Disinfection and sterilization indicator tape is a kind of tape that can judge whether an article has been disinfected by color change, and its surface indicates that the ink changes in a specific color during sterilization, thus intuitively reflecting the sterilization state of the article. This product is suitable for high-pressure steam, ethylene oxide, plasma and other sterilization methods, mainly used in medical and other fields.
According to different sterilization methods, the products are divided into three categories:
- Pressure Steam: Changes from yellow to black (121ºC for 20 mins or 132ºC~134ºC for 4~6 mins).
- Ethylene Oxide (EO): Changes from red to green (specific concentration/temp/humidity for 3 hours).
- Plasma: Changes from grass green to beige or yellow (45ºC~55ºC for 25 minutes).
Its base material is medical textured paper, and the ink formula is customized for different sterilization methods. When it is used, it is pasted on the surface of the article, and the completion of the process is verified by standard color change after sterilization. Medical disinfection and sterilization indicator tape is a one-step sterilization process indicator product.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does the sterilization indicator tape work?
The tape uses specialized indicator ink that changes to a specific color when exposed to sterilization conditions (temperature, chemicals, or plasma), providing a visual confirmation that the item has been processed.
2. What are the color changes for steam sterilization?
For pressure steam sterilization, the indicator color typically changes from yellow to black after being treated at 121ºC for 20 minutes or 132ºC~134ºC for 4~6 minutes.
3. What color does the EO sterilization tape turn?
Ethylene Oxide (EO) sterilization indicator tape changes its color from red to green after being processed for 3 hours under specific concentration and humidity levels.
4. Can this tape be used for plasma sterilization?
Yes, there is a specific category for plasma sterilization where the indicator block changes from grass green to beige or yellow after treatment at 45ºC~55ºC for 25 minutes.
5. What is the base material of the medical indicator tape?
The tape is made from medical-grade textured paper, designed to withstand sterilization environments while adhering securely to medical packages.
6. Is the color change permanent?
Yes, the color change is designed to be a stable, one-step process indicator to record the sterilization status of the medical supplies.
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