Heat Source | Internal Electric Element 2.0kW 230V 50Hz AC |
| Safe Working Pressure | 1.3 bar |
| Maximum Working Temperature | 121 Degrees C |
| Variable Temperature | 100 Degrees C - 121 Degrees C |
| Variable Time | 1 minute - 99 minutes |
| Preset Cycles | 30 minutes @ 115 Degrees C 15 minutes @ 121 Degrees C 30 minutes @ 121 Degrees C 60 minutes @ 115 Degrees C |
| Vario Controller Dimensions | 195mm Wide x 120mm Deep x 65mm High Net Weight 0.75Kg |
| Complies With | H&SE PM73 (Lid Locking Devices) BS3456 : Part 101 : 1987 (Electrical Safety) CE Marked in compliance with EMC Regulations 1992 |


| Model | VARIO 2228 |
| Description | Portable Electric Autoclave With VARIO Time And Temperature Control |
| Capacity | 22 Litres |
| Material | Stainless Steel 316 |
| Internal Dimensions | 280mm Diameter x 360mm High |
| External Dimensions | 370mm Wide x 390mm Deep x 570mm High |
| Net Weight | 21.0Kg |
| Heat Source | Internal Electric Element 2.0kW 230V 50Hz AC |
| Safe Working Pressure | 1.3 bar |
| Maximum Working Temperature | 121 Degrees C |
| Variable Temperature | 100 Degrees C - 121 Degrees C |
| Variable Time | 1 minute - 99 minutes |
| Preset Cycles | 30 minutes @ 115 Degrees C 15 minutes @ 121 Degrees C 30 minutes @ 121 Degrees C 60 minutes @ 115 Degrees C |
| Vario Controller Dimensions | 195mm Wide x 120mm Deep x 65mm High Net Weight 0.75Kg |
| Complies With | H&SE PM73 (Lid Locking Devices) BS3456 : Part 101 : 1987 (Electrical Safety) CE Marked in compliance with EMC Regulations 1992 |

| Model | ST 3028 |
| Description | Portable Electric Autoclave With Thermostatic Control |
| Capacity | 30 Litres |
| Material | Stainless Steel 316 |
| Internal Dimensions | 280mm Diameter x 490mm High |
| External Dimensions | 370mm Wide x 390mm Deep x 700mm High |
| Net Weight | 23.0Kg |
| Heat Source | Internal Electric Element 2.0kW 230V 50Hz AC |
| Safe Working Pressure | 1.3 bar |
| Maximum Working Temperature | 121 Degrees C |
| Complies With | H&SE PM73 (Lid Locking Devices) BS3456 : Part 101 : 1987 (Electrical Safety) CE Marked in compliance with EMC Regulations 1992 |
| Model | ST 19 T |
| Description | Portable Electric Autoclave With Thermostatic Control |
| Capacity | 14 Litres |
| Material | Die Cast Aluminium |
| Internal Dimensions | 280mm Diameter x 230mm High |
| External Dimensions | 420mm Wide x 400mm Deep x 520mm High |
| Net Weight | 15.0Kg |
| Heat Source | Internal Electric Element 2.0kW 230V 50Hz AC |
| Safe Working Pressure | 1.3 bar |
| Maximum Working Temperature | 121 Degrees C |
| Complies With | H&SE PM73 (Lid Locking Devices) BS3456 : Part 101 : 1987 (Electrical Safety) CE Marked in compliance with EMC Regulations 1992 |

| Model | ST 2228 G |
| Description | Portable Gas Heated Autoclave |
| Capacity | 22 Litres |
| Material | Stainless Steel 316 |
| Internal Dimensions | 280mm Diameter x 360mm High |
| External Dimensions | 370mm Wide x 390mm Deep x 470mm High |
| Net Weight | 18.5Kg |
| Heat Source | External Heat Source Bottled Gas Burner Mains Gas Burner Kerosene Stove Electric Hot Plate |
| Safe Working Pressure | 1.3 bar |
| Maximum Working Temperature | 121 Degrees C |
| Complies With | H&SE PM73 (Lid Locking Devices) |

| Model | ST 2228 |
| Description | Portable Electric Autoclave With Thermostatic Control |
| Capacity | 22 Litres |
| Material | Stainless Steel 316 |
| Internal Dimensions | 280mm Diameter x 360mm High |
| External Dimensions | 370mm Wide x 390mm Deep x 570mm High |
| Net Weight | 21.0Kg |
| Heat Source | Internal Electric Element 2.0kW 230V 50Hz AC |
| Safe Working Pressure | 1.3 bar |
| Maximum Working Temperature | 121 Degrees C |
| Complies With | H&SE PM73 (Lid Locking Devices) BS3456 : Part 101 : 1987 (Electrical Safety) CE Marked in compliance with EMC Regulations 1992 |

| Model | ST 3028 G |
| Description | Portable Gas Heated Autoclave |
| Capacity | 30 Litres |
| Material | Stainless Steel 316 |
| Internal Dimensions | 280mm Diameter x 490mm High |
| External Dimensions | 370mm Wide x 390mm Deep x 600mm High |
| Net Weight | 20.5Kg |
| Heat Source | External Heat Source Bottled Gas Burner Mains Gas Burner Kerosene Stove Electric Hot Plate |
| Safe Working Pressure | 1.3 bar |
| Maximum Working Temperature | 121 Degrees C |
| Complies With | H&SE PM73 (Lid Locking Devices) |


| Model | VARIO 3028 |
| Description | Portable Electric Autoclave With VARIO Time And Temperature Control |
| Capacity | 30 Litres |
| Material | Stainless Steel 316 |
| Internal Dimensions | 280mm Diameter x 490mm High |
| External Dimensions | 370mm Wide x 390mm Deep x 700mm High |
| Net Weight | 23.0Kg |
| Heat Source | Internal Electric Element 2.0kW 230V 50Hz AC |
| Safe Working Pressure | 1.3 bar |
| Maximum Working Temperature | 121 Degrees C |
| Variable Temperature | 100 Degrees C - 121 Degrees C |
| Variable Time | 1 minute - 99 minutes |
| Preset Cycles | 30 minutes @ 115 Degrees C 15 minutes @ 121 Degrees C 30 minutes @ 121 Degrees C 60 minutes @ 115 Degrees C |
| Vario Controller Dimensions | 195mm Wide x 120mm Deep x 65mm High Net Weight 0.75Kg |
| Complies With | H&SE PM73 (Lid Locking Devices) BS3456 : Part 101 : 1987 (Electrical Safety) CE Marked in compliance with EMC Regulations 1992 |
Here are the details of some of the more popular accessories available for use with the Dixons range of portable autoclaves.
STA01 Dressing Drum, S/S, small, 240mm dia. x 120mm deep
STA02 Dressing Drum, S/S, large, 240mm dia. x 240mm deep
STA11 Bottle Rack, to take 4 x 1 litre media bottles
STA16 Wire Mesh Basket, S/S, small, c/w lifting handle, 240mm dia. x 220mm deep
STA17 Wire Mesh Basket, S/S, large, c/w lifting handle, 240mm dia. x 440mm deep
STA03 Gas Ring, for bottled gas, with integral stand
STA04 Stove, single burner for unleaded petrol
STA05 Stand, for use with stove
