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The Rodwell Autoclave Company, part of the Rodwell Engineering Group, has over 50 years of expertise in designing and manufacturing high-quality autoclaves. Based in Essex, they provide durable, cost-effective sterilisation solutions for laboratories globally. Known for robust construction, advanced diagnostics, and low operating costs, their autoclaves support efficiency and reliability. A family-owned business since 1945, Rodwell prioritises customer satisfaction and offers exceptional after-sales support through a global distributor network.

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04/02/2022

Rodwell autoclave indicator consumables from Wolflabs

Product Update

New Class 2, 4, 5, 6 and Type 4 autoclave indicator consumables from Rodwell have been added.

22/05/2020

Rodwell autoclave from Wolflabs

Product Update

Introduction
Rodwell Ensign 100DS autoclave from Wolflabs. The Ensign 100DS is a robust and reliable autoclave, ideal for any mid-sized laboratory that needs a configurable workhorse they can rely on for smooth operation.

Features and benefits
- Robust space-saving design.
- Automatic fill.
- Automatic drain and re-fill.
- Scale prevention systems.
- Waste discard system.
- High speed fan accelerated cooling.
- Vacuum air removal system.

Product Category: Autoclaves

Manufacturer: Rodwell

28/04/2020

Rodwell autoclave from Wolflabs

Product Update

Introduction
Rodwell Portaclave 22E  autoclave from Wolflabs.

Features and benefits
- Compact.
- Fully portable.
- Robust.
- Minimal maintenance.
 

Product Category: Autoclaves

Manufacturer: Rodwell

11/09/2019

Rodwell autoclave from Wolflabs

Product Update

Introduction
Rodwell Monarch 50 autoclave from Wolflabs.

Features and benefits
- Robust space saving design.
- Exceptionally low loading height.
- Angled control panel.
- Counterbalanced lid for easy opening.

Product Category: Autoclaves

Manufacturer: Rodwell

17/06/2019

New Rodwell autoclaves from Wolflabs

Product Update

New Portaclave 50E and Portaclave 50V from Rodwell have been added.

Features and benefits
- Robust space saving design.
- Compact and fully portable.
- No plumbing needed.
- Minimal maintenance.

Product Category: Autoclaves

Manufacturer: Rodwell

Autoclaves - Bench-top - Rodwell

 

The Phoenix is the ideal compact autoclave for any small scale operation that needs reliable functionality without losing valuable Space.

Design Features
• 40 or 60 litres
• MP25 Controller
• Robust space-saving design
• Single Phase 'Plug & Play’
• Capacity of up to 13 x 1 litre bottles
• Phoenix 40 fits on standard bench
• Integral drip tray
• Grade 316 stainless steel chamber
• Anti door bolt over tight mechanism
• Complete versatility for almost any application

Optional Accessories
• Loading Baskets
• Waste Discard System
• Fan Assisted High Speed Cooling
• Condense Collector, which eliminates a drain requirement.
• Air removal HEPA filter
• Data Printers & Chart Recorders
• Vacuum & Drying options
• Anti Lime scale system

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Technical Information

Model: Phoenix 40 Phoenix 60
Autoclave Weight 108 kg 115 kg
Export Case Size 720w x 860h x 850d 720w x 860h x 1030d
Overall Dimensions 550w x 790h x 710d 550w x 790h x 860d
Chamber Dimensions 350 Ø x 460d 350 Ø x 600d
Water requirement 4.55 litres 6.80 litres
Max working temperature 138° C 138° C
Min working temperature 7° C 7° C
Min ambient temperature 11° C 11° C
Max ambient temperature 28° C 28° C
Max hydraulic pressure 4.41 Bar 4.41 Bar
Max working pressure 2.62 Bar 2.62 Bar
Max working vacuum Minus 1 Bar Minus 1 Bar
Electrical site requirement: 1 RCD 13amp Socket outlet
Voltage 230 Volts 230 Volts
Phase requirement 1ph/N 50/60 hz 1ph/N 50/60 hz
Power consumption  3kw 3kw
Fuse rating 13amp 13amp
 

 

Autoclaves - Floor Standing - Rodwell

The Monarch 50 is ideal as an underbench solution, and the Monarch 75 is perfect for large vessels such as fermentors.


Design Features
• 50 or 75 litres
• MP25 Controller
• Monarch 50 fits underneath a standard laboratory bench
• Angled control panel
• Robust space saving design
• Single phase “Plug & play”
• Exceptionally low loading height
• Excellent loading capacity for up to 3 baskets.
• Counterbalanced lid for easy opening

Optional Accessories
• Additional loading baskets
• Waste Discard system
• Fan Assisted Cooling
• Condense collector which eliminates a drain requirement.
• HEPA filter
• Data logging options (paper & paperless)
• 4kw high speed heating (MON75)
• 3kw heater for portability (MON50).

Technical Information

Model: Monarch 50 Monarch 75
Autoclave Weight 120 kg 160 kg
Export Case Size 630w x 1110h x 890d 630w x 1330h x 890d
Overall Dimensions 500w x 785h x 607d 500w x 1095h x 607d
Chamber Dimensions 350 Ø x 520d 350 Ø x 780d
Loading Height 640mm 950mm
Useable chamber capacity 50 litres 75 litres
Water requirement 8 litres 8 litres
Max working temperature 138° C 138° C
Min working temperature 7° C 7° C
Min ambient temperature 11° C 11° C
Max ambient temperature 28° C 28° C
Max hydraulic pressure 4.41 Bar 4.41 Bar
Max working pressure 2.62 Bar 2.62 Bar
Max working vacuum Minus 1 Bar Minus 1 Bar
Electrical site requirement: Switched RCD : 13amp (Mon50) 20amp (Mon75).
Voltage 230 Volts 230 Volts
Phase requirement 1ph/N 50/60 hz 1ph/N 50/60 hz
Power consumption 3kw 4kw
Fuse rating 13amp 20amp
 

 

Autoclaves - Floor Standing - Rodwell

 

The Ensign is a robust and reliable autoclave, ideal for any mid-sized laboratory that needs a configurable workhorse they can rely on for smooth operation.

Design Features
• 100 or 125 litre
• MP 25 Control
• Robust space-saving design

Optional Accessories
• Additional loading baskets
• Automatic Fill
• Automatic drain and re-fill
• Waste discard system
• High speed fan accelerated cooling
• Loading step for 125 litre variant
• Range of loading hoists
• Vacuum air removal systems
• Range of cycle recording systems
• Air removal hepa filter
• Scale prevention systems.

Technical Information

Model: Ensign 100 Ensign 125
Autoclave Weight 320 kg 335 kg
Export Case Size 740w x 1370h x 990d 740w x 1530h x 990d
Overall Dimensions 580w x 1100h x 830d 580w x 1260h x 830d
Chamber Dimensions 460 Ø x 610 deep 460 Ø x 870 deep
Useable chamber capacity 98.75 litres 124.45 litres
Max working temperature 138° C 138° C
Min working temperature 7° C 7° C
Min ambient temperature 11º C 11º C
Max ambient temperature 28º C 28º C
Max hydraulic pressure 4.14 Bar 4.14 Bar
Max working pressure 2.26 Bar 2.26 Bar
Max working vacuum Minus 1 Bar Minus 1 Bar
Electrical site requirement: Switched RCD Required
Mains steam supply 35lb p/h @ 2.67bar 35lb p/h @ 2.67bar
Drain requirement 150º 35mm copper pipe 150º 35mm copper pipe
Voltage 230 Volts 230 Volts
Phase requirement 1ph/N 50/60hz 1ph/N 50/60hz
Power consumption 0.5kw. 0.5kw.
Fuse rating 2amp 2amp
 

 

Autoclaves - Floor Standing - Rodwell

The Ambassador is a heavy duty autoclave that is designed to meet the needs of any busy laboratory. With nine different variants to suit all your needs.


Ambassador DS

Design Features
• 100,125 &158 litre options
• MP25 Control
• Robust space-saving design

Optional Accessories
• Back up integrated emergency boiler
• Air ballasting
• High speed fan accelerated cooling
• Range of cycle recording systems
• Air removal hepa filter
• Loading Trolley
• Additional Baskets and trays
• Drain line condenser for plastic drains
• Vacuum air removal system

Ambassador E

Design Features
• 100,125 &158 litre options
• MP25 Control
• Single or 3 phase option for 100 litre model.
• Robust space-saving design

Optional Accessories
• Automatic fill
• Automatic drain and re-fill
• Scale prevention systems
• Waste discard system
• High speed fan accelerated cooling
• Range of cycle recording systems
• Vacuum air removal
• Integrated steam generator
• Loading Trolley
• Additional Baskets and trays.

Technical Information

Model: Ambassador 100E Ambassador 125E Ambassador 125DS Ambassador 158E Ambassador 158DS
Autoclave Weight 200 kg 205 kg 205 kg 210 kg 210 kg
Export Case Size 760w x 1590h x 1410d 760w x 1590h x 1410d 760w x 1590h x 1410d 760w x 1590h x1410d 760w x 1590h x1410d
Overall Dimensions 650w x 1240h x 1160d 650w x 1240h x 1160d 650w x 1240h x 1160d 650w x 1240h x1310d 650w x 1240h x1310d
Chamber Dimensions 460 Ø x 610d 460 Ø x 760d 460 Ø x 760d 460 Ø x 960d 460 Ø x 960d
Useable chamber capacity 82 litres 107 litres 107 litres 135 litres 135 litres
Water requirement 18 litres 18 litres - 23 litres -
Max working temperature 138° C 138° C 138° C 138° C 138° C
Min working temperature 7° C 7° C 7° C 7° C 7° C
Min ambient temperature 11° C 11° C 11° C 11° C 11° C
Max ambient temperature 28° C 28° C 28° C 28° C 28° C
Max hydraulic pressure 4.14 Bar 4.14 Bar 4.14 Bar 4.14 Bar 4.14 Bar
Max working pressure 2.62 Bar 2.62 Bar 2.62 Bar 2.62 Bar 2.62 Bar
Max working vacuum Minus 1 Bar Minus 1 Bar Minus 1 Bar Minus 1 Bar Minus 1 Bar
Electrical site requirement: 16AMP switched RCD Required Switched RCD required 16AMP switched RCD Required Switched RCD required
Mains steam supply - - 35lb p/h @ 2.67bar - 35lb p/h @ 2.67bar
Drain requirement 150°C 35mmØ copper 150°C 35mmØ copper 150°C 35mmØ copper 150°C 35mmØ copper 150°C 35mmØ copper
Voltage 230/415 Volts 415 Volts 230 Volts 415 Volts 230 Volts
Phase requirement 1ph/3ph/N 50/60 hz 3ph/N 50/60 hz 1ph/N 50/60 hz 3ph/N 50/60 hz 1ph/N 50/60 hz
Power consumption 6kw/9kw 9kw 1kw 9kw 1kw
Fuse rating 16amp 16amp 5amp 16amp 5amp