Instrument Disinfectants
gigasept® instru AF
gigasept® instru AF is an aldehyde-free disinfectant and cleaner for the manual reprocessing of medical instruments. It combines very good cleaning performance with a broad microbiological efficacy and is especially effective in ultrasonic baths with shortened contact times.
| Technical Specifications | |
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| Product Name | gigasept® instru AF |
| Product Type | Aldehyde-free disinfectant and cleaner (concentrate) |
| Application | Manual cleaning and disinfection of medical instruments |
| Suitable Instruments | Thermostable and thermolabile instruments (excluding flexible endoscopes) |
| Cleaning Performance | Very good, especially effective in ultrasonic baths |
| Microbiological Efficacy | Broad spectrum |
| Contact Time | Shortened contact time in ultrasonic bath |
| Professional Use | Yes |
| Directions for Use | |
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| Dilution | Dilute with cold water to obtain the required application concentration. Dosage range: 1.5% – 4% depending on required efficacy. |
| Application Example | 1 litre of a 3% working solution = 970 ml water + 30 ml gigasept® instru AF. |
| Instrument Processing | Immerse instruments immediately after use. Ensure complete covering of all surfaces, including hollow instruments, and allow to soak. |
| Rinsing | Rinse thoroughly after cleaning with at least drinking water quality, preferably sterile distilled or fully deionised water. |
| Ultrasonic Cleaning | Particularly suitable for ultrasonic devices. Very good cleaning results can be achieved after only a few seconds. Do not heat stock solution above 40 °C. |
| Standing Time | Up to 7 days if used only for disinfection of pre-cleaned instruments. National regulations may limit use when also used for cleaning. |
| Composition | |
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| Active Substances (per 100 g) |
15.6 g Cocospropylene diamineguanidine diacetate 35 g Phenoxypropanols 2.5 g Benzalkonium chloride |
| Chemical & Physical Properties | |
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| Form | Liquid |
| Colour | Green |
| Odour | Amine-like |
| Density | Approx. 0.99 g/cm³ at 20 °C |
| Flash Point | 40.5 °C (ISO 3679) |
| pH | 9.1 – 9.5 at 20 °C |
| Viscosity (dynamic) | Approx. 30 mPa·s (DIN 54453) |
Always read the label and product information before use. For professional use only. Do not exceed indicated contact times and concentrations. Do not mix gigasept® instru AF with other products, especially aldehyde-containing products. Rinse application aids thoroughly before first use. Store in the original container, tightly closed, protected from frost, heat and sunlight. Do not use after the expiry date.
| Available Packaging | |
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| 2 L | FL5 / carton – on request |
| 5 L | KA1 / canister – on request |
gigazyme®
gigazyme® is an enzymatic detergent for the manual reprocessing of medical devices such as flexible endoscopes and surgical instruments. Its triple-enzyme system delivers first-class cleaning performance while maintaining excellent material compatibility.
| Technical Specifications | |
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| Product Name | gigazyme® |
| Product Type | Enzymatic detergent (concentrate) |
| Application | Manual reprocessing of medical devices |
| Suitable Devices | Flexible endoscopes and surgical instruments |
| Cleaning System | Triple enzyme system: protease, lipase, amylase |
| Material Compatibility | Excellent, pH-neutral formulation |
| Foaming Behaviour | Low foaming due to non-ionic surfactants |
| Professional Use | Yes |
| Directions for Use | |
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| Dilution | Dilute with water to the required working concentration. Keep water temperature below 45 °C. |
| Normal Contamination | 0.5 – 2% solution (e.g. 1 litre of 1% solution = 990 ml water + 10 ml gigazyme®) |
| Severe Contamination | Up to 5% solution |
| Application Method | Immerse instruments completely, including hollow instruments, and allow to soak until visibly clean. |
| Rinsing | Rinse or flush thoroughly with water of at least drinking water quality to remove all residues. |
| Standing Time | Replace the working solution at least daily, or immediately if visibly soiled. |
| Ultrasonic Use | Suitable for immersion and ultrasonic baths. Recommended solution temperature below 35 °C. |
| Composition | |
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| Components | 5–15% non-ionic surfactants, enzymes |
| Chemical & Physical Properties | |
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| Form | Liquid |
| Colour | Blue |
| Odour | Alcohol-like |
| Density | Approx. 1.00 g/cm³ at 20 °C |
| Flash Point | 43 °C (DIN 51755 Part 1) |
| pH | Approx. 7 |
Safety Information
Always read the label and product information sheet before use. For professional use only. Do not mix gigazyme® with other products. Keep solution temperature below 35 °C for optimal results. Store in the original container at room temperature. Protect from frost, heat and sunlight. Keep containers tightly closed.
| Available Packaging | |
|---|---|
| 5 L | KA1 / canister – on request |
| 2 L | FL5 / carton – on request |
rotasept®
rotasept® is a ready-to-use solution for the cleaning and disinfection of rotary precision instruments. It offers comprehensive efficacy, excellent material compatibility and is highly suitable for use in ultrasonic baths.
| Technical Specifications | |
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| Product Name | rotasept® |
| Product Type | Ready-to-use cleaner and disinfectant |
| Application | Manual cleaning and disinfection of rotary instruments |
| Suitable Instruments | Burs, cutters, diamond grinders and other rotating precision instruments |
| Material Compatibility | Steel and stainless steel instruments |
| Aldehyde-free | Yes |
| Ultrasonic Bath | Highly suitable |
| Professional Use | Yes |
| Directions for Use | |
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| Preparation | Ready-to-use product. Use undiluted and add directly to the bur bath. |
| Cleaning | Place instruments immediately after use into the solution to prevent surface-drying of contaminants. |
| Final Disinfection | Immersion time: 15 minutes |
| Rinsing | Rinse instruments thoroughly after reprocessing using at least drinking water quality, preferably sterile distilled or fully deionised water. |
| Solution Replacement | Replace the working solution daily or immediately if visibly contaminated. |
| Ultrasonic Use | Suitable for use in ultrasonic baths. |
| Material Compatibility Notes | |
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| Not Suitable For | Alkali- and alcohol-sensitive plastics, aluminium parts, and instruments made using synthetic resin adhesives. |
| Alternative Recommendation | For these instruments, use gigasept® instru AF. |
| Composition | |
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| Active Substances (per 100 g) |
1.6 g Potassium hydroxide 10.0 g Propan-2-ol 0.1 g 2-Ethylhexanol |
| Surfactants | < 5% non-ionic surfactants (EC Regulation 648/2004) |
| Chemical & Physical Properties | |
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| Form | Liquid |
| Colour | Colourless |
| Odour | Alcohol-like |
| Density | Approx. 1.00 g/cm³ at 20 °C |
| Flash Point | 36 °C (DIN 51755 Part 1) |
| pH | 13.7 |
Safety Information
Always read the label and product information before use. For professional use only. Do not mix rotasept® with other cleaning agents or disinfectants. Keep container tightly closed. Protect from frost, heat and sunlight. Store in the original container. Do not use after the expiry date.
| Available Packaging | |
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| 2 L | Bottle – carton of 5 (on request) |
| 5 L | Canister – on request |
gigasept® PAA
gigasept® PAA is a ready-to-use high-level disinfectant based on peracetic acid, designed for the disinfection of flexible endoscopes and medical instruments. It is a medical device class IIb, offering broad-spectrum efficacy without the need for activation.
| Technical Specifications | |
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| Product Name | gigasept® PAA |
| Product Type | High-level disinfectant (ready-to-use) |
| Medical Device Class | Class IIb |
| Active Principle | Peracetic acid (PAA) |
| Efficacy Spectrum | Bacteria, fungi, viruses, spores |
| Aldehyde-free | Yes |
| Activation Required | No |
| Professional Use | Yes |
| Directions for Use | |
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| Application Areas | Manual or semi-automated disinfection of pre-cleaned flexible endoscopes, ophthalmological equipment, stainless steel surgical instruments and heat-sensitive medical devices. |
| Use | Ready-to-use product. Do not dilute. Active immediately and stable for up to 7 days or 50 disinfection cycles. |
| Instrument Immersion | Ensure complete wetting of all surfaces. Hollow instruments must be immersed so that air escapes fully from the lumen. |
| Rinsing | After the required contact time, rinse thoroughly with sterile or filtered water. |
| Bath Monitoring | PAA concentration can be checked using Schülke PAA test strips. Renew the bath in case of visible contamination. |
| Ventilation | Local ventilation above the bath is recommended. Keep the bath covered whenever possible. |
| Material Compatibility | |
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| Compatible Materials | Polycarbonate, polyurethane, silicone, polysulfone, polyamide, polyester, polystyrene (limited to maximum contact time, mandatory rinsing after use) |
| Incompatible Materials | Iron, tool steel, aluminium, platinum, nickel-/chrome-plated parts, non-ferrous metal alloys (e.g. copper, brass) |
| Automated Reprocessors | Suitable for semi-automated endoscope reprocessors compatible with peracetic acid (verify manufacturer compatibility). |
| Composition | |
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| Active Substance (per 100 g) | 0.12 g Peracetic acid (CAS No. 79-21-0) |
| Chemical & Physical Properties | |
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| Form | Liquid |
| Colour | Colourless |
| Odour | Vinegar-like |
| Density | Approx. 1.02 g/cm³ at 20 °C |
| Flash Point | > 100 °C |
| pH | Approx. 3.5 |
Safety, Storage & Disposal
WARNING – irritant product. Always read the label and Safety Data Sheet before use. Wear protective gloves when handling disinfectants not intended for skin contact. Do not mix with other products, especially aldehydes or halogen derivatives. Store in a well-ventilated area at ambient temperature, upright, in the original container. Do not seal the venting cap. Protect from heat and sunlight. Dispose of product and packaging as hazardous waste according to local regulations. For professional use only.
| Available Packaging | |
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| 5 L | Canister (KA1) – on request |
