Autoclaves

Explore a wide range of premium-quality autoclaves available at Gem Scientific today and discover instruments for every application and requirement. Suitable for laboratory sterilisation applications, autoclaves from our collection ensure processes are made safer, easier, accurate and reproducible. Plus, with a wide selection of autoclaves available online now, including compact, front-loading and benchtop autoclaves, you are guaranteed to find the perfect tool to suit your application. Our autoclaves are from some of the most renowned manufacturers in the industry today, including Priorclave and Prestige Medical.

  • Front Loading Autoclaves
    Front Loading Autoclaves

    Discover a premium selection of front-loading autoclaves at Gem Scientific, designed to deliver reliable, high-capacity sterilisation for a wide range of laboratory applications. Offering easy access and straightforward loading, front-loading autoclaves are ideal for processing larger volumes or bulkier items with efficiency and precision. Engineered for consistent performance, these units ensure accurate, reproducible results across every cycle, helping to streamline workflows and support high standards of safety and compliance. With models available from leading manufacturers such as Priorclave, you can trust in the quality and durability of every unit.

  • Benchtop Autoclaves
    Benchtop Autoclaves

    Benchtop autoclaves are compact sterilisation units designed for environments where space is limited but effective decontamination is essential. These small-scale autoclaves use high-pressure steam to thoroughly sterilise tools, equipment, and materials, making them ideal for a wide range of applications in laboratories, research facilities, and industrial settings. With user-friendly controls, fast cycle options, and robust safety mechanisms, benchtop autoclaves deliver reliable performance and consistent results.

  • Portable Autoclaves
    Portable Autoclaves

    Portable autoclaves offer a compact and efficient solution for sterilisation needs in environments where space and mobility are priorities. Designed for easy transport and quick setup, these units provide powerful steam sterilisation in a small footprint, making them ideal for mobile laboratories, fieldwork, or any setting with limited space. Despite their size, portable autoclaves deliver reliable, thorough sterilisation cycles for instruments, glassware, and other essential equipment. Equipped with intuitive controls and built for durability, they ensure consistent, safe results wherever sterilisation is required, combining convenience with professional-grade performance.

  • Top Loading Autoclaves
    Top Loading Autoclaves

    Discover the versatility and performance of top-loading autoclaves at Gem Scientific, ideal for laboratories looking to maximise floor space without compromising on capacity. With a vertical chamber design, these autoclaves are ideal for handling taller items and irregularly shaped loads, offering practical flexibility for a variety of sterilisation tasks. Easy to operate and built for durability, each unit delivers reliable, consistent results cycle after cycle. Whether you're processing glassware, instruments, or laboratory media, top-loading autoclaves provide a space-saving solution without sacrificing efficiency.

  • Autoclave Accessories
    Autoclave Accessories

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Classic Gauged 12L Portable autoclave - 126℃
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Prestige Medical

Classic Gauged 12L Portable autoclave - 126℃

£1,432.22 vat excl.

£1,718.66 vat Inc.
Availability: 48 In Stock
  • sterilising temperature: 126℃
  • 12-litre capacity
  • Chamber diameter/height: 210/270mm
  • Min sterilising time: 11 minutes
  • Cycle time (normal): 22 minutes
  • Lightweight and portable
  • Simple, one-touch operation
  • Features a built-in safety mechanism that prevents the unit from being opened until the temperature inside has fallen to a safe level
Compact Autoclaves
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Priorclave

Compact Autoclaves

Priorclave Compact Autoclaves feature a top-loading design introduced specifically for those laboratories with limited space yet wanting to perform high-quality steam sterilisation of taller than normal items such as fermentors and large capacity Erlenmeyer flasks.

Top Loading Autoclaves
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Priorclave

Top Loading Autoclaves

  • 60L, 100Land 150L models available in base and smart ranges
  • Programmable TACTROL® 3 Control System with simple "one-touch" start
  • PED-certified 316L Stainless Steel Chamber and Door
  • Quickseal Single-Action Interlocking Safety Lid cannot be opened unsafely
  • Chamber Pressure Gauge
  • Stainless Steel Loading Baskets
  • Biomaster™ Antimicrobial Surfaces
  • Assisted Load Cooling
  • Benchtop or Mobile Cart mounted for ease of positioning and service
  • One-button start
  • Permission-based Door Release
  • Automatic Timed Freesteaming
  • Media Warming and Delayed Start
  • Thermocouple Entry and Test Ports
  • Two full-width stainless steel anti-tip Loading Baskets
Power Door Autoclaves
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Priorclave

Power Door Autoclaves

  • 230L, 350L, 450L and 700L models are available
  • Programmable TACTROL® 3 Control System with simple "one-touch" start
  • Customisable Freesteaming, Load Cooling, Media Warming, and Delayed Start
  • PED-certified 316L Stainless Steel Chamber and Hydraulically Operated Door
  • Two full-width stainless steel anti-tip Loading Shelves
  • Biomaster™ Antimicrobial Surfaces
Pass Through Autoclaves
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Priorclave

Pass Through Autoclaves

  • 150L, 200L, 450L and 700L models are available
  • Programmable TACTROL® 3 Control System with simple "one-touch" start
  • Customizable Freesteaming, Load Cooling, Media Warming, and Delayed Start
  • PED-certified 316L Stainless Steel Chamber and Door
  • Full-width stainless steel anti-tip Loading Shelves
  • Biomaster™ Antimicrobial Surfaces
Rectangular Chamber Front Loading Autoclaves
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Priorclave

Rectangular Chamber Front Loading Autoclaves

  • 230L, 285L, 350L, 450L and 700L capacities in base, smart and performance ranges
  • Programmable TACTROL® 3 Control System with simple "one-touch" start
  • Customisable Freesteaming, Load Cooling, Media Warming, and Delayed Start
  • PED-certified 316L Stainless Steel Chamber and Door
  • Two full width stainless steel anti-tip Loading Shelves
  • Biomaster™ Antimicrobial Surfaces
High Capacity Cylindrical Front Loading Autoclaves
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Priorclave

High Capacity Cylindrical Front Loading Autoclaves

  • 100L, 150L, 200L, 320L and 400L capacities in base and smart ranges
  • Programmable TACTROL® 2 Control System with simple "one-touch" start
  • ASME-certified 316L Stainless Steel Chamber and Door
  • Quick seal Single-Action Interlocking Safety Door can not be opened unsafely
  • Two full-width stainless steel anti-tip Loading Shelves
  • Biomaster™ Antimicrobial Surfaces
  • Assisted Load Cooling
  • Chamber Pressure Gauge
  • Caster mounted for ease of positioning and service
  • Water Conservation
  • Permission-based Door Release
  • Automatic Timed Freesteaming
  • Thermocouple Entry and Test Ports
Benchtop Autoclaves
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Priorclave

Benchtop Autoclaves

  • 40 or 60-litre capacity
  • Programmable Tactrol® 2 Control System with simple "one-touch" start
  • PED-certified 316L Stainless Steel Chamber and Door
  • Quick seal Single-Action Interlocking Safety Door can not be opened unsafely
  • Two Full-width stainless steel anti-tip Loading Shelves
  • Biomaster™ Antimicrobial Surfaces
  • Assisted Load Cooling
  • Chamber Pressure Gauge
  • Benchtop or Mobile Cart mounted for ease of positioning and service
  • One-button start
  • Permission-based Door Release
  • Automatic Timed Freesteaming
  • Media Warming and Delayed Start
  • Thermocouple Entry and Test Ports

Autoclave accessories are essential for maintaining effective and safe sterilisation practices across a variety of settings. At Gem Scientific, we offer key accessories including autoclave bags and indicator tape, designed to support rigorous sterilisation standards. Autoclave bags are specially designed to contain items during the sterilisation cycle, preventing leaks and reducing the risk of cross-contamination. Made from durable, heat-resistant materials, these bags help organise tools and materials while withstanding the high temperatures and pressure of steam sterilisation. Indicator tape is another important accessory, featuring heat-sensitive markings that visually confirm when the proper sterilisation conditions have been reached. These tools add an extra layer of assurance, helping users verify the effectiveness of each cycle and maintain consistent compliance with sterilisation protocols.