Description
The Crosstex 8" Steam Indicator Strip is an indicator strip built for sterilization cycles and pack preparation, with clear color change. When the sterile processing area gets busy, small frustrations with supplies add up fast. This indicator strip keeps the routine simple, so the team works with a calmer, steadier pace. Sterile processing teams use this indicator strip during sterilization cycles, where clear color change matters at every use.
- Clear Color Change – The color shift reads at a glance, so checks take seconds, keeps the routine moving.
- Perforated for Smaller Packs – Tears in half at the perforation, so one strip size serves large and small packs, supports consistent, repeatable results.
- Laminated Option – A laminated format is on offer for packs that call for it, cuts down on rework.
- ISO 11140-1 Type 4 – Built to the stated standard, so audits and checks stay straightforward, keeps verification simple.
- Case-Ready Packaging – Supplied 250 per box, keeps shelves stocked and turnover simpler.
Sterilization Indicator for Sterilization Cycles and Pack Preparation
The Crosstex indicator strip supports sterile processing teams through pack preparation and sterilization cycles, keeping reliable supplies within reach. Meets the ISO 11140-1 Type 4 standard. Choose from 2 size options, including 8" Steam Indicator Strip – Type 4 Laminated and 8" Steam Indicator Strip – Type 4, so the right fit is always on hand. The result is a steadier routine with fewer interruptions and a setup the whole team trusts.
Features and Benefits
Consistent, Readable Results
- Clear Color Change – Color transition from blue to dark.
Ease of Use
- Perforated for Smaller Packs – 8" strips can be used for larger packs or torn in half at perforation for smaller packs.
Indicator Strip Design
- Laminated Option – Laminated option available (SIL-250-L).
Standards and Compliance
- ISO 11140-1 Type 4 – ISO 11140-1 Type 4 Compliant.
Product Specifications
Indicator Strip Details
- Brand: Crosstex
- Product Type: Indicator Strip
- Category: Instrument Trays & Sterilization
Size and Dimensions
- Size: 8" x 0.625" (20.3 x 1.6 cm)
Technical Details
- Indicator Strip Dimensions: 203 mm x 16 mm (8" x 0.625")
- Packaging: 250 Indicators/Box
- Shelf Life: 36 months from date of manufacture
- Storage Conditions: Controlled room temperature
Packaging and Options
- Quantity Per Pack: 250/Box
- Size Options: 8" Steam Indicator Strip – Type 4 Laminated and 8" Steam Indicator Strip – Type 4
- Number of Options: 2
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Why Sterile Processing Teams Choose Crosstex Indicator Strips
Generic indicator strips ask the team to compromise. The Crosstex design focuses on the details sterile processing teams notice at every use. That focus brings a calmer, more confident routine in the sterile processing area, with supplies that behave the same way on the first use and the last.
- Distinctive Perforated for Smaller Packs – Splits to half size when a pack is small, so nothing goes to waste.
- Results That Read Clearly – Results show clearly, so the team reads them without guesswork, makes the routine feel simpler.
- Dependable Indicator Strip Performance – Choose the laminated format when the routine calls for it, gives the whole team peace of mind.
- Stock-Ready Case Counts – Pack counts of 250 per box keep reordering predictable, so shelves stay ready, adds confidence to every cycle.
- A Focused Size Range – 2 size options cover the cases the team sees most, so one product line handles the full routine, keeps results consistent day after day.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this indicator strip used for?
Its main job is sterilization cycles. It comes in 2 size options.
What size options does this indicator strip come in?
It comes in 2 options: 8" Steam Indicator Strip – Type 4 Laminated and 8" Steam Indicator Strip – Type 4.
How is this indicator strip packaged?
It comes in a box of 250. The format suits standard stocking routines.
What size is this indicator strip?
It measures 8 by 0.625 inches.
What standards does this indicator strip meet?
It meets ISO 11140-1 Type 4.
What is the shelf life of this indicator strip?
It is rated for 36 months from the date of manufacture.
How should this indicator strip be stored?
Store it at controlled room temperature.
