Table Top ETO Sterilizer
PurETO Elica Table Top ETO Sterilizer for Compact Healthcare Setups
A compact table top EO gas sterilizer for low-temperature processing where space, usability, and repeatable cycle control matter.
Sterilizer Overview
EO gas sterilization for validated low-temperature loads
PurETO Elica is SSQ's table top ethylene oxide (ETO) sterilizer for clinics, small hospitals, laboratories, and research centers that need low-temperature EO gas sterilization in a compact footprint.
It is designed for compatible heat- and moisture-sensitive medical devices that cannot be processed by high-temperature steam, using cartridge-based EO gas operation, controlled low-temperature cycles, and integrated operator conveniences based on configuration.
As a compact EO sterilizer, PurETO Elica brings ethylene oxide sterilization to space-conscious facilities without the chamber size or infrastructure of a hospital-scale system, while still running the full conditioning, EO exposure, evacuation, and aeration sequence.
Who is it for?
Clinics, hospitals, laboratories, research centers, pharmaceutical applications, and compact CSSD setups.
What problem does it solve?
Smaller facilities need dependable EO sterilization without the chamber size, footprint, or infrastructure demands of a larger hospital system.
Sterilization technology
PurETO Elica uses the same ethylene oxide (EO) gas sterilization principle as larger EO systems, in a compact table top format. Ethylene oxide gas processes compatible devices at low temperature, reaching surfaces and lumens that high-temperature steam may not suit.
Each cycle runs through conditioning, EO exposure, evacuation, and aeration. PurETO Elica uses cartridge-based EO gas operation, an oil-free vacuum approach, and integrated humidity and heating to support controlled low-temperature cycles without a compressed-air requirement.
The compact format brings low-temperature ethylene oxide sterilization to clinics, laboratories, and smaller facilities that need EO processing without a hospital-scale chamber.
Key features
Compact table top format
Designed for lower-volume sterilization in space-conscious facilities.
Automatic door locking
Software-controlled door locking helps keep operation predictable and controlled.
Oil-free vacuum system
A maintenance-conscious vacuum approach designed for consistent operation.
No compressor requirement
Avoids compressed-air dependency in compact clinical and laboratory settings.
Integrated humidity and heating
Humidity generation and chamber heating support controlled low-temperature cycles.
Integrated printer
On-site cycle print support is available based on model configuration.
Process advantages
Compact footprint
Table top format suits clinics, laboratories, and space-conscious facilities.
Cartridge-based EO operation
Single-use gas cartridges support controlled, repeatable EO exposure.
Oil-free vacuum system
A maintenance-conscious vacuum approach designed for consistent operation.
No compressor requirement
Avoids compressed-air dependency in compact clinical and laboratory settings.
Low-temperature processing
Suitable for compatible heat- and moisture-sensitive devices.
Integrated printer
On-site cycle records are available based on model configuration.
Cycle process overview
- 01
Load and seal - arrange packed instruments for gas penetration and close the chamber.
- 02
Conditioning - bring humidity and temperature to the programmed cycle setpoint.
- 03
EO exposure - hold a controlled ethylene oxide dose for the configured dwell time.
- 04
Evacuation - remove EO gas from the chamber through controlled evacuation and flushing.
- 05
Aeration - purge residual gas before the load is released for handling.
Safety and operation
- Vacuum-based cycle operation designed for controlled EO exposure.
- Door locking and operator prompts designed to support safe handling.
- Cycle status and print records available based on configuration.
Technical snapshot
- Method
- Ethylene oxide cartridge sterilization
- Model range
- 35L, 50L, 70L, 80L options
- Format
- Compact table top / trolley-compatible setup
- Records
- Integrated printer based on configuration
Validation and documentation support
As with any EO sterilizer, effective processing depends on a validated cycle for each compatible load. SSQ can support discussions around cycle settings, load arrangement, and documentation for the PurETO Elica installation.
Cycle print records are available based on configuration. Sterilization validation, routine monitoring, and load-release decisions remain the responsibility of the facility's quality and biomedical teams, following applicable standards and guidance.
Applications
Where PurETO Elica fits
PurETO Elica is intended for facilities evaluating ethylene oxide sterilization where compatible loads require a controlled low-temperature EO gas process.
Clinics and small hospitals
For lower-volume EO gas sterilization needs where floor space and day-to-day usability matter.
Laboratories and research centers
For compatible heat-sensitive items that need compact low-temperature EO processing.
Compact CSSD setups
For facilities that need an ETO sterilizer range without a larger hospital-scale footprint.
Heat-sensitive medical devices
For compatible devices and materials that require a low-temperature EO gas method.
Suitable instruments and devices
- ✓Plastic and polymer instruments
- ✓Catheters and tubing
- ✓Rubber and elastomer components
- ✓Heat-sensitive reusable instruments
- ✓Compatible packaged devices
- ✓Delicate instruments unsuitable for steam
- ✓Compatible laboratory and research items
Instrument and device compatibility depends on materials, design, packaging, and the validated cycle. SSQ can help review the application before recommending a configuration.
Industries served
Frequently asked questions
PurETO Elica is SSQ's compact table-top ETO sterilizer range for low-temperature EO gas sterilization in clinics, laboratories, hospitals, and compact CSSD environments.
A table top ETO sterilizer is a compact ethylene oxide sterilizer sized to sit on a bench or trolley. It brings low-temperature EO gas sterilization to facilities that do not need a large, floor-standing hospital chamber.
Compact EO sterilizers suit clinics, small hospitals, laboratories, research centers, and compact CSSD areas that process lower volumes of heat- and moisture-sensitive devices.
Yes. EO sterilization is a low-temperature method suitable for compatible heat-sensitive items processed in clinics, laboratories, and research centers, subject to validated material and packaging compatibility.
PurETO Elica is designed for compact and lower-volume setups, while PurETO+ is built for larger hospitals, CSSD departments, and higher-throughput workflows.
The ELICA ETO sterilizer range includes manual door and fully automatic door variants. Final configuration should be confirmed against the selected model and facility workflow.
PurETO Elica can suit laboratories, research centers, and other facilities that process compatible heat-sensitive items using validated EO cycles.
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