Description
Micro-Scientific Opti-Cide3 Instrument Soak is a ready-to-use instrument soak built on the Opti-Cide3 disinfectant formula with a rust inhibitor added for metal instruments. It holds and disinfects soiled instruments between use and reprocessing, so bioburden does not dry on hinges and box locks. The gallon size is sold four to a case for central sterile and clinic soak stations.
- Disinfects while it soaks – Opti-Cide3 chemistry works on instruments during the holding period
- Rust inhibitor built in – protects stainless steel and other metals during extended soaks
- Ready to use – pour straight into the soak tray with no dilution
- Case of 4 gallons – stocks soak stations in sterile processing and clinics
Opti-Cide3 Instrument Soak That Protects Metal While It Works
Instruments that sit in plain water or dry out after a procedure get harder to clean and easier to damage. This soak keeps them immersed in a disinfecting solution from the moment they leave the field until reprocessing begins. The Opti-Cide3 base disinfects the load while the rust inhibitor guards hinges, ratchets and cutting edges against corrosion during longer holds. Because the solution is ready to use, there is no concentrate to measure at the sink and no variation between staff members. It suits stainless steel instruments and the other hard, non-porous surfaces listed for the Opti-Cide3 family. Gallon bottles in a case of four keep a steady supply at the decontamination sink without tying up storage.
Features and Benefits
Instrument Protection
- Rust inhibitor – added corrosion protection for metal instruments during soaking
- Keeps bioburden moist – prevents soil from drying onto hinges and box locks
- Disinfecting soak – Opti-Cide3 chemistry disinfects while instruments are held
Reprocessing Workflow
- Ready to use – no dilution or activation at the sink
- Gallon format – fills standard soak trays and holding containers
- Case of 4 – steady supply for busy decontamination areas
Product Specifications
Product Details
- Product type – Ready-to-use disinfectant instrument soak with rust inhibitor
- Base chemistry – Opti-Cide3 disinfectant formula
- EPA registration – EPA Reg. No. 70144-1
- Shipping note – HAZMAT product, ground transportation only per the supplier listing, with some territory restrictions
Packaging & Model Information
- SKU OCP04-128RI – supplied as cs
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Why Choose the Opti-Cide3 Instrument Soak?
A holding soak should do more than keep instruments wet, and this one disinfects and protects metal at the same time. Departments that already standardize on Opti-Cide3 gain a soak that matches the rest of their chemistry.
- Less corrosion damage – the rust inhibitor guards expensive instruments during holds
- Easier downstream cleaning – soil stays soft instead of drying onto the instrument
- One chemistry family – matches the Opti-Cide3 surface products used in the same facility
- No sink-side mixing – ready-to-use gallons pour straight into the tray
Manuals and Troubleshooting Guides
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the rust inhibitor do?
It protects metal instruments against corrosion while they sit in the soak, which matters when instruments are held for longer periods before reprocessing.
Is the soak ready to use?
Yes, pour it directly into the soak tray or holding container with no dilution.
What shipping limits apply to the soak?
The supplier flags the soak as HAZMAT, ground transportation only, and delivery is not offered to every territory.
How many gallons come in a case?
The case contains 4 one-gallon bottles.
Does soaking replace cleaning and sterilization?
No, soaking is a holding and disinfecting step before cleaning, and instruments still go through the full cleaning and sterilization process afterward.
