Bowie-Dick Test Card (ISO 11140-5)

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Product type: BD125X/2 Chemical Indicator Bowie‑Dick test pack

Main application: Detects inadequate air removal and steam penetration in vacuum‑assisted steam sterilizers (cycles: 16.9 min at 121 °C, 4 min at 132 °C, 3.5 min at 134 °C)

Key benefit: Reliable verification of steam sterilizer performance with clear, homogeneous color change for easy interpretation and early detection of failures

Technology / differentiator: Type 2 chemical indicator; initial color yellow → final dark brown/black; assembly includes permeable barriers, silicone paper, test sheet, crepe wrap; optional readout with Trazanto automatic traceability system; 100% lead‑free formulation

Compatibility / usage environment: Designed for vacuum‑assisted steam sterilizers; not suitable for gravity displacement cycles; ideal for healthcare, food, pharmaceutical and medical device industries