Pre-Sale Sterilization

All CMA probes and guides are available sterilized by beta irradiation. This sterilization service incurs an additional purchase fee and lead time based on probe model and quantity to be purchased. 

NOTE: No sterility validation has been performed, therefore the probes and guides cannot be labeled or marketed as sterile.

Post-Sale Sterilization

At present, we do not have an approved post-sale sterilization procedure (other than beta irradiation) for the following probe models and guides: CMA 7, 8, 11, 12, 20, 22, 30, 31, and 32, as well as all Guides. 

Researchers have chosen to sterilize probes using ethylene oxide (EtO). The material of the probe is compatible with EtO, however the adhesive used absorbs EtO and releases it slowly making it hard to determine when all residuals have dissipated. If you chose to use EtO we recommend waiting several days before using your probes to provide the best chance for the residuals to dissipate. 

Chart of compatibility:

*NOTE:  The adhesive used in the probes absorbs EtO and releases it slowly. Adequate