Defend Autoclave Tape is
a reliable, extra-tacky, 60-yard adhesive tape designed to securely seal sterilization pouches, bags, and CSSD wraps while providing immediate visual confirmation of sterilization. It features special, heat-sensitive indicator ink that turns dark when exposed to steam sterilization temperatures, indicating processed items.
Key Features and Benefits of Defend Tape:
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Reliable Sterilization Monitoring: The ink changes color when the autoclave reaches appropriate temperatures (e.g.,
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), clearly distinguishing between processed and unprocessed items.
- High-Strength Adhesive: Specially formulated to remain secure on paper, plastic, and wrapped items under high-temperature and high-moisture conditions.
- Versatile Usage: Ideal for sealing various sterilization packaging types, including autoclave bags, tubing, and pouches, and it can be written on for easy labeling.
- Cost-Effective Supply: Available in 60-yard rolls, providing a long-lasting supply for dental, medical, and laboratory environments.
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Trusted Safety Marker: Helps technicians quickly identify if an instrument has gone through the heat cycle, reducing the risk of using unsterilized equipment.