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.
CELLTREAT Scientific Products 10l Inoculating Loop, Bulk Pack, Sterile
CELLTREAT Scientific Products 10¿L Inoculating Loop. Flexible for easy access to small volume tubes and dishes. Color coded blue for easy identification. Gentle on delicate agar or other surfaces. 221mm Lenth. Made from polypropylene. RNase/DNase free and non-pyrogenic. Every case is printed with the lot number for quality traceability. Bulk packed sterile, 20/pack, 2000/case.
CELLTREAT Scientific Products Inoculating Needle, Bulk Pack, Sterile
CELLTREAT Scientific Products Inoculating Needle. Flexible for easy access to small volume tubes and dishes. Color coded yellow for easy identification. Gentle on delicate agar or other surfaces. 221mm Lenth. Made from polypropylene. RNase/DNase free and non-pyrogenic. Every case is printed with the lot number for quality traceability. Bulk packed sterile, 20/pack, 2000/case.
Cole-Parmer Argos Technologies Large Inoculating Loops, 5.45 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 Brass Inoculating Loop and Needle Holder, 6"; Each
Reusable Inoculating Loops with handles are used to select, inoculate or transfer microbiological samples. Handles are insulated to protect the hand during use. Loops and Handles cool rapidly after sterilization. Loops and without handles are sold separately as models 04396-35 through -39. Needle without handle is available as model 04396-49.
Cole-Parmer Argos Technologies Inoculating Streaker Loops, Small, Blue; 2.5 mm ID; 5/Pk
These loops attached to a light-weight aluminum handle are made of high quality twisted nichrome wire. The handles are insulated to protect the hand, during use. The loops have been designed to slide along agar surfaces without cutting or tearing. Loops and handles cool rapidly, after sterilization. They are offered calibrated (1l & 10l) or non-calibrated. Non-calibrated loops and handles are available as small, medium or large and color coded for easy identification.
Cole-Parmer Argos Technologies Brass Inoculating Loop and Needle Holder, 8"; Each
Reusable Inoculating Loops with handles are used to select, inoculate or transfer microbiological samples. Handles are insulated to protect the hand during use. Loops and Handles cool rapidly after sterilization. Loops and without handles are sold separately as models 04396-35 through -39. Needle without handle is available as model 04396-49.
Electron Microscopy Sciences Inoculating Loops, Flexible PP, 10 ul
Sterile, disposable and verifiably accurate 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 single use, there is no risk of cross-contamination and no need for flaming. They are flexible enough for streaking, yet rigid enough for subsurface inoculation.
The unique hexaginal shape of the shaft makes it easier to grip, position 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. These loops provide an efficient, cost-effective and time saving alternative to traditional metallic loops.
Material: Flexible PP
Size: 10 ul
Length: 200 mm
Research Products International Corp SmartPicks, Large, Needle Point, 6 inches long, 500 per pack
smartPicks Wooden Inoculation are manufactured of naturally biodegradable 100% USA grown white birch, autoclavable and naturally biodegradable. Available in both a semi-pointed and needle pointed tip for various applications. Short 1.28" tips are ideal for use with 1.5 ml micro-tubes.
GSC Go Science Crazy Inoculating Needle, Straight Nichrome Wire, Metal Handle
ideal for retrieving an inoculum from a culture or transferring microorganisms to streak plates or cultures. This straight needle is made out of nichrome wire. It is attached to a 6 in. long metal handle.
Fisherbrand™ Disposable Inoculating Loops
These Disposable Inoculating Loops are smooth and flexible to facilitate smooth, uniform streaking without damaging gel surfaces. Sterile and non-sterile options available.
BD Difco™ Pinworm Paddles
For collection and examination of the pinworm, Enterobius vermicularis
Bel-Art™ Replacement Cushion for Inoculating Turntable
Replacement pad for a lightweight and portable inoculating turntable.
