SciCan Bravo G4 vs Midmark M9
Clients always ask us: “Looking at these 2 sterilizers means nothing to me… how do I know which one of these autoclaves would work best for me?”
Choosing the ideal autoclave is a critical decision for any practice. It significantly impacts workflow efficiency and infection control. This guide provides a detailed comparison between two leading sterilizers: SciCan Bravo G4 and the Midmark M9. Understanding their distinct features will help you select the best sterilization solution for your instrument reprocessing needs.
So in this article, we will show you some of the specs to give you an idea of the difference in size and basic functionality… And hopefully this comprehensive look into each unit will help you make an informed decision on which autoclave would be right for your practice. But if you still have questions, give us a call using our Free Tech Support line at 704-966-1650 Option 3.
If you’re more of a visual learner, we have a video on this versus topic on our YouTube channel that you can watch here.
What We Will Cover
- Chamber Size – Pretty simple rule: the larger the chamber the more you can clean in one cycle.
- Cycle Speed – The bottom line in the game is: How Fast Will they Complete a Sterilization Cycle!
- Cycle Logs – How easy it is to keep track of what is being sterilized and when it was done.
- …and More – Display, Design, Ease of Use and many other design features.
Dimensions
SciCan Bravo G4 – 23.62 x 18.90 x 17.95 in
Midmark M9 – 20.5″ x 15.8″ x 16.6″
Chamber Size
SciCan Bravo G4 – 17 and 22 Liter Models
Midmark M9 – 9″ x 15″
Cycle Types
SciCan Bravo G4 – Class B Pre-Post Vacuum Cycles
Midmark M9 – Class N Gravity Displacement Sterilization Cycles
Cycle Speeds
SciCan Bravo G4
- Solid Unwrapped: ~33 – 42 minutes
- Solid Wrapped: ~42 – 52 minutes
- Hollow Unwrapped: ~50 – 63 minutes
- Hollow Wrapped: ~59 – 73 minutes
- Rubber & Plastic: ~75 – 89 minutes
*Includes 17L and 22L model times + drying time.
Midmark M9
- Unwrapped: ~20-44 minutes
- Wrapped: ~22-44 minutes (for Wrapped 1) and ~25-47 minutes (for Wrapped 2)
- Delicate/Low Temperature: ~40-70 minutes
*Includes drying time.
Power Consumption
SciCan Bravo G4 – 120V Models: 120V, 60 Hz, 12A | 240V Models: 240V, 60 Hz, 10A
Midmark M9 – 115 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 12A
Display
SciCan Bravo G4 – User-Friendly, intuitive color touchscreen
Midmark M9 – 5-inch fingerprint resistent touchscreen
Design
SciCan Bravo G4 – Robust, modern design
Midmark M9 – Sleek, smooth, modern design
Warranty
SciCan Bravo G4 – 2 Year
Midmark M9 – 1 Year
Connectivity
SciCan Bravo G4 – Wireless and USB Connections
Midmark M9 – USB, Wireless and Ethernet compatible
Price
SciCan Bravo G4 – $$$$
Midmark M9 – $$$
The Choice Is Yours
Here you have seen that both autoclave sterilizers will get the job done… But through design, functionality and ease of use there is one that will help reduce wasted time and resources. This in turn will save you a lot of money in both productivity and staff resources. You can view both the SciCan Bravo G4 and the Midmark M9 on our website using the links below for more information. You can also use the links below to view our various programs accessible to anyone, anytime, absolutely FREE.
As always if you have any questions about this process or anything else please feel free to contact us and take advantage of our “FREE TECH SUPPORT.”
We also offer FREE VIRTUAL TECH SUPPORT to “See and Talk” with a “Real Time Live Technician” for any problems you may be in need of help with.
You can also use our “FREE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM”. Take the guesswork and worrying about what unit is due for maintenance and which maintenance cycle it is time for. We will keep track of all your autoclaves and let you know when it’s time for anything.
You can view the Midmark M9 here on our website for more info.
You can view the SciCan Bravo G4 17 Liter here on our website for more info.
You can view the SciCan Bravo G4 22 Liter here on our website for more info.