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.
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
Electron Microscopy Sciences 10 mcL Loop/Needle Yellow, Individually Wrapped
Disposable incubation loops and needles eliminating the need for flaming metal loops and exposure to airborne pathogens. Precision molded from biological inert polymers. Irradiation sterilized.
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.
Alkali Scientific CellPro™ Inoculating Loops, Rigid Polystyrene 10uL, 1000/Case, Individually Wrapped
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.
Alkali Scientific CellPro™ Inoculating Loops, Rigid Polystyrene 1uL, 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.
Med Vet International McKesson Inoculating Loop with Needle, 1 µL, 20-Centimeter Length, 16-1FLWN, 1000/Case
Inoculating Loop with Needle McKesson 1 µL ABS Integrated Handle Sterile Disposables for collection and inoculation by streaking or puncturing methods Smooth construction facilitates uniform streaking of culture media Loop combinations have an integrated loop/needle design, eliminating the need for a separate needle Flexible feel media type Integrated handle Sterilized by gamma irradiation There are 25 calibrated inoculating loops in a tamper-evident resealable bag
Electron Microscopy Sciences Twist Hook, Twist Left Only
Twist left only, made from all stainless steel construction.
Electron Microscopy Sciences Bowman Micro Needle, Straight
Straight, made from all stainless steel construction.
Med Vet International McKesson Inoculating Loop, Dark Blue,10 ?L, 20-Centimeter Length, 16-10RL, 1000/Case
Inoculating Loop McKesson 10 ?L Polystyrene Integrated Handle Sterile Disposables for collection and inoculation by streaking or puncturing methods Smooth construction facilitates uniform streaking of culture media Loop combinations have an integrated loop/needle design, eliminating the need for a separate needle Rigid feel media type Integrated handle Sterilized by gamma irradiation Dark blue There are 25 calibrated inoculating loops in a tamper-evident resealable bag
Med Vet International McKesson Inoculating Loop with Needle, 10 µL, 16-FLWN, 1000/Case
Inoculating Loop with Needle McKesson 10 ?L ABS Integrated Handle Sterile Sterilized by gamma irradiation Disposable for collection and inoculation by streaking or puncturing methods Flexible feel Smooth construction facilitates uniform streaking of culture media Loop combinations feature integrated loop/needle design, eliminating the need for a separate needle
Med Vet International McKesson Inoculating Loop, Light Blue,10 µL, 20 cm Length, 16-10FL, 1000/Case
Inoculating Loop McKesson 10 ?L High Impact Polystyrene Integrated Handle Sterile Disposables for collection and inoculation by streaking or puncturing methods Smooth construction facilitates uniform streaking of culture media Loop combinations have an integrated loop/needle design, eliminating the need for a separate needle Flexible feel media type Integrated handle Sterilized by gamma irradiation Light blue There are 25 calibrated inoculating loops in a tamper-evident resealable bag