Description
| Catalogue No. | Capacity | Pack of |
| 12079/1 | 90 mm x 15.80 mm (packed in sleeve of 20) | 480 |
| 12079/2 | 140 mm x 17.50 mm (packed in sleeve of 5) | 180 |
MEDILAB Sterile Petri Dishes are high-clarity, ready-to-use disposable culture plates designed for reliable microbiological work. Manufactured from premium-grade polystyrene, each dish is pre-sterilized to ensure contamination-free performance in laboratory and industrial environments. These dishes are essential for routine culturing, microbial isolation, and quality control testing, offering consistent results and dependable hygiene standards.
Key Features
- Pre-sterilised & ready to use – Individually packed in sterile polyethylene bags for contamination-free handling.
- Crystal-clear transparency – Ensures excellent visibility of colonies and culture development.
- Non-toxic & biologically inert – Supports accurate microbial growth without interference.
- Uniform thickness & flat base – Designed for even media distribution and reproducible experimental outcomes.
- Lightweight & shatter-resistant – Safe, durable, and convenient for high-volume daily lab operations.
- Smooth internal surface – Prevents media disruption and promotes optimal colony formation.
- Radiation sterilised – Ensures high sterility assurance suitable for sensitive QC or clinical applications.
Material Specifications
- Material: Optically clear medical-grade Polystyrene (PS)
- Thermal Properties: Stable at standard incubation temperatures (not autoclavable)
- Chemical Resistance: Compatible with most aqueous media and microbiological reagents
- Mechanical Properties: Rigid, stable, and designed to maintain shape during incubation
- Standards Compliance: Manufactured under global laboratory plasticware best practices (ISO-compliant plant)
Technical Specifications
- Available Sizes: As per the standard size table
- Design Options: Vented or non-vented lids (depending on model)
- Accuracy/Tolerance: Uniform wall and base thickness for consistent media level
- Calibration: Not applicable
- Packaging: Individually or batch-packed in sterile polyethylene bags. Outer corrugated carton for safe global transport
- Accessories Included: None required; compatible with standard culture media
Handling & Precautions
- Handle using aseptic techniques to maintain sterility.
- Store in a cool, dry, dust-free environment away from direct sunlight.
- Do not autoclave. PS is not heat-resistant.
- Avoid contact with strong organic solvents.
- Use disposable gloves when handling to maintain sterility.
- Dispose of used dishes according to local biohazard waste regulations.
Applications
- Microbiology culture and colony isolation
- Environmental monitoring and surface testing
- Pharmaceutical and biotech QC/QA laboratories
- Food & beverage industry microbial analysis
- Academic and research laboratories
- Clinical diagnostics, hospital labs, and pathology units
- Routine media preparation and culture maintenance workflows
