Miele PLW 8693 DC10 Undercounter Laboratory Glassware Washer

Description

Miele PLW 8693 [DC10] – Product Highlights

• DryPlus hot-air drying for hollow-body glassware circulates HEPA-filtered heated air through narrow-lumened instruments so labware exits the cycle dry and ready for immediate reuse.
• Compact undercounter footprint of roughly 600 mm lets the washer install beneath a benchtop, making it a strong fit for labs integrating reprocessing into an existing casework run.
• Crevice-free laser-welded stainless steel chamber resists corrosion and removes residue traps, keeping the wash cabinet hygienic across high-frequency daily cycles.
• Variable-speed heater pump with spray-arm pressure monitoring adapts wash pressure to each load and documents cleaning action for quality and validation teams.
• M Touch Flex full-touch color display with on-screen how-to sequences shortens operator training and reduces cycle-selection errors, as covered when choosing a long-term laboratory glassware washer.
• Application-specific wash programs including Injector Plus, Pipettes, Organic, Inorganic, Agar, and Plastics let each department match the cycle to its glassware and soil type.
• Integrated water softener and demineralised-water final rinse deliver spot-free, low-residue results that protect downstream analytical and trace-level workflows.
• Waterproof System (WPS) flood protection stops water intake automatically if a fault is detected, reducing the risk of water damage in shared-lab installations.
• Standard WiFi connectivity with optional Ethernet and Miele MOVE supports process documentation and remote status visibility, and integrates with the wider range of Miele laboratory washing and drying systems.
• ARES Scientific is an authorized distributor for Miele, ensuring genuine products with full manufacturer warranty.

Frequently Asked Questions – Miele PLW 8693 [DC10]

What is the Miele PLW 8693 [DC10] laboratory glassware washer?

The Miele PLW 8693 [DC10] is a compact ExpertLine undercounter laboratory glassware washer, also called a lab glasswasher or automated washer-disinfector, that cleans and thermally reprocesses flasks, pipettes, test tubes, vials, and hollow-body labware inside a crevice-free stainless steel chamber. It combines application-specific wash programs, an integrated water softener, a demineralised-water final rinse, and DryPlus hot-air drying so labware exits each cycle clean and dry. The DC10 designation reflects the DryPlus drying package and the comfort DC10 suction lance used to dispense liquid process chemicals.

What laboratory applications is the PLW 8693 used for?

The PLW 8693 is used to reprocess reusable laboratory glassware and plasticware in research, pharmaceutical, and quality-control laboratories, with dedicated programs for injector glassware, pipettes, organic and inorganic residues, agar, oil, and plastics. Its capacity supports up to 128 flasks, 98 pipettes, 196 test tubes, or 196 vials per cycle, which suits media preparation, analytical cleanup, and general labware turnaround. The DryPlus drying stage is particularly useful for hollow-body instruments and narrow-lumened glassware that retain moisture after washing.

Does the PLW 8693 require special water and electrical connections?

Yes, the PLW 8693 connects to one hot water supply and one demineralised (DI) water supply, operates within a flow pressure of 200–1000 kPa, and drains through a DN 22 pump with a maximum delivery head of 100 cm. Its standard connection uses an 8.5 kW heater with a 9.3 kW total rated load on a 3N AC 400 V, 16 A supply, while an alternate AC 230 V, 32 A configuration rated at 2.5 kW heating and 3.3 kW total load is available for sites with different electrical infrastructure. Site utilities should always be verified against the official Miele installation documentation before purchase.

What is the difference between the compact PLW 8693 and a larger freestanding laboratory washer?

The PLW 8693 uses a compact roughly 600 mm footprint that builds under a benchtop to save space, which suits departmental or point-of-use reprocessing, while larger freestanding washers offer greater single-load capacity for central wash rooms. The right choice depends on daily throughput, available space, and workflow layout, a trade-off explained in this undercounter versus freestanding laboratory washer comparison. Laboratories comparing Miele units can also review the Miele PG 8593 laboratory glassware washer to weigh features against footprint.

Is the PLW 8693 compliant with laboratory washer-disinfector standards?

The PLW 8693 is designed and tested in accordance with EN ISO 15883-1 for washer-disinfectors, together with EN 61010-1, EN 61010-2-040, and EN 61326-1, and carries IP 21 protection under EN 60529. Its Hygiene 93/10 program and 93 °C maximum final rinse temperature support thermal disinfection workflows that depend on defined time-at-temperature parameters. Facilities with additional program-specific compliance requirements should confirm suitability against their own validation protocols and the manufacturer’s documentation.

What HEPA filtration and drying does the PLW 8693 provide?

The PLW 8693 includes the DryPlus hot-air drying unit, which draws air through an H13 HEPA filter rated at 99.95% efficiency and circulates heated air at up to 60 m³/h with a drying time adjustable from 0 to 120 minutes. This particle-filtered drying air helps prevent recontamination while removing residual moisture from narrow-lumened and hollow-body glassware. The HEPA filter has a rated service life of 200 hours.