Process Challenge Device
20min Steam Test Pack PCD Kit (with one point integrator)
Steam Test Pack PCD Kit. Process Challenge Device for Steam sterilization processes, with self-adhesive Type 5 Indicator and Bionova® Ultra Rapid Self-contained Biological Indicator BT224 plus Bionova® BT224 Biological Indicators Positive Control.
SKU: KPCD224-2
Category: Process Challenge Device
Brand: Bionova
Description
Product type
KPCD224‑2 Steam Test Pack Kit — Process Challenge Device (PCD) for steam sterilization
Main application
Routine release of steam‑sterilized loads, especially implants; routine sterilizer monitoring; periodic validation after installation, repair, or relocation
Key benefit
Detects inadequate air removal and steam penetration in pre‑vacuum and gravity displacement autoclaves (132–135 °C), ensuring reliable sterilization of critical loads
Technology / differentiato
- PCD224‑2 porous card system containing: - Bionova® BT224 Ultra Rapid SCBI (≥10⁶ Geobacillus stearothermophilus ATCC 7953 spores per vial) - PCDBI‑2‑RC Type 5 Chemical Integrator (ISO 11140‑1:2014) with self‑adhesive Record Card for documentation - External Process Indicator (Type 1): blue → dark grey/black - Chemical Integrator: purple → green, calibrated against kill time of G. stearothermophilus spores in BIER resistometer - SCBI label with steam‑reactive ink: pink → brown - Designed under ISO 13485:2016, ISO 11140‑1:2014, ISO 11138‑1:2017, ISO 11138‑3:2017, ANSI/AAMI ST79 standards - Authorized by ANMAT (PM 1614‑4) - 100% toxic heavy‑metal free formulation
Compatibility / usage environment
For steam sterilization only; suitable for healthcare, food, pharmaceutical, and medical industries