Bio Safety Cabinet Class II Type B2

Product Description

When handling dangerous biological materials, particularly those employed in microbiological research and clinical work, a Class II Type B2 biological safety cabinet (BSC) is a specialised containment device used in laboratories to safeguard both employees and the environment. The enclosed workstation and controlled airflow are intended to reduce the danger of contamination and create a secure working environment.

The essential characteristics and duties of a Class II Type B2 biological safety cabinet are listed below:

1. Airflow and containment: Class II Type B2 BSCs are made to offer protection for both people and products. To keep the environment within the cabinet under control, they combine inward airflow with HEPA filtration. Since the cabinet is under negative pressure in relation to its surroundings, pollutants cannot escape.

2. HEPA Filtration: The BSC has HEPA filters installed to eliminate bacteria and particulate particles from the air entering the cabinet. These filters are very effective, eliminating 99.97% or more of particles with a diameter of 0.3 micrometres or greater.

3. The airflow pattern of Class II Type B2 BSCs is recirculating. The filtered air is vented to the outside world through special ductwork, with a part of it being pumped back into the cabinet. By doing so, you may preserve a sterile working environment and safeguard the environment from potential biohazards.

4. Protection of Personnel: Class II Type B2 BSCs offer a high level of protection to personnel. They have laminar airflow, which shields the operator from dangerous contaminants by directing a controlled stream of clean air across the work surface.

5. Environmental Protection: These cabinets are made to guard against biological agents that could be damaging to the environment. The risk of contaminants being released into the laboratory or facility is decreased since the exhaust air is cleaned by HEPA filters before being evacuated to the outside.

6. Class II Type B2 BSCs frequently come with safety features including alarms for airflow velocity and filter integrity, interlocking mechanisms to stop several doors from opening at once, and ergonomic designs for user comfort and ease.

7. Applications include clinical, research, and diagnostic laboratories where work with biohazardous items, such as pathogenic microbes, is undertaken. Class II Type B2 BSCs are frequently employed in these settings. They are appropriate for tasks like cell culture, sample preparation, and microbial culture manipulation.

Class II Type B2 BSCs are distinct from other kinds of biosafety cabinets, including Class I or Class II Type A2 cabinets, in that they feature varied airflow patterns and provide varying degrees of protection. It is crucial to consider the particular needs of your business when choosing a BSC, check the pertinent biosafety rules, and confirm that the chosen cabinet complies with the required safety standards.

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FAQ 

1. What exactly is a BSC Class II Type B2 biosafety cabinet?

Ans - A self-contained air circulation system called a Bio Safety Cabinet (BSC) Class II Type B2 is used to safely carry out procedures that involve hazardous compounds. The BSC offers a closed workspace where users are shielded from biological aerosols and other dangerous substances.

2. What kinds of biological substances are acceptable for a BSC Class II Type B2?

Ans - The BSC Class II Type B2 is intended for the safe handling of materials used in the manufacture, isolation, and culture of microbiological agents with a moderate to low level of danger. These substances include, but are not limited to, fungi, spores, bacteria and viruses, as well as other biohazardous substances.

3. What is the Class II Bio Safety Cabinet (BSC) Type B2's function?

Ans - Hazardous biomaterials can be handled in a safe and secure setting with the BSC Class II Type B2 while minimising the operator's exposure to potentially harmful substances. Both non-affected individuals and the environment outside the BSC are protected by the air containment system.

4. What safety precautions should be followed when using a Class II Type B2 Bio Safety Cabinet (BSC)?

Ans - All safety precautions, including wearing the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), making sure the unit is completely sealed, and using the right ventilation, should be followed when using the BSC Class II Type B2. Additionally, the operator needs to be trained and knowledgeable about all relevant safety regulations including handling biohazardous chemicals.

5. How frequently should a Bio Safety Cabinet (BSC) Class II Type B2 be maintained and cleaned?

Ans - The BSC needs to undergo regular maintenance to remain in top operational condition. Cleaning the cabinet's interior and outside falls under this. While the cabinet's exterior surfaces should also be cleaned, the inner surfaces and filter should be cleaned extensively as part of the internal cleaning. Additionally, as necessary, the interior and exterior surfaces should be properly sterilised. The motor and fan system also have to undergo routine maintenance.