Factory order — next shipment expected early January 2027SN-500C · Yamato Scientific America US stock report
Why order the SN500C from LabSupplies.com
Key Features
- Top-loading design: easy sample loading and handling on a 47 L chamber.
- Wide temperature range: 45 to 135°C operation, with 135°C suitable for protein modification.
- Programmable cycles: manages ordinary sterilization, culture media and liquid sterilization, and media melting, with custom programs saved for reuse.
- Timer start and pre-heating: schedule cycles and reduce wait time for efficient workflow.
- Cooling fan: shortens cool-down time after a cycle completes.
- Mobile on wheels: reposition the unit within the lab without disassembly.
How to Choose the Right Sterilizer / Autoclave
Selecting a steam sterilizer comes down to matching chamber capacity, temperature reach, and site power to your daily throughput and sample types. Use these axes to confirm fit before purchase.
- Temperature range: a 45 to 135°C range covers standard sterilization plus higher-temperature protein modification work.
- Voltage: confirm your bench or room supplies 100-120V before ordering this configuration.
- Footprint and mobility: Yamato lists external dimensions (W × D × H) of 460 × 590 × 1058 mm (18.1 × 23.2 × 41.7 in); packed for shipping it measures 29 × 23 × 51 in at 287 lb.
- Cycle efficiency: timer start, pre-heating, and a cooling fan shorten total turnaround between loads.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 47 L |
| Voltage | 115V |
| System | Automatic high-pressure steam sterilizer |
| Operating Temperature Range | 45 to 135°C *1 |
| Max. Operating Pressure | 0.255 MPa |
| Temperature Control System | PID control by microprocessor |
| Lid | Manual upward-opening with safety interlock |
| Operation Modes | Instrument, liquid, sterilize-and-keep-warm, melt-and-keep-warm, and custom-programmed courses |
| Safety Devices | Sensor-failure detection; SSR short-circuit; broken-heater detection; idle-heating prevention; drain-bottle absence alarm; lid-lock failure detection; pressure relief valve (0.255 MPa) |
| Cooling | Axial fan motor with forced cooling |
| Internal Capacity | 47 L |
| Internal Dimensions | ø300 × D665 mm |
| Heater | 950 W × 2 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| GTIN (Barcode) | 797059927142 |
| Shipping Weight | 287 lbs |
| External Dimensions (W × D × H) | 460 × 590 × 1058 mm (18.1 × 23.2 × 41.7 in) |
| Shipping Dimensions (L × W × H) | 29 × 23 × 51 in |
| Component Size | 47 L |
| Warranty | 1 year (Yamato Scientific America) |
| Service | Calibration and preventive maintenance on site by Yamato-certified technicians or at Yamato's California service center |
Compare SN Series Models
| Model | Capacity | Exterior | Shipping weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| SN300C | 32 L | 400 × 590 × 848 mm (15.7 × 23.2 × 33.4 in) | 249 lbs |
| SN500C (this model) | 47 L | 460 × 590 × 1058 mm (18.1 × 23.2 × 41.7 in) | 287 lbs |
| SN510C | 47 L | 460 × 590 × 1058 mm (18.1 × 23.2 × 41.7 in) | 287 lbs |
All models in this group share: temperature range 45 to 135°C.
Ordering Information
| Catalog number | GTIN / UPC |
|---|---|
| SN-500C | 797059927142 |
| Manufacturer | Yamato Scientific |
| Manufacturer part number | SN-500C |
| UNSPSC | 42281508 — Autoclaves or steam sterilizers |
| HTS code | 8419.20.0020 |
| Export classification (ECCN) | EAR99 |
Documents & Downloads
- Yamato SN Series Steam Sterilizer without Dryer brochure (PDF, 2.0 MB)
- Yamato Scientific America product page
Parts & Accessories for the SN500C
Genuine Yamato SN-series parts. Fitment is taken from each part's Yamato description.
More in This Series
- Yamato SN510C Sterilizer Without Dryer 47L 220V
- Yamato SN300C Sterilizer Without Dryer 32L
- Yamato SM501 Sterilizer With Dryer 47L
- Yamato SQ500C Large Capacity Sterilizer Without Dryer 50L
- Yamato SK801 Forced Convection Dry Sterilizer 300L
- Yamato SM301 Sterilizer With Dryer 32L
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the temperature range of the SN500C sterilizer?
The SN500C operates from 45 to 135°C. A maximum 135°C cycle supports protein modification in addition to ordinary sterilization, culture media and liquid sterilization, and media melting.
What is the chamber capacity and footprint?
Chamber capacity is 47 L. Yamato lists external dimensions (W × D × H) of 460 × 590 × 1058 mm (18.1 × 23.2 × 41.7 in); packed for shipping it measures 29 × 23 × 51 in at 287 lb.
What voltage does the SN500C require?
The SN500C runs on 100-120V (115V) power. Confirm your bench or room supplies a matching 100-120V circuit before installation.
Can sterilization cycles be programmed and reused?
Yes. Custom programs can be saved for repeated use, and the sterilizer handles ordinary sterilization, culture media and liquid sterilization, and media melting through simple setting and operation.
Does this model include a drying function?
No. The SN500C is the configuration without a dryer. It does include timer start, pre-heating, and a cooling fan to shorten cool-down time between loads.
What is the UNSPSC code for the Yamato SN500C?
The Yamato SN500C is classified under UNSPSC 42281508 (autoclaves or steam sterilizers).
Where is the Yamato SN500C manufactured?
Yamato Scientific lists China as the country of origin for the SN500C.
Is there a spec sheet or brochure for the Yamato SN500C?
Yes. The Yamato SN Series Steam Sterilizer without Dryer brochure (2.0 MB PDF) is linked under Documents & Downloads on this page.
How does the Yamato SN500C compare with the other SN Series models?
Yamato builds this SN Series line in 3 sizes: 32 L (SN300C), 47 L (SN500C) and 47 L (SN510C). All share temperature range 45 to 135°C. The comparison table on this page lists capacity, exterior and shipping weight side by side.
What safety devices does the Yamato SN500C have?
Yamato lists these safety devices for the SN500C: sensor-failure detection; SSR short-circuit; broken-heater detection; idle-heating prevention; drain-bottle absence alarm; lid-lock failure detection; pressure relief valve (0.255 MPa).
