Inoculating Loops and Needles
Devices used for inoculation, serial dilution, sterile sampling, sample transfer, and microbiological sample spreading; available in materials such as polymers, aluminum, and other metals. Includes disposable and color-coded products.
Inoculating loops and needles (sometimes called microstreakers or inoculating wands) are hand-held devices for inoculating plated or tubed growth media with micro-organisms such as bacteria or yeasts prior to incubation, multiplication, and growth. The inoculum is typically streaked onto, or stabbed into, solid agar-based media, or simply introduced and dispersed into liquid media. Inoculating loops and needles are also useful for sampling and transferring small quantities of micro-organism prior to further analysis, microscopic examination, or serial dilution.
Inoculating loops and needles consist of a handle with a terminal loop or needle that is designed to pick up and transfer a small quantity of inoculum (typically 1 to 10 μL) from a donor culture to the growth medium of choice. Some loops are calibrated and color-coded to transfer semi-quantitative amounts of inoculum.
Alkali Scientific CellPro™ Inoculating Loops, Rigid Polystyrene 10uL, 1000/Case, Peels/Pack
These sterile disposable plastic loops and needles are designed for use in quantitative procedures such as sampling, urine counts, and serial dilutions, as well as for bacterial inoculation. Because they are pre-sterilized and designed for single use, there is no risk of cross-contamination and no need for flaming. The unique hexagonal shape of the shaft makes it easier to grip, orientate, and guide through a smooth streaking process. The loop surfaces are extremely smooth with no rough edges and no flashing or burrs on the loop head. This results in the elimination of cutting or gouging of the agar surface. Rigid loops and needles allow for more precise streaking patterns on agar plates, which is essential for isolating individual colonies or performing quantitative assays. They are also better suited for handling viscous or dense samples, where flexibility might impede the ability to effectively collect and transfer the sample.
Electron Microscopy Sciences Bowman Micro Needle, Straight
Straight, made from all stainless steel construction.
Electron Microscopy Sciences Twist Hook, Twist Left Only
Twist left only, made from all stainless steel construction.
CELLTREAT Scientific Products 1l Inoculating Loop, Individual Pack, Sterile
CELLTREAT Scientific Products 1¿L Inoculating Loop. Flexible for easy access to small volume tubes and dishes. Color coded white for easy identification. Gentle on delicate agar or other surfaces. 218mm Lenth. Made from polypropylene. RNase/DNase free and non-pyrogenic. Every case is printed with the lot number for quality traceability. Individually packed sterile, 600/case
Research Products International Corp Inoculating Loop, 10ul, YLW, S, Ind. Wrap., 250/cs
Inoculating loops and needles are smooth and flexible for uniform streaking without damaging the gel surface. Made of durable polystyrene for easy disposal after each use. Supplied in sealed packs with certification. Individually wrapped, 250 per case.Smooth and flexiblePacked in tamperproof resealable bagsDo not require flaming, eliminates risk of infectionShipping Weight: 1 lbsShipping Dimensions: 7.00 x 11.00 x 3.00Product usually ships within 24 hours.Research or further manufacturing use only, not for food or drug use.
Quality Biological Inc 10ul Inoculating Loop, Individual Pack, Blue, 221mm, Sterile
10ul Inoculating Loop, Individual Pack, Blue, 221mm, Sterile
Quality Biological Inc 1ul Inoculating Loop, Individual Pack, White, 218mm, Sterile
1ul Inoculating Loop, Individual Pack, White, 218mm, Sterile
Chemglass Life Sciences Inoculation Pick, Large, Needle Point, 0.3175cm OD x 15.24cm Long
Inoculation Pick, Large, Needle Point, 0.3175cm OD x 15.24cm Long. • Go from autoclave to microtube• Available in three lengths and with semi or needle points• Non-sterile, meet FDA requirements for food• 100% USA grown White Birch• Environmentally friendly – naturally biodegradableMade in a USA, ISO and FDA registered facility, wooden inoculation picks provide a faster way to inoculate. It’s simple, after autoclaving, just “pick” the colony, drop the wooden pick into your media and close the lid. No need to remove the pick. Available in three convenient sizes to accommodate various transfer, inoculation and streaking needs.
Thomas Scientific 1æl Inoculating Loop, Individual Pack, White, 218mm, Sterile
CELLTREAT inoculating loops and needles are made from high quality polypropylene and are available in 3 styles; needle, 1µl loop and 10µl loop. The stems are flexible and can be bent to access small volume tubes and dishes and they are color-coded for easy identification. The surface of the loops and needles are vacuum-gas plasma treated, they are packaged in peel-to-open paper/plastic wrappers and are sterile (gamma irradiated). An inoculation loop, also called a smear loop or micro-streaker, is a tool used by biologists to retrieve inoculum using the phenomenon of surface tension. The loop is used to cultivate microbes by streaking agar in a petri dish or plate for subsequent growth. The size of the loop is consistent assuring accurate and repeatable transfers. CELLTREAT L-Shaped Cell Spreaders are ideal for evenly spreading bacterial cultures and are made from high quality polypropylene. They are packaged sterile (gamma irradiated) in individual or bulk, easy-to-ope
Chemglass Life Sciences Inoculating Needle, White, Individually Wrapped, Sterile, 400/Pack
Loops and needles are made from high quality polypropylene and are flexible so stem can be bent to access small volume tubes and dishes. Color coded for easy identification.PP material, hydrophilicUsed in microbiology experimentsDifferent colors for identificationFlexible handles for easier collection and inoculationSterilized by Ethylene OxideEasy-tear sterile individual packaging
Cole-Parmer Argos Technologies Teasing Needle, 6", Angled, 19 Guage, Blue; Each
Needles are made from high quality nichrome wire that cools rapidly after sterilization. Available with or without handle and straight or angled needle.
Cole-Parmer Argos Technologies Inoculating Needles, 3", 25 Gauge; 12/Pk
Needles are made from high quality nichrome wire that cools rapidly after sterilization. Available with or without handle and straight or angled needle.
Cole-Parmer Argos Technologies Calibrated Inoculating Loops, 1 uL, 1.45 mm ID; 5/Pk
These inoculating loops are made from high quality twisted nichrome wire. The loops have been designed to slide along agar surfaces without cutting or tearing. They cool rapidly and are less expensive than platinum. The loops are supplied without handles and available calibrated or non-calibrated. Brass loop handles are sold separately as models 04396-40 and -41.
Cole-Parmer Argos Technologies Small Inoculating Loops, 2.45 mm ID; 25/Pk
These inoculating loops are made from high quality twisted nichrome wire. The loops have been designed to slide along agar surfaces without cutting or tearing. They cool rapidly and are less expensive than platinum. The loops are supplied without handles and available calibrated or non-calibrated. Brass loop handles are sold separately as models 04396-40 and -41.
Cole-Parmer Argos Technologies Teasing Needle, 6", Straight, 19 Guage, White; Each
Needles are made from high quality nichrome wire that cools rapidly after sterilization. Available with or without handle and straight or angled needle.