PETRI DISH (PLASTIC)
Product Description
A Plastic Petri Dish is a shallow, cylindrical laboratory container made from clear, chemically resistant plastic materials such as polystyrene or polypropylene. Designed for single-use or limited reuse, plastic Petri dishes provide a convenient and cost-effective alternative to glass, especially in applications where sterility and disposability are priorities. These dishes are commonly used in microbiology, cell
Primary Uses
Laboratory and Medical Applications
- Culturing bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms.
- Growing cell cultures in research and clinical diagnostics.
- Performing antibiotic susceptibility and other microbiological tests.
- Observing seed germination and small plant growth.
- Sterile sample collection and processing.
Secondary Uses
Educational and Industrial Applications
- Teaching microbiology and cell biology techniques in academic settings.
- Environmental sampling for microbial contamination.
- Small-scale chemical and crystallization studies.
Petri Dish (Plastic)
Product Description
A Plastic Petri Dish is a shallow, cylindrical laboratory container made from clear, chemically resistant plastic materials such as polystyrene or polypropylene. Designed for single-use or limited reuse, plastic Petri dishes provide a convenient and cost-effective alternative to glass, especially in applications where sterility and disposability are priorities. These dishes are commonly used in microbiology, cell culture, and medical laboratories for growing and observing microorganisms, cells, and small plants. The plastic construction offers lightweight handling, breakage resistance, and ease of disposal, making them ideal for high-throughput workflows and sterile environments.
Uses
Primary Uses
Laboratory and Medical Applications
- Culturing bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms.
- Growing cell cultures in research and clinical diagnostics.
- Performing antibiotic susceptibility and other microbiological tests.
- Observing seed germination and small plant growth.
- Sterile sample collection and processing.
Secondary Uses
Educational and Industrial Applications
- Teaching microbiology and cell biology techniques in academic settings.
- Environmental sampling for microbial contamination.
- Small-scale chemical and crystallization studies.
Key Attributes
Basic Identification Attributes
- Material: Polystyrene, polypropylene, or similar clear plastics.
- Shape: Shallow cylindrical dish with flat bottom and matching lid.
- Sizes: Available in various diameters (commonly 35mm, 60mm, 90mm, 100mm, 150mm).
- Closure: Loose-fitting or snap-on lid to allow gas exchange while minimizing contamination.
- Sterility: Often supplied pre-sterilized and individually packaged.
Physical & Chemical Properties
- Chemical Resistance: Resistant to aqueous solutions but may be sensitive to some organic solvents.
- Thermal Resistance: Generally suitable for incubation temperatures up to 37–60°C; not autoclaveable.
- Transparency: Clear for easy specimen observation under microscopes.
- Durability: Impact resistant and shatterproof compared to glass.
Safety & Hazard Attributes
- Non-breakable, reducing risk of injury from shards.
- Disposal considerations for biohazardous material after use.
Storage & Handling Attributes
- Store in a clean, dry, sterile environment.
- Handle with gloves to maintain sterility.
- Avoid exposure to solvents and extreme temperatures.
Regulatory & Compliance Attributes
- Manufactured in compliance with laboratory safety and sterility standards.
- Suitable for use in GMP and GLP compliant laboratories.
Environmental & Health Impact
- Generally non-recyclable through typical municipal systems due to biohazard risk; follow proper disposal protocols.
- Single-use disposability reduces cross-contamination risk but increases waste.
Safety Handling Precautions
- Use PPE such as gloves and masks during handling to prevent contamination.
- Dispose of used dishes according to biohazard waste regulations.
First Aid Measures
- No specific first aid needed; handle waste to avoid infection risk.
Firefighting Measures
- Combustible plastic; use CO₂, foam, or dry chemical extinguishers.
Avoid inhalation of toxic fumes during fire.