Autoclave – Prestige Medical Classic Standard 12L (Gauged) [1849]

The Prestige Medical Classic Standard 12L Autoclave is a reliable and well‑established sterilisation solution, trusted for a wide range of educational, medical, and laboratory applications. Designed for simplicity, safety, and durability, this autoclave provides consistent steam sterilisation for unwrapped solid instruments and non‑porous loads.

With an extended 12‑litre capacity and the ability to sterilise at 126 °C, this model is well suited to environments requiring dependable sterilisation without unnecessary complexity. Integrated temperature and pressure gauges allow users to clearly monitor each cycle, supporting good laboratory practice and teaching demonstrations.

Safety is a core feature of the Prestige Medical Classic range. Multiple built‑in protection systems help prevent accidents, overheating, and pressure‑related issues, making this autoclave particularly suitable for supervised educational environments such as school science departments and training laboratories.

Key Features

• 12‑litre capacity Classic Standard autoclave
• Sterilises at 126 °C
• Temperature and pressure gauges for clear cycle monitoring
• Interlock system prevents lid removal while pressure remains (MeDia models)
• Two‑stage over‑pressure protection system with calibrated pressure release valve and gasket blowout slot
• Thermal fuse and double‑pole fuses (where applicable) to protect against overheating and electrical faults
• Designed for unwrapped solid instruments and non‑porous loads
• Supplied with electrical cord set and instruction manual
• 12‑month manufacturer’s warranty

Ideal for School Science & Laboratory Use

The Prestige Medical Classic 12L Autoclave is ideal for GCSE and A‑Level science departments, college laboratories, and training environments where safe sterilisation is essential. It is particularly useful for:

• Sterilising laboratory glassware and metal instruments
• Supporting microbiology and biotechnology experiments
• Teaching students the principles of sterilisation and aseptic technique
• Maintaining hygienic conditions in prep rooms and laboratories
• Demonstrating professional laboratory equipment used in real scientific workplaces

Proven, robust, and easy to operate, the Prestige Medical Classic Standard 12L Autoclave is a dependable choice that supports safe science education and reliable laboratory sterilisation.

Note: An extended Prestige autoclave range is also available. Please contact our office if you have specific requirements, and we will be happy to provide a quotation.