Thermo Fisher UV 800 Laboratory Glassware Washer-Disinfector

Overview

The Thermo Fisher UV 800 is a fully automated, high-capacity laboratory glassware washer-disinfector engineered for precision cleaning, thermal disinfection, and reproducible validation in regulated research, clinical, and quality control environments. Utilizing thermally validated hot-water rinse cycles at up to 95 °C — meeting the minimum temperature threshold for A0-value-based thermal disinfection per ISO 15883-1 — the UV 800 delivers consistent microbial reduction (≥ log 4 reduction of vegetative bacteria) without reliance on chemical sterilants. Its 211-liter stainless-steel chamber accommodates large-volume batches of flasks, burettes, volumetric glassware, pipettes, and custom labware, supporting throughput requirements typical of core facilities, pharmaceutical QC labs, and academic research centers operating under GLP or GMP-aligned workflows.

Key Features

• High-efficiency heating system with 9 kW integrated heating elements ensures rapid ramp-up to 95 °C, minimizing cycle time while maintaining thermal stability across full-load conditions.
• Energy-optimized thermal insulation using low-conductivity acoustic-grade materials reduces standby heat loss by up to 30%, contributing to lower operational energy consumption per cycle.
• Variable-frequency drive (VFD)-controlled wash pump delivering up to 550 L/min flow rate with soft-start functionality — enabling gentle yet effective impingement cleaning across heterogeneous loads (e.g., thin-walled cuvettes alongside heavy-duty Erlenmeyer flasks).
• Programmable logic controller (PLC) supporting up to 80 user-defined wash protocols, each configurable for detergent type (alkaline or acidic), dosing volume, injection sequence, rinse water source (deionized, softened, or tap), number of rinses, drying duration, and final drying temperature (up to 90 °C).
• Modular, customizable rack system designed for ergonomic loading and complete surface exposure — including dedicated fixtures for HPLC vials, culture tubes, Petri dishes, and irregularly shaped apparatus.

Sample Compatibility & Compliance

The UV 800 is validated for use with borosilicate glass (e.g., Pyrex®, Duran®), polypropylene, PTFE, and selected autoclavable polymers. It complies with key international standards governing washer-disinfector performance and safety, including ISO 15883-1 (washer-disinfectors for medical devices), ISO 15883-4 (performance testing), and EN ISO 15883-5 (validation requirements). While primarily deployed in non-sterile but microbiologically controlled settings, its thermal disinfection profile satisfies A0 ≥ 60 criteria — suitable for pre-sterilization preparation of glassware prior to autoclaving or for direct use in low-risk analytical applications. Full validation documentation packages (IQ/OQ/PQ templates) are available upon request to support FDA 21 CFR Part 11-compliant environments.

Software & Data Management

Equipped with an intuitive 10.4-inch color touchscreen HMI running embedded Linux OS, the UV 800 provides real-time monitoring of temperature curves, pressure profiles, detergent dosing events, and cycle status. All wash logs — including date/time stamp, operator ID, protocol name, chamber temperature history, and alarm events — are stored internally for ≥12 months and exportable via USB or Ethernet (CSV format). Optional integration with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) is supported through Modbus TCP or OPC UA protocols. Audit trail functionality meets ALCOA+ principles, ensuring data integrity for regulatory inspections.

Applications

• High-throughput cleaning of volumetric flasks, graduated cylinders, and titration glassware in analytical chemistry laboratories.
• Residue removal from HPLC/GC sample vials contaminated with organic solvents, APIs, or polymer matrices.
• Decontamination of cell culture flasks and bioreactor accessories in biosafety level 2 (BSL-2) facilities.
• Removal of proteinaceous, lipid, or endotoxin residues from diagnostic reagent vessels in IVD manufacturing.
• Preparation of trace-metal analysis glassware requiring ultra-low background contamination — compatible with high-purity rinse water delivery systems.

FAQ

Does the UV 800 provide validated thermal disinfection?
Yes — when operated at 95 °C for ≥ 5 minutes during the final thermal rinse phase, it achieves an A0 value ≥ 60, satisfying ISO 15883-1 requirements for thermal disinfection of reusable laboratory equipment.
Can the UV 800 be integrated into a facility’s central water and drainage infrastructure?
Yes — it supports connection to centralized hot/cold water supplies, acid/alkali detergent feed lines, and floor drain systems with backflow prevention. Plumbing specifications are provided in the installation manual.
Is remote monitoring or troubleshooting supported?
Standard Ethernet connectivity enables remote diagnostics via secure VPN; optional 4G LTE module available for off-site technical support and firmware updates.
What validation documentation is included with the instrument?
Factory-installed IQ/OQ documentation is supplied, including calibration certificates for temperature sensors and flow meters, plus blank PQ protocol templates aligned with ISO 15883-5.
Are consumables such as filters and detergent pumps covered under warranty?
Mainboard, heater assembly, and pump motor are covered under the standard 2-year parts-and-labor warranty; consumables (e.g., inlet filters, detergent diaphragms) are excluded but available through Thermo Fisher’s authorized service network.