Description
The CST-301 Instrument Lubricant Concentrate is a water emulsible manual lubricant formulated to extend the working life of surgical instruments. Diluted one part concentrate to six parts water, it builds a lubricant bath that leaves a protective micro-film on every instrument it touches.
- Protective micro-film – Leaves a micro-film that helps protect surgical instruments against rust and corrosion
- Frees up box locks – Lubricates the moving parts of surgical instruments so hinges work freely
- One to six dilution – One gallon of concentrate makes seven gallons of lubricant bath
- Gentle formula – Formulated with gentle, non-aggressive ingredients for daily instrument care
About This CST-301 Lubricant Concentrate
CST-301 replaces the traditional milk bath with a measurable concentrate, shaken before each use and diluted one part to six parts water in a tray. Instruments soak in the bath for 30 seconds, are removed and left to drain, and then follow the normal sterilization process. Depending on water quality and the volume of instruments processed, a prepared bath lasts up to 14 days, and covering the tray between uses keeps air away from the solution. Anti-corrosive agents in the formula fight corrosion while the micro-film prolongs instrument life cycle after cycle. The lubricant is not a sterilant, and instruments must be autoclaved following treatment, exactly as with any lubricant bath step. It is sold as listed in a 1 gallon size with a pump dispenser, case of four, or a 5 gallon size sold individually.
Features and Benefits
Instrument Protection
- Anti-corrosive agents – The formula fights corrosion on stainless steel surgical instruments
- Micro-film barrier – Each bath leaves a protective micro-film that prolongs instrument life
Daily Workflow
- Thirty second soak – A half minute immersion fits the lubricant step into a busy reprocessing line
- Long bath life – A prepared bath lasts up to 14 days depending on water quality and instrument volume
Product Specifications
Product Details
- Manufacturer Part Number: CST-301
- Product Type: Instrument lubricant concentrate for manual bath use
- Form: Water emulsible liquid concentrate
- Dilution: 1 part concentrate to 6 parts water (1:6)
Use and Packaging
- Soak Time: 30 seconds, then remove, drain and sterilize
- Yield: One gallon of concentrate makes 7 gallons of lubricant bath
- Package Options: 1 Gallon with Pump Dispenser, Case of 4, or 5 Gallon, Each
- Important Note: Not a sterilant, instruments must be autoclaved following treatment
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Why Choose This CST-301 Lubricant Concentrate
Lubrication is the cheapest instrument insurance a department buys, and CST-301 makes the dose exact instead of estimated. A one to six dilution with a 30 second soak gives staff a repeatable step, and the pump dispenser on the gallon keeps measuring clean. Instruments come out of the bath moving freely and carrying protection into the sterilizer.
- Longer instrument life – The protective micro-film and anti-corrosive agents slow the rust and corrosion that retire instruments early
- Hinges that keep working – Box locks and moving parts are lubricated every cycle, so instruments open and close the way they should
- Predictable bath cost – A fixed dilution and up to 14 days of bath life make lubricant spending easy to forecast
- Cleaner measuring – The pump dispenser on the gallon size portions concentrate without glugs or spills
Frequently Asked Questions
How is CST-301 mixed and used?
Shake the container before each use, then dilute one part concentrate to six parts water in a tray and mix well. Soak instruments for 30 seconds, remove them, let them drain, and follow with sterilization.
How long does a prepared bath last?
The diluted lubricant bath lasts up to 14 days depending on water quality. High instrument volume may require replacing the bath more often, and the tray should be kept covered to keep air away from the bath when not in use.
Does CST-301 sterilize instruments?
No. CST-301 is a lubricant, not a sterilant, and the label states that instruments must be autoclaved following treatment. It protects and lubricates instruments as one step in the normal reprocessing sequence.
Which package options does this listing offer?
Two configurations are offered, the 1 gallon size with one pump dispenser sold as a case of four, and the 5 gallon size sold individually. Both are the same CST-301 concentrate at the same one to six dilution.
What does the lubricant do for box locks?
CST-301 lubricates and protects box locks and other moving parts of surgical instruments. Regular bathing keeps those joints working freely instead of stiffening or freezing over time.
