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Description

The Bowie-Dick Test Pack Comply Steam 4 Min is designed for monitoring the effectiveness of pre-vacuum steam sterilizers in detecting air removal and steam penetration. The pack incorporates an early warning feature that enables scheduled sterilizer maintenance and helps prevent unexpected operational failures. Its design ensures reliable evaluation of sterilizer performance, supporting consistent compliance with established sterilization standards.

The test pack employs lead-free ink chemistry, providing a safe and environmentally responsible method for identifying sterilization failures. The indicator sheet is easy to read, displaying a clear color change from yellow to dark when sterilization conditions are properly achieved. Results can be documented and filed for record keeping, supporting quality assurance and regulatory compliance.

Equivalent in function to the Bowie-Dick Towel Pack cited by AAMI, this test pack delivers standardized performance. Sterilization is achieved by running the sterilizer for 3.5 minutes at 132–134°C (270–273°F). If timer increments require rounding to full minutes, a four-minute cycle may be used; processing beyond four minutes invalidates results. This ensures consistent monitoring and verification of sterilizer efficiency.