JMX connectors can withstand up to 200 cycles of steam autoclave sterilization for both pre-vacuum and gravity displacement processes. One cycle is defined at 134°C during four minutes. In addition, the JMX series is qualified by the UL, ensuring a sterility assurance level of 10^-6. This means there is only 1 chance out of 1,000,000 (one million) of having a non-sterile unit after one autoclave cycle. The rugged and reliable performance of the plastic push-pull connector series are necessary characteristics in the medical sector where patient health and safety is the number one priority.