RapidHeat™ HVHA Sterilizers
Cutting-Edge High-Velocity Hot Air
New High and Low Temperature Sterilization in a Single Unit!
Four cycles means more flexibility:
RapidCycle
High temperature fast sterilization cycle
Three Low-Temperature Cycles
Low Temperature cycles for heat-sensitive instruments
Recognizing the need for low-temperature cycles for heat-sensitive medical devices, CPAC has incorporated universal processing versatility into its RH-Pro11 and RH-Pro9 Sterilizers.
Low-Temperature Cycle Options
CPAC has created low-temperature cycles to process devices/instruments that are known or could potentially become degraded by RapidHeat’s standard High-Temperature cycle of 375°F.
- Three temperature cycles: 320°F (160°C), 300°F (149°C), 280°F (138°C)
- Eliminates heat-sensitive device concerns
- Time/temperature profiles equivalent to steam
- Allows User to validate and Verify 12-Log Kill Sterilization (optional CIR Data Logger accessory needed)
The RapidHeat RH-Pro Advantage
No Dry Cycle
Improves Instrument Turnaround Time and removes the threat of environmental contamination and instrument corrosion from wet instruments.
No Water
Saves Time & Improves Patient Safety – With no water required, the potential for contamination from improperly cleaned water reservoirs is eliminated.
No Extensive Maintenance
There is no costly and time-consuming maintenance – Only a few minutes a week is needed to ensure the safe and effective operation of an RH-Pro Sterilizer.
Low-Temperature Cycle Q&A
Low-Temperature cycles were created to expand the RapidHeat sterilizer’s ability to process instruments at lower temperatures that manufacturers have only validated for steam sterilization.
Yes! Many reusable medical devices are manufactured from inexpensive, temperature-sensitive plastics such as Polypropylene (PP). Traditionally, these instruments have only been compatible with autoclave temperatures.
Selection can be based on the instrument manufacturer’s maximum temperature recommendation. You can also consult with us or use your discretion in choosing the appropriate temperature setting.
Selection can be based on the instrument manufacturer’s maximum temperature recommendation. You can also consult with us or use your discretion in choosing the appropriate temperature setting.
NO, chemical indicators used for steam autoclaves cannot be used for RapidHeat Sterilizers. You must use dry heat chemical indicators that you can purchase from either CPAC or from your authorized dealer. As an alternative you can purchase and use our CIR™ Thermal Sensor in your sterilizer loads to provide independent validation that the time-temperature necessary for sterilization has been achieved.
Yes you can. Steam (autoclave) pouches are designed for up to 320°F., therefore you can use them in all 3 of our low temperature cycles. Just don’t rely on the color change of a chemical indicator that has been imprinted on the pouch – instead use dry heat chemical indicators or our optional CIR Thermal Sensor.
