Hardy Diagnostics P520 contact plates are recommended for use in the cultivation of microorganisms from environmental surfaces. P520 is a triple bagged contact plate, also commonly referred to as Rodac, for surface monitoring. Ideal for environmental monitoring of clean room and clean bench surfaces. Gamma irradiated for sterility assurance. Tryptic Soy Agar (TSA) with Lecithin and Tween® , USP is recommended for use as a general growth medium for establishing microbiological trends, alerts, and action levels in biologically controlled environments.
3 Easy Steps:
- Remove lid.
- Gently press plate to surface without twisting or sliding.
- Twist the lid clockwise until frosted bands line up to lock lid into place.
Features & Benefits
- Improved moisture control packaging format
- The friction lid design keeps lids in place before sampling.
- Lok-Tight™ Locking Lid is an optional locking feature that means lids stay secured post sampling and during transport to your lab.
- Each plate has a grid molded into the bottom of the plate to aid in the counting of microorganisms.
- A Certificate of Analysis is available online for each lot.
- Room temperature storage
- Sterile by irradiation. Validated for a Sterility Assurance Level (SAL) of 10-6.
- Triple bagged – Two nylon inner bags. One outer Mylar® bag that is heat sealed.
- Outer bag is VHP impermeable
- Tear notch on the outer bag for easy opening. No scissors are required
