3M Petrifilm Aqua Heterotrophic Count 1000pcs

Take advantage of the convenience and efficiency of the Neogen Petrifilm Plate platform. Detects hetertrophic bacteria in bottled water. Results after 3-5 days Colonies can be taken for an identification of a positive Petrifilm test.

Each plate contains a water-soluble gelling agent, nutrients and indicators in a dry format.

Companies around the world rely on Neogen Petrifilm Plates for accurate, efficient and consistent results. The Neogen Petrifilm Aqua Heterotrophic Count Plate provides fast, accurate results for reading Heterotrophic bacteria in the bottled water industry. Results in 3 to 5 days.

Advantages Aqua Heterotrophic Count plate:

• Easy to use.
• 18 months shelf life.
• Reduces incubator space and waste.
• Eliminates the need for agar preparation.

Recommended sectors for Aqua Heterophrophic Count plates:

• Environment, water research, food & beverage.

Method: Plate with filter procedure:

• 48 hours +- 3 hours at 35C +- 2C

Method: direct plate procedure:

• 44 hours +- 4 hours at 36C +- 2C
• 68 h +- 4 h at 22C +- 2C

Optimal pH range: Not applicable

Counting area: 20 cm

Incubation: Stacks of 20 or less

These Petrifilm counting plates are designed to improve the efficiency of testing and reduce costs compared to traditional agar methods. This allows laboratories to increase productivity and profitability.