Wet Sterilization
Astell Scientific autoclaves offer a wide range of capacities and configurations to support diverse laboratory, research, and industrial sterilization needs. Designed for reliable performance, they combine flexible chamber options with advanced control systems.
Autoclaves & Sterilizers
Astell Scientific autoclaves are designed to support a wide spectrum of laboratory, research, healthcare, and industrial sterilization workflows. With capacities ranging from compact benchtop systems to large-scale installations, they deliver flexible, scalable, and reliable solutions for facilities with varying throughput, spatial constraints, and operational demands.
Built with a strong emphasis on high-quality engineering and robust construction, Astell autoclaves incorporate advanced control platforms and durable materials to ensure consistent, repeatable performance in demanding environments. Their modular design philosophy enables precise system configuration, supporting long-term stable operation and future-proof expansion.
AMB Ecofill Benchtop Autoclave (33 to 63 Litres)
The Astell AMB Ecofill Benchtop Autoclave is designed to deliver efficient, low-consumption, and reliable sterilization for laboratories requiring compact, self-contained solutions. By integrating the Ecofill water management system, it significantly reduces water, energy, and cycle time compared to conventional benchtop autoclaves. Intelligent control software and minimal steam generation requirements further enhance operational efficiency. Its plug-and-play design eliminates the need for fixed water or drainage connections, allowing flexible installation in a wide range of laboratory environments. The system is optimized for high daily use, maintaining consistent performance across consecutive cycles.
Features
☑️ Ecofill water reservoir system for reduced water and energy consumption
☑️ High-quality 316 stainless steel electropolished chamber
☑️ Choice of 33, 43, or 63 litre chamber capacities
☑️ Fully automated 5.7″ colour touchscreen controller
☑️ Five pre-programmed cycles with up to 50 programmable options
☑️ Optimised low water and power consumption design
☑️ Plug-and-play operation with no plumbing required
☑️ Operates from standard domestic electrical supply
☑️ Temperature range from 100°C to 138°C
☑️ Reliable cooling lock and over-temperature protection
☑️ USB interface for data download and cycle records
☑️ Validation and calibration options available
☑️ Self-contained design for simple installation and use
Models
➤ AMB220 Ecofill Benchtop Autoclave – 33 Litres
➤ AMB230 Ecofill Benchtop Autoclave – 43 Litres
➤ AMB240 Ecofill Benchtop Autoclave – 63 Litres
120 – 344 Litre Front Loading Autoclave
The Astell front loading autoclave (120–344 litres) is designed to deliver flexible and reliable sterilization for laboratories and industrial applications requiring larger chamber volumes. Its Swiftlock design allows easy access and handling, providing efficient loading and unloading compared to smaller top-loading systems. A range of chamber sizes, combined with optional integral steam generators, heated jackets, and vacuum or cooling configurations, ensures high-quality performance tailored to diverse sterilization requirements. Fully programmable touchscreen control and advanced safety features make this system automated, user-friendly, and capable of maintaining consistent results in demanding workflows.
Features
☑️ High-quality 316 stainless steel electropolished chamber
☑️ Choice of 120, 153, 247, 290, or 344 litre capacities
☑️ Fully programmable 5.7″ colour touchscreen controller
☑️ Reliable Swiftlock front loading design
☑️ Optional integral steam generators and heated jackets
☑️ Simple or advanced vacuum options
☑️ Choice of cooling options
☑️ Calibration and validation available
☑️ FDA 21 CFR part 11 software option
☑️ External pressure gauge and cooling lock
☑️ Five password levels for user control
☑️ Holdwarm / delayed start feature
☑️ Optimised low water and power consumption
☑️ Timed/pulsed free steaming
☑️ Over-temperature protection and standard Astell safety features
☑️ USB interface for controller data download
Models
➤ ASB260 – 120 litres (heaters in chamber)
➤ ASB270 – 153 litres (heaters in chamber)
➤ ASB280 – 247 litres (heaters in chamber)
➤ ASB290 – 290 litres (heaters in chamber)
➤ ASB300 – 344 litres (heaters in chamber)
120 – 344 Litre Sliding Door Circular Chamber Autoclave
The Astell sliding door circular chamber autoclave (120–344 litres) is designed for flexible and efficient sterilization while minimizing operational floor space. Its circular sliding door can be configured for manual or automatic operation, providing user-friendly loading access and accommodating diverse laboratory or industrial loads. A wide range of chamber sizes and optional features—including integral steam generators, heated jackets, and vacuum or cooling configurations—ensures high-quality, consistent performance for demanding sterilization workflows. Fully programmable touchscreen controls, advanced safety systems, and optimised water and energy usage make this autoclave reliable, automated, and adaptable to various operational requirements.
Features
☑️ High-quality 316 stainless steel electropolished chamber
☑️ Choice of 120, 153, 247, 290, or 344 litres capacities
☑️ Fully programmable 5.7″ colour touchscreen controller
☑️ Automatic or manual sliding door operation
☑️ Optional integral steam generators and heated jackets
☑️ Simple or advanced vacuum options
☑️ Choice of cooling options
☑️ Calibration and validation available
☑️ FDA 21 CFR part 11 software option
☑️ External pressure gauge and cooling lock
☑️ Five password levels for user control
☑️ Holdwarm / delayed start feature
☑️ Optimised low water and power consumption
☑️ Timed/pulsed free steaming
☑️ Over-temperature protection and standard Astell safety features
☑️ USB interface for controller data download
Models
➤ MNS120C – 120 litres (heaters in chamber)
➤ MNS153C – 153 litres (heaters in chamber)
➤ MNS247C – 247 litres (heaters in chamber)
➤ MNS290C – 290 litres (heaters in chamber)
➤ MNS344C – 344 litres (heaters in chamber)
AMA Compact Ecofill Toploading Autoclave (63 Litres)
The Astell AMA Compact Ecofill Toploading Autoclave delivers efficient, resource-saving, and reliable vertical sterilization for laboratories requiring compact and portable solutions. Its Ecofill system stores water in an external reservoir, reducing water and energy consumption while allowing up to 15 cycles before refilling. This design also accelerates cycle times, improves portability, and minimizes manual labor compared to conventional toploading autoclaves. Fully programmable touchscreen controls, advanced safety features, and plug-and-play operation make the AMA Compact Ecofill ideal for liquids, instruments, glassware, and laboratory plastics across research, healthcare, food, and industrial applications.
Features
☑️ High-quality 316 stainless steel electropolished chamber
☑️ Base shelf within the chamber
☑️ Fully programmable 5.7″ colour touchscreen controller
☑️ Castor-mounted for portable relocation
☑️ Fill tank for Ecofill water reservoir
☑️ Five pre-programmed cycles with up to 50 programmable options
☑️ Calibration and validation available
☑️ FDA 21 CFR part 11 software option
☑️ Fast-action door closure mechanism and cooling lock
☑️ Five password levels for user control
☑️ Holdwarm / delayed start feature
☑️ No mains water supply or drain necessary
☑️ Optimised low water and power consumption
☑️ Timed/pulsed free steaming
☑️ Over-temperature protection and standard Astell safety features
☑️ Self-contained plug-and-play design
☑️ Temperature range 100°C to 138°C
☑️ USB interface for controller data download
☑️ Validation port included
Models
➤ AMA240 Compact Ecofill Toploading Autoclave – 63 Litres
Duaclave Dual Chamber Autoclave (33–63 & 120–153 Litres)
The Astell Duaclave Dual Chamber Autoclave is designed for space-efficient, reliable, and high-performance sterilization where laboratory floor or bench space is at a premium. Featuring two independent chambers stacked vertically within a single frame, each chamber operates fully independently, allowing simultaneous processing of different loads. Available in smaller 33–63 litre chambers and larger 120–153 litre chambers, the Duaclave delivers efficient, plug-and-play sterilization with full touchscreen control, minimal water and energy consumption, and advanced safety features. Ideal for laboratories, research facilities, and industrial applications, it ensures consistent, high-quality results in a compact footprint.
Features
☑️ Dual independent chambers stacked within a single frame
☑️ High-quality 316 stainless steel electropolished chambers
☑️ Base shelf in each chamber
☑️ Fully programmable 5.7″ colour touchscreen controller
☑️ Heaters located in the base of each chamber
☑️ Water added directly to each chamber with automated level guidance
☑️ Five pre-programmed cycles with up to 50 programmable options
☑️ Calibration and validation available
☑️ FDA 21 CFR part 11 software option
☑️ Fast-action Swiftlock door closure mechanism and cooling lock
☑️ Five password levels for user control
☑️ Holdwarm / delayed start feature
☑️ Optimised low water and power consumption
☑️ Timed/pulsed free steaming
☑️ Over-temperature protection and standard Astell safety features
☑️ Temperature range 100°C to 138°C
☑️ Validation port included
Models
➤ AMB420DV – 33L (x2) litres
➤ AMB430DV – 43L (x2) litres
➤ AMB440DV – 63L (x2) litres
➤ ASB260DV – 120L (x2) litres
➤ ASB270DV – 153L (x2) litres
SQUARE Autoclaves (125–1,400 Litres)
The square chamber maximizes usable space and accommodates bulky or awkward loads. The range includes four distinct sub-types:
SQUARE ECO (125–360 L): Simple, economic autoclaves with manual doors, Autofill/Autodrain, and 16kW heaters. Ideal for research-grade sterilization of instruments, glassware, liquids, and waste at a fraction of the cost.
SQUARE (125–735 L): Fully customizable with manual or automatic doors, vacuum options, heated jackets, and cooling configurations. The most popular range for laboratories requiring flexibility and high usability.
SQUARE MAX (600–1,400 L): High-capacity autoclaves for high-throughput or bulky loads, featuring automatic sideways-opening doors, integrated high-capacity steam generators, and optional accessories for demanding sterilization workflows.
Double Door SQUARE (250–1,200 L): Pass-through autoclaves for high-containment (CL-3 / BSL-3) or cleanroom environments, enabling sterilized loads to be removed directly into controlled areas. Fully customizable with optional vacuum, heated jackets, and cooling.
This consolidated design philosophy ensures that all SQUARE autoclaves deliver reliable, efficient, and high-quality sterilization while allowing users to select the configuration best suited to their space, throughput, and operational requirements.
Features
☑️ High-quality 316 stainless steel electropolished chamber
☑️ Fully programmable 5.7″ colour touchscreen controller
☑️ Calibration and validation available
☑️ FDA 21 CFR part 11 software option
☑️ Cooling lock and over-temperature protection
☑️ Timed/pulsed free steaming
☑️ Optimised low water and power consumption
☑️ Validation port included
☑️ Standard Astell safety features
☑️ Manual or automatic door operation depending on model
☑️ Autofill and Autodrain on ECO and standard SQUARE models
☑️ Integrated high-capacity steam generator on MAX and Double Door models
☑️ Full range of optional accessories (vacuum, heated jackets, cooling)
☑️ USB interface for controller data download (where applicable)
Models
SQUARE ECO (125–360 L)
➤ MNS125E – 125 litres
➤ MNS216E – 216 litres
➤ MNS250E – 250 litres
➤ MNS360E – 360 litres
Models
SQUARE (125–735 L)
➤ AVS125 – 125 litres
➤ AVS216 – 216 litres
➤ AVS250 – 250 litres
➤ AVS360 – 360 litres
➤ AVS490 – 490 litres
➤ AVS612 – 612 litres
➤ AVS735 – 735 litres
Models
SQUARE MAX (600–1,400 L)
➤ SVS600 – 600 litres
➤ SVS875 – 875 litres
➤ SVS1050 – 1050 litres
➤ SVS1200 – 1200 litres
➤ SVS1400 – 1400 litres
Models
Double Door SQUARE (250–1,200 L)
➤ AVD250 – 250 litres
➤ AVD360 – 360 litres
➤ AVD490 – 490 litres
➤ AVD875 – 875 litres
➤ AVD1200 – 1200 litres
Stand Alone Steam Generators (24kW–72kW)
The Astell Stand Alone Steam Generator range is designed to provide reliable, instant, and high-performance steam supply for autoclaves, effluent decontamination systems, and laboratory equipment requiring short, high peak steam demand. Developed specifically for laboratory and research environments, these electrically heated systems deliver rapid steam generation with fast recovery, making them ideal for sterilization processes and thermal support applications.
The range includes two power classes to suit different operational scales. The 24kW–48kW Compact Steam Generators are optimized for smaller to medium laboratory systems, offering a space-saving solution with low standby power consumption. The 72kW Steam Generator is Astell’s most powerful stand-alone unit, designed for high-throughput facilities and demanding applications across pharmaceutical, medical, food and beverage, and bioengineering environments. Both configurations are engineered for efficient, stable, and easy-to-maintain operation, supporting equipment such as media preparators, bioreactors, fermenters, and laboratory sterilizers.
Features
☑️ High-quality electrically heated steam generation
☑️ Fully programmable 5.7″ colour touchscreen controller
☑️ Reliable instant steam delivery for high peak demand
☑️ Optimised low water and power consumption
☑️ Low power standby mode
☑️ Integrated fill tank with float switch level control
☑️ Graphical display of water level and steam pressure
☑️ Low water alarm and pressure monitoring
☑️ Programmable working pressure
☑️ Pressure vessel status indication
☑️ Pump status monitoring
☑️ Time and date display
☑️ Optional sight glass
☑️ Optional stainless steel panelwork
☑️ Easy maintenance and service access
Models
Compact Stand Alone Steam Generators
➤ STG024 – 24kW
➤ STG048 – 48kW
High-Capacity Stand Alone Steam Generator
➤ STG072 – 72kW
Batch Effluent Decontamination System
The Astell Batch Effluent Decontamination System is engineered for reliable, high-containment treatment of aqueous liquid waste generated in BSL-3 / CL-3 laboratory environments. Designed as a highly configurable solution, the system typically incorporates a sterilization tank with one or more holding tanks operating in a run-standby configuration, allowing uninterrupted effluent collection during active sterilization cycles. Built to order and supported by comprehensive consultancy and project management, the Astell EDS ensures safe, controlled, and validated decontamination of laboratory effluent from sinks, washrooms, sterilizers, and cleaning facilities within enclosed containment areas.
Features
☑️ High-quality batch-based effluent sterilization for BSL-3 / CL-3 facilities
☑️ Reliable run-standby tank configuration for continuous effluent collection
☑️ Fully configurable system design built to project requirements
☑️ Suitable for laboratory, washroom, sanitary, and sterilizer effluent
☑️ Fully programmable 5.7″ colour touchscreen controller
☑️ Password-protected control system with manual override
☑️ External pressure gauge and pump status monitoring
☑️ Over-temperature protection
☑️ Full range of optional accessories and system integrations
☑️ Safe and controlled automated sterilization process
Models
➤ EDS350 – 350 litre sterilization tank
➤ EDS500 – 500 litre sterilization tank
➤ EDS750 – 750 litre sterilization tank
➤ EDS1000 – 1000 litre sterilization tank
➤ EDS1500 – 1500 litre sterilization tank
