Class 5 Steam Chemical Integrator Decades of research have shown that the integrity of a steam sterilization process is the function of there basic parameters: time, temperature and the presence of saturated steam. All three are critical for effective steam sterilization. The importance of saturated steam is faster sterilization than dry heat. What do the Class 5 Steam Chemical Integrators mean to the end user? Class 5 Steam Chemical Integrator is produces to perform the three critical variables of sterilization: time, temperature, and saturated steam. This information is displayed in a precise, easy-to-read format. When the dark bar enters the blue SAFE area, sterilization criteria has been met. If the dark bar does not reach the blue SAFE area, proper conditions for sterilization have not been achieved and the processed pack or load should not be released. How to Use the Class 5 Steam Chemical Integrators? Take and place a Class 5 Steam Chemical Integrator inside each pack or minimally in every load to be sterilized. It is important to work process according to the sterilizer manufacturer’s instructions. Sterilization process is successful if the dark bar on the Class 5 Steam Chemical Integrator has entered the blue SAFE area. If the dark bar has not entered into the blue SAFE area, DO NOT release the load or pack. Which sterilization cycle is Class 5 Steam Chemical Integrator working with? Class 5 Steam Chemical Integrator are designed operate at steam cycle 134 C – 3,5 minutes or 121 C – 15 minutes conditions. What is the standart of ISO for Class 5 Steam Chemical Integrator? Class 5 Steam Chemical Integrator has been tested to the AAMI ST-60 and ISO 11140-1:2014 standards performance requirements.