Bowie-Dick Test Pack (ISO 11140-4)

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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; validated for cycles of 16.9 min at 121 °C, 4 min at 132 °C, and 3.5 min at 134 °C

Key benefit: Provides clear, reliable color change (yellow → dark brown/black) across the test sheet, ensuring early detection of air removal or steam quality problems

Technology / differentiator: Type 2 chemical indicator (ISO 11140‑1, ISO 11140‑4); equivalent to Bowie‑Dick towel pack performance; eco‑friendly 100% lead‑free formulation; compatible with Trazanto® Automatic Quality Control and Traceability System for optional digital readout

Compatibility / usage environment: Designed exclusively for vacuum‑assisted steam sterilization; not suitable for gravity displacement steam cycles, EO, dry heat, or radiation; ideal for healthcare, food, pharmaceutical and medical device industries