Introduction to the Tuttnauer Tiva 8 Thermal Disinfection Washer
We’ve spent a long while talking about the autoclaves. High pressure sterilization units that come in all shapes and sizes from some of the most reputable brands. Constantly updating to keep up with the updates in medical technology or technology as a whole. But today we have something a bit different. Instead of being a high pressure autoclave, Tuttnauer comes to us today with their new Tiva 8 High Disinfection Thermal Washers.
The Tiva 8 is an under-counter disinfection unit that can wash your used equipment for it’s next job. Unlike autoclaves, which use pressurized steam chambers, the thermal disinfection washers function essentially as a dishwasher for your medical tools. Same functionality, higher output for a thorough sterilization job. The new Tiva 8 line is going to be something fresh to the market, and is quite unique in it’s own right.
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But first, we have to ask the important question.
What is Thermal Disinfection?
Equipment can be disinfected by using moist heat which maintains a specific temperature for a specific amount of time. Steam is produced, and if the correct temperature is maintained for the right amount of time, it will kill any bacteria that may be on the surface.
This is because live proteins are unable to survive heat exposure of this kind.
Without thermal disinfection, debris on medical and surgical equipment would only wash away in the cleaning process.
This equipment could not be used again as it would not be safe. Infections such as MRSA, E.Coli and Norovirus may still be present and would potentially put people at risk.
What’s So Special About the Tiva 8?
The Tiva 8 is Tuttnauer’s newest washer disinfection machine. So that would obviously mean that it’s up to par with recent tech specs that make it one of the best in its category. Which is true, but there is the notion of specifics. Here’s one thing you should know. Tuttnauer’s original Tiva 2 models share some features, but the Tiva 2 is the “budget” model. The Tiva 8 does in fact, sport more advanced features for its presumably higher price. However, like anything Tuttnauer has presented, it’s guaranteed to get the job done.
The Tiva 8 is the new under-counter washer disinfection machine that sports a list of advanced features. Features like:
- Double-layered tempered glass door
- Three water connections: Cold+Warm+Deionized water softener with protection filter
- Spray Arm Monitoring
- Multi Color Chamber LED Light
- Upper Rack with spray arm (shown at left)
- Lower Rack basic
And even 2 different Power Configurations:
- 3-Phase 208-240V without Neutral, 60Hz
- Single Phase 208-240V without Neutral, 60Hz
Improved Performance and Efficiency
Premium Performance:
- Instruments are completely dried thanks to powerful electric blowers and heaters with a HEPA H14 filter
- Three water connections for flexible operation and for optimal washing needs
- (cold & hot with softeners, demineralized)
- Conductivity measurements to check rinse water quality before disinfection
- Up to 40 washing programs
- AISI 316L Stainless Steel
Intuitive User Experience:
- A full control and all-in-one operation from a single touch panel with color display
- Spray Arm monitoring for continuous washing validation
- Graphical report of washing phases including time and temperature
- Multicolor chamber LED light (White, Green, Red) operates during loading, unloading and running the program
- Double-layered tempered glass door for visual monitoring
Enhanced Traceability
- Comply with regulation by saving washing cycles data
- USB and RS232 connectivity
- Printer for data documentation (optional)
Eco-Friendly
- 2 dosing pumps with flow meter for precise consumption of acid and alkaline detergents
- Integrated water softener for reducing decontamination
- Built-in steam condenser for excess water and steam
The Difference Between the 8MD and 8L
One thing you’ll notice about the listings when you’d go to research this machine is that there are two different kinds. The Tiva 8MD and the Tiva 8L. Just like any other medical sterilization device, there are different versions. These versions differ purely by their functionality. Each one is just equipped for completely different kinds of equipment like dental or medical equipment and tools versus glassware.
For example: The Tiva 8MD is a washer for dental and medical equipment. The 8MD allows for 2 packages, the 8MD Dental package and the 8MD Medical package. Both come standard with different items tailored to dental and medical equipment with your purchase of the Tiva 8 of your choice. Such as specific tray and pack racks to place your equipment for proper disinfection like the following:
On the other hand, the Tiva 8L is the newest laboratory glassware washer. Coming standard with your Tiva 8L purchase is attachments for your machine unit that allow careful and thorough disinfection of your used glassware. Such as flex nozzles that can clean the insides of the glassware thoroughly shown below:
Final Thoughts
Tutnauer’s new Tiva 8 is shaping up to be quite the interesting tool to have in any practice. Its under-counter build gives it an out of the way, yet familiar feeling when you need to use it. New technology invites ease of access. No need to worry about intricate layouts when it’s all operated through the touchpad. USB compatibility as well as other advanced forms of data collection for all of your cycle data. Premium performance and backed with an eco-friendly guarantee.
The Tiva 8 is shaping up to be another big name for any practice on the look out for new technology. And Tuttnauer never fails to deliver. Don’t let the Tiva 8 go under your radar.
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The Tuttnauer Tiva 8 MD-1 Medical High Thermal Disinfector Washer is available here.
The Tuttnauer Tiva 8 MD-3 Medical High Thermal Disinfector Washer is available here.
The Tuttnauer Tiva 8 MD-1 Dental High Thermal Disinfector Washer is available here.
The Tuttnauer Tiva 8 MD-3 Dental High Thermal Disinfector Washer is available here.
The Tuttnauer Tiva 8-L High Thermal Disinfector Washer is available here.