Description
EDM3 EZTest Steam Biological Indicators are self-contained plastic vial biological indicators carrying Geobacillus stearothermophilus spores for monitoring steam sterilization cycles from 121 to 135 degrees C. The vials fit the incubators currently on the market, including 3M Attest incubators, and the manufacturer lists them as replacements for the 3M Attest 1261, 1261P, 1262 and 1262P.
- 24 Hour Results - processed vials read after 24 hours of incubation
- Fits Existing Incubators - sized for incubators currently on the market, including 3M Attest models
- Attest Cross-Reference - listed as a replacement for 3M Attest 1261, 1261P, 1262 and 1262P
Steam sterilizers need a biological check, not just a chemical strip, and these vials are the in-office way to run one. Each plastic vial carries a liquid culture of Geobacillus stearothermophilus, the spore organism used to challenge steam cycles. The vials are intended for monitoring steam cycles from 121 to 135 degrees C, and the manufacturer recommends in-office testing at least weekly. After the cycle, the vial is incubated and the result is available in 24 hours. Because the vials fit incubators currently on the market, including 3M Attest incubators, a practice can change indicator supply without changing hardware. Boxes come in 25 and 100 vial counts, priced per box.
Features and Benefits
Biological Challenge
- Geobacillus stearothermophilus - liquid spore culture in a self-contained plastic vial
- Steam range - intended for steam sterilization cycles from 121 to 135 degrees C
Compatibility
- Incubator fit - fits incubators currently on the market, including 3M Attest incubators
- Cross-reference - replaces 3M Attest 1261, 1261P, 1262 and 1262P
Product Specifications
Product Details
- Manufacturer - EDM3
- Product Type - Biological Indicator, Steam
- Organism - Geobacillus stearothermophilus
- Cycle Range - 121 to 135 degrees C
- Incubation Result - 24 hours
- Package - 25 or 100 per Box
Browse related products in Instrument Trays & Sterilization or shop the full EDM3 line.
Why Choose the EDM3 EZTest Steam Biological Indicators?
Biological monitoring is the strongest routine check a steam sterilizer gets. These vials keep that check in-office with a 24 hour read, and they drop into the incubator the practice already owns.
- A real biological challenge - spore-based vials test the cycle itself, not just its temperature tape - stronger sterilizer assurance than chemical indicators alone
- No new hardware - the vials fit incubators already on the market - a supply change without an equipment purchase
- Weekly routine - box counts of 25 and 100 map to a weekly testing cadence - monitoring stock that matches the schedule
Frequently Asked Questions
What organism do the vials contain?
Each vial contains a liquid culture of Geobacillus stearothermophilus spores. That organism is the standard biological challenge for steam sterilization monitoring.
What cycle temperatures are covered?
The vials are intended for monitoring steam sterilization cycles from 121 to 135 degrees C. Run them in the cycle type your sterilizer uses.
How long until a result?
After the cycle and incubation, results are available in 24 hours. The manufacturer recommends in-office testing at least weekly.
Will the vials fit my incubator?
The manufacturer states the vials fit incubators currently on the market, including 3M Attest incubators, and lists the vials as replacements for the 3M Attest 1261, 1261P, 1262 and 1262P. The matching EDM3 incubator is also sold on this store.
How many vials are in a box?
Boxes hold 25 vials (item 3917) or 100 vials (item 3918). Pricing is per box.
