Steam Control

Steam Control

10th Nov 2026

Biological Indicators for Sterilization Monitoring

STEAM CONTROL

Biological indicator containing Geobacillus stearothermophilus spores for the verification and daily control of steam sterilization cycles in autoclaves.

Product Overview

STEAM CONTROL consists of ampoules containing spores of Geobacillus stearothermophilus. It is designed for the verification and daily control of steam sterilization cycles in steam autoclaves.

Biological indicators provide a microbiological approach to monitoring sterilization processes. They help laboratories and healthcare facilities assess the effectiveness of steam sterilization cycles through the use of bacterial spores.

Product Specifications

Product Name STEAM CONTROL
Catalog Number 1628-IB01361
Pack Size 50 x 4 mL
Biological Indicator Geobacillus stearothermophilus spores
Application Steam sterilization cycle verification and daily control
Dry Ice No
Hazardous No

Applications

STEAM CONTROL is intended for the verification and daily monitoring of steam sterilization cycles in steam autoclaves.

  • Daily control of steam sterilization cycles.
  • Verification of steam autoclave sterilization processes.
  • Microbiological monitoring using Geobacillus stearothermophilus spores.
  • Routine sterilization process quality control in laboratory and healthcare environments.

Production and Quality Control

STEAM CONTROL is produced in accordance with ISO 11138. Quality controls are performed in the CPM BIER vessel.

These production and quality-control procedures support the product's intended use as a biological indicator for monitoring steam sterilization.

Why Use Biological Indicators?

Biological indicators are used to monitor sterilization processes by exposing resistant microorganisms or their spores to the sterilization cycle. The subsequent evaluation helps determine whether the process achieved the intended microbiological inactivation.

Geobacillus stearothermophilus spores are used in biological indicators designed for steam sterilization monitoring. STEAM CONTROL provides an indicator format intended for routine verification of steam autoclave cycles.

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Ordering Information

CAT: 1628-IB01361   |   Size: 50 x 4 mL

24/48H Stock Items & 2 to 6 Weeks non Stock Items.
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For laboratory use. Refer to the manufacturer's instructions for use for detailed handling, incubation, interpretation and storage conditions.