Spreaders
Meet specific plate and growth medium demands with the selection of cell spreaders, lifters, and inoculating loops and needles. Accomplish uniform petri-dish or plate spreading distribution for a superior bacteria population in microbiology culture testing. Different bar shapes are designed to prevent agar tearing and provide complete control even with low impact edges. All spreaders may be used to stain to highlight key cell structures for easier microscopic observations.
VWR® Wooden Inoculation Picks
VWR® wooden inoculation picks are available in three convenient sizes (1.28”, 2.5”, and 6”) to accommodate various transfer, inoculating, and streaking needs.
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VWR® Nichrome/Aluminum Innoculating Loops
VWR® Nichrome/Aluminum Innoculating Loops consist of a nichrome wire loop mounted to an aluminum handle.
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Ward's® Sterile, Disposable Cell Spreaders
Smooth-edged spreaders are excellent for spreading cultures and liquids without unwanted cutting, scraping, or gouging of agar during inoculation.
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Innoculating Loops
Color set of four inoculating loops with brass handles and four colors.
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Color-Coded Inoculating Loops, Dynalon
Made of color-coded styrene, these inoculating loops are easy to organize.
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Inoculating Needle with Nickel-Chromium Wire and Aluminum Handle
A 3" length of 24 gauge Ni/Cr wire set in a 6" L solid aluminum handle.
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Innoculating Loop
A single piece innoculating loop with an alluminum handle and fixed Nickel-Chromium wire.
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Extra Long Nichrome Inoculating Needle
The 10cm wire makes it easy to reach cultures even in large culture tubes. With safety always in mind, its length also means easy, and safe, flame sterilizing.