Vertical Autoclaves – Classic Line

Autoclave models from Raypa provide reliable top-loading sterilization for laboratories across South Africa. These vertical Autoclave units are available with optional drying and pre-vacuum features, offering flexibility for both routine and advanced sterilization tasks. Built for safety, energy efficiency, and ease of use, they are ideal for research, microbiology, and clinical environments. Whether you need basic steam sterilization or enhanced drying performance, Raypa has a model to match your workflow.

Explore our range or read our guide: Find the Perfect Autoclave for Your Laboratory in South Africa: A Buyer’s Guide on our Insights page. Supplied by Apex Scientific, we help you choose the right solution for your lab.

Vertical Autoclave Solutions for Advanced Laboratory Sterilization

Vertical Autoclave systems from Raypa provide scientists with reliable, high-performance sterilization for a broad range of applications across South Africa. Whether you require standard sterilization, enhanced drying, or advanced pre-vacuum technology, the Classic Line includes models tailored for diverse laboratory workflows.

Vertical Autoclave

Rapid Sterilizations with Excellent Steam Penetration

Achieve fast cycle times with instant steam production from the built-in steam generator. The pre-vacuum phase, featuring multiple vacuum pulses, thoroughly removes air pockets, ensuring effective sterilization of all types of loads.

Advanced Features and Fully Automatic

Touchscreen display with up to 50 programs, mechanical purge, and integrated steam generator. Direct discharge. Includes bacteriological filter and independent purified water tank equipped with automatic filling kit.

Thoroughly Dries the Load with the Final Drying Function

Thanks to its final drying function using a heating jacket and vacuum pump, the load will be completely dry at the end of the cycle, ensuring safe processing of porous solids and packaged objects. There is no need to dry the load in an external oven.

Multiple accessories

You can complement your autoclave with the accessories that best suit your needs. We offer everything from cranes to facilitate load handling or printers for precise record-keeping, we have the solutions to optimize your workflow and control your data effortlessly.

Vertical Autoclave

Models Without Drying – AES Series

The AES Series offers dependable sterilization for liquids, glassware, plastics, and general laboratory waste. These top-loading, floor-standing autoclaves are plug-and-play units requiring minimal setup—just a power source. With programmable cycles, temperature holding (Agar mode), and optional temperature probes, they’re ideal for standard tasks without the need for drying.

 

Models With Drying – AE-DRY Series

For labs that demand dry, ready-to-use outputs, the AE-DRY Series includes vacuum-assisted drying via a heating jacket and integrated pump. These units are well-suited to laboratory environments handling solids, culture media, and small porous or hollow items. Final drying shortens turnaround times, increasing productivity while reducing operator handling. Each unit includes programmable cycles, automatic water feed from a built-in tank, and mobility features like caster wheels for use across different lab spaces.

 

Models with Pre-vacuum and Drying – AE-B Series

When sterilizing complex geometries, fabrics, or wrapped items, the AE-B Series excels. It combines initial pre-vacuum pulses for thorough steam penetration with final vacuum drying, all managed through a 5” touchscreen interface. An integrated steam generator and clean water tank ensure consistency and safety for demanding applications. This series includes 50 programmable cycles, optional core temperature probes, and automatic water discharge. The AE-B models meet the highest standards for safety and versatility in laboratory equipment.

Built-In Safety Across All Models

All Raypa Classic Line vertical autoclaves are manufactured in compliance with European safety standards and include:

  • Overpressure safety valves
  • Overtemperature thermostats
  • Pneumatic door locking systems
  • Water level sensors and open-door detection
  • High-grade stainless steel AISI-316L chambers

Accessories

Trusted by Apex Scientific

As your laboratory partner in South Africa, Apex Scientific ensures that every vertical autoclave we supply is engineered for performance, safety, and reliability. With models to meet every lab’s needs, our experts help you choose the right system for your sterilization tasks. Learn more: Find the Perfect Autoclave for Your Laboratory in South Africa: A Buyer’s Guide.

Models

AES-28AES-50AES-75AES-110

AES-150

Chamber volume total/usable33/31 L55/50 L79/75 L115/110 L175/153 L
Usable chamber dimensions Ø x H300 x 440 mm300 x 710 mm400 x 600 mm400 x 850 mm500 x 780 mm
Sterilization chamber water tank volume3 L3 L5‚5 L5‚5 L9‚5 L
Exterior dimensions L x D x H505 x 580 x 1110 mm505 x 580 x 1290 mm610 x 700 x 1185 mm610 x 700 x 1435 mm750 x 820 x 1400 mm
Loading height795 mm975 mm870 mm1120 mm1085 mm
Available powers2000 or 3200 W3200 or 5000 W3200 or 6000 W4500‚ 6000 or 9000 W6000 or 9000 W
Gross weight75 Kg90 Kg115 Kg135 Kg230 Kg
Standard voltages*230V 16A230V 16A230V 16A400V 16A400V 16A
Frequency50/60 Hz50/60 Hz50/60 Hz50/60 Hz50/60 Hz
Adjustable sterilization temperature100-134 ºC100-134 ºC100-134 ºC100-134 ºC100-134 ºC
Adjustable sterilization time1-250 min1-250 min1-250 min1-250 min1-250 min
Max. pressure2‚1 Barg2‚1 Barg2‚1 Barg2‚1 Barg2‚1 Barg

 

Comparison Table

SpecificationAES SeriesAE-DRY SeriesAE-B Series
Drying FunctionNoYesYes (Vacuum Drying)
Pre-vacuum CapabilityNoNoYes
Control InterfacePID MicroprocessorPID + Digital Display5” Touchscreen
Water Feed SystemManual FillAutomatic from Built-in TankAutomatic from Independent Tank (Optional Full Auto)
Sterilization ModesSolids, LiquidsSolids, LiquidsSolids, Liquids (Core Probe Optional)
Max Programs1020+50
Chamber Capacity Range33–175 L33–175 L50–153 L
Steam GeneratorIn-Chamber Heating ElementsExternal IntegratedExternal Integrated
Drying MethodN/AHeating JacketVacuum Pump + Heating Jacket
InstallationPlug & PlayPlug & PlayRequires Drain Connection
Optional ProbesYes (Flexible Temp Probe)YesYes (Core Temp + External Validation)
Ideal ForRoutine lab sterilization of general loadsLabs needing dry solid loads (glassware, plastics)Wrapped goods, fabric loads, porous/hollow items
SKUDescription
AES-28AES Series – Vertical Floor-Standing Classic Line Autoclaves Without Drying 33L
AES-50AES Series – Vertical Floor-Standing Classic Line Autoclaves Without Drying 55L
AES-75AES Series – Vertical Floor-Standing Classic Line Autoclaves Without Drying 79L
AES-110AES Series – Vertical Floor-Standing Classic Line Autoclaves Without Drying 115L – 3-Phase 400V
AES-150AES Series – Vertical Floor-Standing Classic Line Autoclaves Without Drying 175L – 3-Phase 400V
AE-28-DRYAE-Dry Series – Vertical Floor-Standing Classic Line Autoclaves With Drying 33L
AE-50-DRYAE-Dry Series – Vertical Floor-Standing Classic Line Autoclaves With Drying 55L
AE-75-DRYAE-Dry Series – Vertical Floor-Standing Classic Line Autoclaves With Drying 79L
AE-110-DRYAE-Dry Series – Vertical Floor-Standing Classic Line Autoclaves With Drying 115L
AE-150-DRYAE-Dry Series – Vertical Floor-Standing Classic Line Autoclaves With Drying 175L – 3-Phase 400V
AE-50-BAE-B Series-Vertical Floor-Standing Classic Line Autoclaves With Prevacuums & Drying 55L
AE-75-BAE-B Series-Vertical Floor-Standing Classic Line Autoclaves With Prevacuums & Drying 79L
AE-110-BAE-B Series-Vertical Floor-Standing Classic Line Autoclaves With Prevacuums & Drying 115L – 3-Phase 400V
AE-150-BAE-B Series-Vertical Floor-Standing Classic Line Autoclaves With Prevacuums & Drying 175L – 3-Phase 400V
SKUDescription
PT-2Flexible temperature probe to improve the sterilization of liquid loads.
ITPrints program number, cycle number, temperature, date and hour of the run and error messages.
KLLWater pump designed to automate the supply of the independent water tank with purified water.
CLASSIC-LIFTMobile crane integrated into the side of the autoclave, designed to assist in the loading and unloading of heavy items.
MOB-LIFTCrane with integrated battery, mobile and independent, designed to assist in the loading and unloading of heavy items.
CVBaskets suitable for the sterilization of all types of clean loads.
TRTray designed to be used in conjunction with wire baskets to collect liquids.
CCIBaskets suitable for sterilization of dirty loads and those at risk of spillage.
TBEContainer suitable for sterilization of instruments and biohazardous loads.
SRAFor sterilization of instruments, small bags and other small objects that must be placed straight up.
CEPSuitable for sterilization of Petri dishes with a diameter of 80 or 120mm.
CEPPSuitable for sterilizing pipette tips and other small consumables.
ITSPrints program number, cycle number, temperature, date and hour of the run and error messages.
SW7000Communication software between the equipment and the PC for display and recording of each cycle.
4WHBRHigher quality casters with brakes.
TR-TRAuxiliary trolley to aid in the loading and unloading of equipment and containers.
ECOPUR-500Eco-efficient direct-flow water purifier without water storage, capable of filtering 1.3L/min with an LED display.
TANK-AE12L bottle with tap for collecting condensates during the purging phase and also for collecting water during the cleaning of the sterilization chamber.
CG2MM and CG4MMCable gland allowing access for up to 8 probes for calibration and validation operations.
EXT-TPExternal adapter for continuous validation processes that allows obtaining a temperature reading independent of the equipment’s microprocessor.
VAL-DLDisk-shaped datalogger for monitoring the temperature inside a load.
TEST-CTClass 1 indicator for steam sterilization.
IQ-OQ DOCDelivery of documentation and IQ/OQ protocol for third party autoclave qualification.
Reference: IQ/OQ/PQIQ/OQ/PQ autoclave qualification service performed by RAYPA.
INSAEOn-site guided start-up that includes the verification of the correct operation and installation of the equipment, complemented by a training session on its operation and maintenance for users.
INSAE-REMGuided remote start-up including a training session for users on the operation and maintenance of the equipment.

Insights Article: Find the Perfect Autoclave for Your Laboratory in South Africa: A Buyer’s Guide

Product Enquiry Handbook: Autoclaves

Installation Guide – Without Drying

Installation Guide – With Drying

Installation Guide – With Pre-vaccum and Drying

Technical Specification Sheet – Without Drying

Technical Specification Sheet – With Drying

Technical Specification Sheet – With Prevaccum and Drying

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