Portaclave, Portable Autoclaves, Electric, Manual Controller

Portaclave Portable Autoclaves – Electric, Manual Controller

Portaclave portable autoclaves provide a compact and reliable sterilisation solution for laboratories, educational environments, and field applications. Designed for simple operation with a manual controller, these electric autoclaves offer dependable steam sterilisation without the need for permanent plumbing or complex installation.

Constructed with a durable Grade 316 stainless steel chamber, the Portaclave range combines robust construction with portability. The units operate from a standard single phase power supply and are available in 15 L, 22 L, and 30 L capacities to suit different laboratory sterilisation requirements.

Key Features

Compact Portable Design: Space-saving vertical design allows the unit to be easily moved and used in laboratories, teaching environments, and field locations.

Manual Control Operation: Simple manual operation provides reliable sterilisation without complex digital controls.

Plug & Play Installation: Operates from a standard 230V single phase supply with no plumbing required.

Durable Stainless Steel Chamber: Manufactured from Grade 316 stainless steel for chemical resistance and long-term durability.

Multiple Capacities Available: Available in 15 L, 22 L, and 30 L configurations to accommodate different sterilisation volumes.

Shipped from our Manchester, UK Facility

All autoclaves are securely packed for safe transport and dispatched from our Manchester warehouse to ensure fast and reliable delivery across the UK.

• sterilising laboratory glassware and small instruments

• preparing sterile media and culture vessels

• routine sterilisation tasks in research laboratories

• educational laboratory sterilisation procedures

• field or mobile sterilisation where plumbing is unavailable

Capacities and dimensions
Model Name	Portaclave 15E	Portaclave 22E	Portaclave 30E
Model No.	ST1528E	ST2228E	ST3028E
Capacity	15 L	22 L	30 L
Autoclave Weight	19 kg	21 kg	23 kg
Export Case Size	470w x 680h x 470h	470w x 880h x 470h	470w x 880h x 470h
Overall Dimensions	370w x 485h x 390d	370w x 600h x 390d	370w x 730h x 390d
Chamber Dimensions	280 Ø x 245d	280 Ø x 360d	280 Ø x 490d
Water Capacity	2 L	2 L	2 L
1 L Media Bottles	4	4	8
Basket Dimensions	240 Ø x 220d	240 Ø x 220d	240 Ø x 440d
Digital Controller	No	No	No

 

Safe Design Operating Limits
Model	Portaclave 15	Portaclave 22	Portaclave 30
Model No.	ST1528	ST2228	ST3028
Max working temperature	121°C	121°C	121°C
Min working temperature	7°C	7°C	7°C
Max ambient temperature	28°C	28°C	28°C
Min ambient temperature	11°C	11°C	11°C
Max hydraulic pressure	2.0 Bar	2.0 Bar	2.0 Bar
Max working pressure	1.3 Bar	1.3 Bar	1.3 Bar

 

Site Requirements
Electrical site requirement: 13amp Socket Outlet
Model	Portaclave 15	Portaclave 22	Portaclave 30
Model No.	ST1528	ST2228	ST3028
Voltage	230V	230V	230V
Phase Requirement	1ph/N 50/60 Hz	1ph/N 50/60 Hz	1ph/N 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption	2kw	2kw	2kw
Fuse Rating	13 amp	13 amp	13amp

 

Chamber Material: Grade 316 stainless steel

Design: Robust space saving portable design

Installation: Plug & play operation with no plumbing needed

Maintenance: Minimal maintenance - Recommended every 12 months

Water Requirement: Use regular mains water only. Do not use distilled or RO water

Sodium Chloride Limit: Must not exceed 500 ppm

Compliance: PED Cat 1 & 2 Module D1, EMC BS EN 61326, PED 2014/68/EU, PD5500:2022, BS2646:2021, PM73 lid locking devices, ISO 9001:2015, CE marked