The Helix Test Systems are the ideal system to perform as a “worst case” test in a (small) steam sterilizer. The Helix Test Systems are used to monitor air removal and steam penetration of lumen during sterilization. The Helix Test Systems serve as a so-called “batch monitoring system” to check the sterilization parameters in the load. Helix Test Systems are listed in EN 285 (for large sterilizers) and EN 13060 (for small steam sterilizers) as a standard routine test. We talk about multiple tests because we have developed Helix Test Systems for sterilization cycles of 3.5, 5.3, 7.0 and 18 minutes.

Specifications Helix Test Systems

• Comply with ISO 11140-1 (type 2) standardization
• Comply with EN 867-5 standardization
• To be used as a routine test, as named in EN 285
• To be used as a routine test, as named in EN 13060.
• The Helix Test System always consists of a Helix Tube, 400 test indicators and an IFU
• Easy to fold by punch line in center of indicator strip
• Easy to review by clear cover and reference color
• Adhesive strip on the back for documenting the folded Helix Indicator Strip
• The ink turns from light blue to dark upon reaching the correct parameters
• Available for 3.5min, 5.3min, 7.0min and a prion program of 18 min at 134 degrees
• The Helix Tube has been tested to last 400 steam sterilization cycles