The Miele PLW 8683 AD OIL Laboratory Glasswasher is a high-performance washer-disinfector designed to deliver pristine cleaning and disinfection for laboratory glassware in demanding settings such as chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, and research laboratories. Engineered with Miele’s renowned German precision, this model excels at removing oil, grease, and wax residues while ensuring analytically pure results. The PLW 8683 AD OIL features oil-resistant seals, precise process monitoring, and integrated liquid dispensing, make it a top choice for laboratories requiring reliability. Its flexible design and eco-conscious features enhance workflow efficiency and sustainability.
Key Features
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Powerful Cleaning Technology: Equipped with a variable-speed heater pump that dynamically adjusts water pressure to tackle tough oil-based residues with high-pressure cleaning or ensure thorough soaking for delicate glassware. Optimized spray arms and a four-stage filtration system guarantee residue-free outcomes.
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Spacious and Adaptable Chamber: Handles up to 128 laboratory bottles, 98 pipettes, or 196 vials per cycle, with configurations for mixed loads (e.g., 64 bottles with 196 vials). The EasyLoad system with modular racks streamlines loading, accommodating diverse glassware sizes for maximum productivity.
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Oil-Resistant Door Seals: Incorporates specialized seals resistant to oil, grease, and wax, ensuring durability and hygiene in environments with lipid-heavy residues.
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Robust Process Validation: Monitors wash pressure, spray arm rotation, and optional conductivity to ensure consistent cleaning. Integrated flow meters provide accurate dosing of liquid chemicals, while WiFi connectivity enables detailed cycle documentation, meeting Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards.
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Flexible Programming: Includes color touchscreen for intuitive control, with 19 pre-installed programs and 10 customizable cycles. Adjustable settings for pump speed and wash phases address specific cleaning needs, such as oil-heavy glassware.
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Hygienic Stainless Steel Build: Constructed with a stainless steel chamber featuring laser-welded seams and external heating elements, ensuring a crevice-free, hygienic interior that prevents contamination and withstands harsh conditions.
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Eco-Conscious Operation: Minimizes resource use with a variable-speed pump. Demineralized water (AD) connection ensures residue-free rinsing, supporting sustainable lab practices.
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User-Centric Design: Offers a flush-fit touchscreen, LED chamber lighting for cycle status visibility, and a maintenance-friendly layout for minimal downtime, supported by SiC’s nationwide service network.
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Safety Assurance: Features real-time monitoring of spray arms, pressure, and conductivity, with automatic door locks for operator safety.
Applications
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Petrochemical and Chemical Labs: Removes oil, grease, and wax residues from analytical glassware, ensuring precise chemical analyses.
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Pharmaceutical Research: Cleans glassware for drug development and quality assurance, eliminating contaminants for accurate results.
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Biotechnology Studies: Reprocesses pipettes, vials, and flasks for cell culture and molecular experiments, maintaining sterility.
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Environmental Testing: Cleans glassware used in lipid or oil-based sample analysis, supporting reliable environmental research.
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Academic Laboratories: Prepares utensils and glassware for experiments and teaching, ensuring contamination-free outcomes.
