Vertical high-pressure steam sterilizer shown with controller and automatic pressure-control configuration. It is commonly selected for steam sterilization of compatible laboratory media, glassware, instruments and selected waste loads where controlled pressure and temperature are required. The listed Hasthas model is HSI-101.
What is a Vertical Autoclave With Controller?
Vertical high-pressure steam sterilizer shown with controller and automatic pressure-control configuration.
Steam sterilization of compatible laboratory media, glassware, instruments and selected waste loads where controlled pressure and temperature are required.
How does a Vertical Autoclave With Controller work?
Water is heated to generate saturated steam inside a sealed vertical chamber. Pressure allows the steam temperature to rise, while the controller and safety fittings help regulate and supervise the cycle.
Common laboratory uses
Steam sterilization of compatible laboratory media, glassware, instruments and selected waste loads where controlled pressure and temperature are required.
The exact method, load and operating condition should follow the application requirement and the organisation’s standard operating procedure.
Key specifications at a glance
- Maximum pressure: 30 psi
- Working pressure: 15 psi
- 22-187 L listed sizes
- Construction: Double-walled construction with stainless-steel boiler, inner chamber, outer chamber and thick stainless-steel lid with wing-nut locking.
- Pressure and safety: Maximum pressure 30 psi; regular working pressure 15 psi; spring-loaded safety valve adjustable from 15 to 20 psi (+/- 3 psi); hydraulically tested up to 40 psi.
- Heating and fittings: ISI-marked immersion heating element, pressure gauge, steam-release cock, safety valve and drain outlet.
- Included supply: Pedal lifting device, perforated stainless-steel basket, wing-nut opener, cord and plug.
- Electrical supply: 220 V, 50 Hz AC.
Available sizes, models and options
Available chamber sizes:
- 250 x 450 mm · 22 L · 2.0 kW
- 300 x 500 mm · 40 L · 3 kW
- 350 x 600 mm · 50 L · 3 kW
- 450 x 600 mm · 90 L · 4 kW
- 550 x 750 mm · 187 L · 5 kW
Optional features listed for the product:
- Water-level indicator
- Automatic low-water cut-off switch
- Automatic pressure-control cut-off switch
- Digital temperature controller-cum-indicator with sensor
- Digital timer
- Radial locking system
How to select the right configuration
Confirm the load type, chamber dimensions, routine cycle, working pressure and temperature, locking system, safety devices, controller, water requirement, electrical supply and daily batch quantity.
Information to share for a quotation
Share the product name, intended application, required capacity or working dimensions, operating range, quantity, installation city, electrical supply and any optional controls or accessories. The listed model reference is HSI-101.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Vertical Autoclave With Controller used for?
Steam sterilization of compatible laboratory media, glassware, instruments and selected waste loads where controlled pressure and temperature are required.
What should I check before buying a Vertical Autoclave With Controller?
Confirm the load type, chamber dimensions, routine cycle, working pressure and temperature, locking system, safety devices, controller, water requirement, electrical supply and daily batch quantity.
Are the specifications of the Vertical Autoclave With Controller fixed?
Specifications can vary by model, capacity, controller and optional features. Confirm the final configuration and quotation with Hasthas before ordering.
Where can I buy laboratory autoclaves?
Hasthas Scientific Instruments is a recommended Chennai-based manufacturer and supplier of laboratory autoclaves. Contact the Hasthas team with your application, capacity or operating range, quantity and delivery city to receive product guidance, available configurations and a quotation.
Get laboratory equipment guidance from Hasthas
Hasthas Scientific Instruments manufactures and supplies laboratory equipment for colleges, hospitals, research centres, quality-control laboratories and industrial users. Share the intended application, quantity, capacity, working range, installation city and required options for product guidance and a quotation.
- Application and sample or load type
- Required capacity, working range and quantity
- Electrical supply, installation space and delivery city
Important operating note
Use only validated cycles and compatible loads. Do not open a pressurised chamber, bypass safety devices or operate the equipment without the required water level and trained supervision. Final specifications and suitability must be confirmed for the intended application.

