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autoclave
Also known as a sterilizer, this closed device exposes items to steam at a high pressure in order to decontaminate and sterizie reusable materials. Items to be sterilized must be made of metal or other high-temperature-resistant materials. Autoclaves are commonly used to sterilize reusable medical equipment, surgical equipment, dental equipment, tattoo needles, hair-removal instruments, and other commonly uses devices to prevent the spread of contaminants from one patient to another.