Vacuset/Vacubottle FAQ

Vacuset:

Are the Vacuset Handpiece and Adapters autoclavable?

Yes, the entire Vacuset system is autoclavable.

Is the Vacuset System compatible with all chemicals?

Long-term use with certain chemicals may cause damage to the Vacuset and adapters. Avoid prolonged contact (days or weeks) with concentrated inorganic acids, sodium hypochlorite, concentrated aldehydes, methylene chloride, and other halogenated hydrocarbons.

What Adapters are available?

IV-505	1-channel Adapter w/ 40mm stainless steel tip
IV-522	1-channel Adapter with 150mm stainless steel tip
IV-524	1-channel Adapter with 280mm stainless steel tip
IV-503	1-channel Adapter for yellow pipette tips, without Ejector
IV-404	1-channel Adapter for yellow pipette tips, with Tip Ejector
IV-504	Adapter for Pasteur pipettes and 2.0 ml pipettes
IV-525	4-channel Adapter w/ stainless steel tips for 24-well plates
IV-525-A	4-channel Adapter with 150mm stainless steel tips
IV-502	8-channel Adapter w/ stainless steel tips for 96-well plates
IV-520	8-channel Adapter for yellow pipette tips, with Tip Ejector

Vacubottle:

Is the VacuBottle autoclavable?

The VacuBottle, tubing and fittings are autoclavable. The bleed valve on the VacuBottle Lid must be opened before autoclaving.

How long can the VacuBottle be autoclaved?

Autoclave the VacuBottle for 15-30 minutes at a temperature no greater than 124°C.

What is the pressure the VacuBottle can withstand?

The VacuBottle can withstand 2.0 ATM

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