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Colony Counter
₹2,305.00
StemAids Colony Counter is an educational microbiology laboratory instrument designed for counting bacterial, fungal, or microbial colonies grown on Petri dishes during supervised laboratory practicals. It is suitable for school biology laboratories, college microbiology labs, biotechnology classrooms, life science departments, and STEM-based practical learning.
A colony counter helps students and instructors count visible colonies more accurately and systematically compared with manual counting by eye alone. It supports practical learning in microbiology, contamination studies, microbial growth observation, plate count methods, and basic laboratory record preparation.
Product Highlights
- Educational colony counting instrument for microbiology practicals
- Useful for counting visible colonies on Petri dishes
- Suitable for biology, microbiology, biotechnology, and life science laboratories
- Helps reduce counting errors during plate observation activities
- Supports classroom demonstrations of microbial growth and colony formation
- Recommended for school, college, and training laboratory use under supervision
Product Description
The StemAids Colony Counter is designed to assist in counting microbial colonies that appear on culture plates after incubation. In microbiology education, colony counting is an important practical activity used to understand microbial growth, dilution studies, contamination checks, and colony-forming unit concepts.
The instrument provides a convenient counting surface and may include features such as illumination, magnification, counting grid, digital display, or manual counting support depending on the supplied model. It helps students identify colonies clearly and record counts in a structured manner during practical sessions.
StemAids provides educational science laboratory products that support hands-on learning, practical observation, and safe classroom demonstrations. The StemAids Colony Counter is suitable for microbiology departments, school biology labs, biotechnology training labs, science activity rooms, and institutional procurement requirements.
Product Specifications
| Product Name | Colony Counter |
|---|---|
| Brand | StemAids |
| Product Type | Microbiology laboratory colony counting instrument |
| Application | Counting microbial colonies, Petri dish observation, plate count practicals, microbial growth study, and laboratory demonstrations |
| Recommended Use | School biology labs, college microbiology labs, biotechnology labs, STEM classrooms, and training laboratories |
| Subject Area | Microbiology, biology, biotechnology, life science, environmental science, and general science |
| Compatible Use | Petri dishes, agar plates, colony growth observation, and supervised microbiology practical work |
| Counting Method | Manual or digital counting support as per supplied model |
| Display / Indicator | As per supplied model; may include mechanical counter, digital display, or visual counting grid |
| Suitable For | Students, teachers, lab assistants, microbiology instructors, biotechnology trainers, and educational institutions |
| Usage Type | Educational laboratory use under trained supervision |
| Cleaning Instruction | Clean the outer surface and counting area with suitable non-damaging laboratory cleaning methods after use |
| Storage Instruction | Store in a clean, dry place away from moisture, dust, excessive heat, and rough handling |
How to Use
- Place the StemAids Colony Counter on a clean, stable, and level laboratory bench.
- Wear suitable laboratory safety equipment such as gloves, lab coat, and eye protection.
- Ensure the colony counter surface is clean before placing the Petri dish.
- Place the Petri dish or agar plate carefully on the counting area.
- Switch on illumination or display features if available in the supplied model.
- Observe the colonies clearly and count each visible colony according to the practical procedure.
- Use the counting button, marker, grid, or tally method as per the instrument design.
- Record the colony count along with sample name, dilution factor, date, incubation condition, and observation notes.
- After use, remove the plate carefully and handle it according to laboratory biosafety rules.
- Clean the instrument surface if required and store it safely after the practical session.
Safety and Care Instructions
- Use only under teacher, laboratory supervisor, or trained instructor guidance.
- Follow institutional biosafety rules while handling microbial culture plates.
- Do not open culture plates unless instructed by the laboratory supervisor.
- Do not touch colonies, agar surface, or biological samples with bare hands.
- Disinfect work surfaces and dispose of used plates according to laboratory safety procedures.
- Keep the instrument away from water, excessive moisture, and chemical spills.
- Clean gently; avoid abrasive cleaners, strong solvents, or rough handling.
- This product is intended for educational laboratory use only and not for clinical diagnosis unless separately certified.
Applications
- Microbiology practical classes
- Colony counting on Petri dishes
- Microbial growth observation
- Plate count method demonstrations
- Biotechnology laboratory training
- Environmental microbiology activities
- Food microbiology teaching demonstrations
- School and college biology experiments
- STEM and life science learning activities
- Educational laboratory procurement
Why Choose StemAids Colony Counter?
StemAids offers educational laboratory instruments designed to support practical science learning, accurate observation, and structured classroom demonstrations. The StemAids Colony Counter helps students understand microbial colony formation and counting methods through hands-on microbiology activities.
- Useful instrument for microbiology and biotechnology practicals
- Helps improve colony counting accuracy during classroom work
- Supports hands-on learning of microbial growth and plate count concepts
- Suitable for school, college, and training laboratory environments
- Convenient product for science labs, educational institutions, and laboratory suppliers
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the StemAids Colony Counter used for?
The StemAids Colony Counter is used for counting visible bacterial, fungal, or microbial colonies on Petri dishes during microbiology, biology, and biotechnology practicals.
2. Is this colony counter suitable for school laboratories?
Yes, it is suitable for school biology labs, college microbiology labs, biotechnology classrooms, STEM labs, and teacher-supervised practical demonstrations.
3. Can it be used for Petri dish colony counting?
Yes, the colony counter is commonly used for counting colonies on Petri dishes or agar plates, depending on the plate size and supplied model design.
4. What concepts can students learn using a colony counter?
Students can learn about microbial growth, colony formation, plate count methods, dilution studies, contamination observation, and colony-forming unit concepts.
5. Can students use the Colony Counter independently?
Students should use the colony counter under teacher or laboratory supervisor guidance because microbiology work may involve biological samples and biosafety procedures.
6. Does the colony counter require electricity?
Power requirement depends on the supplied model. Some models may have illumination or digital counting features that require electricity or batteries, while simpler models may support manual counting.
7. How should the Colony Counter be cleaned after use?
After use, remove the Petri dish safely, clean the counting surface with suitable non-damaging laboratory cleaning methods, dry the unit if required, and store it in a clean and dry place.
8. Is this product suitable for clinical diagnosis?
No, StemAids Colony Counter is intended for educational laboratory and classroom learning. It should not be used for clinical, diagnostic, pharmaceutical, or certified microbiological testing unless separately certified for such applications.
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