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SECTION 5. OMNI TIP™ PLASTIC PROBES
5.4 AUTOCLAVING OMNI TIPS™
Omni Tips™ generator probes can be autoclaved up to seven times and re-
tain their mechanical properties. Due to different combinations of chemicals
and environments, it is suggested that the autoclaving recommendations be
followed as a guideline only, and the user should decide how to best alter the
procedure for their specific application.
The tube and shaft of Omni Tips™ can be autoclaved at up to a maximum of
250°F for 45 minutes. This includes a 15-minute ramp up, 15-minute hold, and
a 15-minute ramp down of the temperature cycle. If the tube or shaft begins
to warp as a result of autoclaving, discard and lower the cycle time or
temperature level accordingly for future runs.
5.5 CLEANING THE OMNI TIP™ ADAPTER
The Omni Tip™ adapter is constructed of stainless steel with steel and Alu-
minum rotating components. For general cleaning, it is recommended that
the adapter be wiped down with a lint free cloth and an alcohol solution.
Adequate molecular contamination cleaning can also be accomplished by
scrubbing with soap and hot water, followed by brief rinsing with 1% SDS, and
then by distilled water which has been treated with diethylpyrocarbonate
(DEPC).
Autoclaving, baking, or submersion in cleaning agents is not
recommended
; this will shorten the life of the adapter housing and
bearings.
Omni Tip™ Adapter
