GE Wave Biotech STF-IRC Sterile Tube Fuser for Sterile Thermoplastic Hose Welding

The GE Wave Biotech STF-IRC Sterile Tube Fuser is a contact-free infrared welding system for joining thermoplastic single-use hoses in biopharmaceutical and pharmaceutical processing environments. It is designed for disposable bioreactor systems, sterile transfer lines, media preparation, and filling applications where contamination-controlled connections are required.

• Technology: Contact-free infrared welding of thermoplastic hose lines
• Application: Sterile welding of single-use hoses
• Compatible hose sizes: 1/4 in to 1 in outside diameter, depending on the hose model
• Compatible materials: C-Flex®, TPE, Pharmed®, and PVC, depending on the model
• Typical welding time: Less than 2 minutes per connection
• Operation: Start button with LED display and a straightforward user interface
• Cleaning: Smooth surfaces designed for disinfection and GMP-oriented processing
• Dimensions: Approximately 320 × 400 × 250 mm
• Weight: Approximately 10 kg
• Power supply: 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz
• Housing: Stainless steel and plastic construction suitable for cleanroom environments
• Compliance: GMP-, FDA-, and CE-compliant

The STF-IRC provides rapid, reproducible sterile hose connections without direct contact, particle formation, or welding residues. This sterile tube sealer is suitable for biotechnology workflows including bioprocessing, single-use manufacturing, media transfer, and biopharmaceutical production pipelines. The device is reported to be in excellent condition, tested, and ready for use.