About Antibiotic Zone Readers
Antibiotic Zone Readers
The Antibiotic zone reader provides a rapid accurate method for determining the strength of antibiotic materials by measuring the diameter of an inhibited zone in petri dish.
This zone reader measures the diameter of the inhibited zone to0.02mm with the range of 0 to 35mm. It works on 220V AC 50Hz. Accurate Measurement Made EffortlessThis zone reader uses a 2X built-in magnifying lens and bright illumination to give precise analog readings of inhibition zones, crucial for antibiotic susceptibility assessments. Its high-precision acrylic scale ensures measurements up to 0.1 mm accuracy, supporting reliable lab results.
Robust Design for Laboratory UseConstructed with a corrosion-resistant, powder-coated metal body, this device is built to withstand regular usage in busy laboratory environments. Its compatibility with standard petri dishes and clear white and blue finish provide both practicality and style.
Convenient and User-Friendly OperationOperating the reader is straightforwardsimply place the petri dish onto the stage, align the zone using the manual controls, and read the diameter directly through the magnified view. The analog readout and built-in lighting system make the measurement process efficient and clear for all researchers.
FAQs of Antibiotic Zone Readers:
Q: How does the Antibiotic Zone Reader improve the measurement process for inhibition zones?
A: The device features a 2X magnification and a built-in light, allowing users to easily see and measure the exact diameter of inhibition zones with high clarity and precision, improving reproducibility and reliability in laboratory results.
Q: What types of petri dishes are compatible with this zone reader?
A: The zone reader accommodates standard petri dishes with diameters of 90 mm and 100 mm, but it can measure inhibition zones on dishes up to 150 mm in capacity, allowing flexibility for various laboratory needs.
Q: When should this instrument be used in the laboratory workflow?
A: This reader is employed after incubating petri dishes with antibiotic discs, when it is necessary to measure the diameters of the clear inhibition zones during antibiotic susceptibility testing in microbiology applications.
Q: Where is the ideal place to use this Antibiotic Zone Reader?
A: Best used in scientific laboratories such as microbiology, clinical diagnostics, pharmaceutical research, and academic research labswhere precision inhibition zone measurement is essential.
Q: What is the benefit of using a clear acrylic scale with 1 mm graduation?
A: The acrylic scale with 1 mm graduation, enhanced by a 2X magnification lens, allows for high-accuracy readings, up to 0.1 mm precision. This reduces human error and increases confidence in measured results.
Q: How does the built-in illumination assist in zone reading?
A: The integrated light highlights the clear zones on petri dishes, making it significantly easier to identify the boundaries and accurately measure even faint or small inhibition zones.
Q: What steps are involved in operating this manual Antibiotic Zone Reader?
A: To use the instrument, place the petri dish onto the reader, align the zone of inhibition under the magnifier, use the analog graduated scale to read the diameter, and record the measurement. Operation is manual but simplified by the optical and illumination features.