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Labmate Colony Counter can analyze up to 999 colonies within 3 seconds. They feature an LED display that enhances visibility during counting processes. Their built-in software allows operators to save and export data for easy documentation. They also provide adjustable settings for different agar plate sizes ensuring versatility. Our Colony Counter are essential for microbiology labs conducting colony-forming unit analysis.
Frequently Asked Questions
1 What is a Colony Counter?
A Colony Counter is an apparatus designed for counting bacterial or other microorganism colonies on a plate containing solid growth medium.
2 Why is Colony Counter preferred over manual counting?
Colony Counter is preferred over manual counting as it increases efficiency and reduces chances of human error thereby providing consistent results.
3 Can Colony Counter be used for counting foodborne pathogens?
It is used to count pathogens like Salmonella and E. coli in food samples.
4 Can Colony Counter be used in environmental microbiology?
It is widely used in environmental microbiology to count microorganisms in soil, water and air samples.
5 Can Colony Counter be used in a high-throughput setting?
It is used in high-throughput laboratories to count large numbers of plates in a short period of time.
6 Is Colony Counter suitable for use with CFU-based testing?
It is commonly used in CFU-based testing to estimate the number of viable microorganisms in a sample.
Selection Guide for Colony Counter
Colony Counter is a laboratory device used to count microbial colonies on agar plates for precise microbiological analysis. When selecting between a Manual and Automatic Colony Counter, customers should assess their application needs, workload, and regulatory requirements. Manual Colony Counter is suitable for low-volume labs, educational institutions, or routine testing where affordability and basic functionality are priorities. In contrast, an Automatic colony counter is ideal for high-throughput labs that require accurate and consistent results, featuring features such as image analysis, data storage, and software integration. These are especially beneficial in environments that demand compliance with quality and regulatory standards. Customers working under strict guidelines, such as ISO, GMP, GLP, or FDA, should prefer automatic models that offer traceability, audit logs, and validation support to meet certification and reporting standards. Ultimately, the choice should align with operational scale, compliance needs, and performance expectations.
Understanding Colony Counter: Purpose, Process, and Benefits
Colony Counter is a laboratory device designed to automate the process of counting bacterial and fungal colonies grown on agar plates. It is a vital tool in microbiology, pharmaceutical testing, food safety, water analysis, and clinical diagnostics. By improving accuracy and significantly reducing the time required for manual counting, colony counters enhance productivity, standardization, and reliability in microbial analysis.
Our Colony Counter offers improved accuracy and reproducibility, faster turnaround time and reduced eye strain and fatigue for operators.
Digital or Automated Counting
Backlit and High-Contrast Viewing Area
Touchscreen Interface
Adjustable Sensitivity and Detection Settings
Colony Counter is an essential tool across a variety of industries and laboratory settings, providing accurate and efficient microbial analysis. In the pharmaceutical and biotech industries, it is used for microbial limit testing, sterility assessments, and environmental monitoring to ensure product safety and regulatory compliance. The food and beverage sector relies on Colony Counter to detect microbial contamination in raw ingredients and final products, safeguarding consumer health. Clinical microbiology laboratories utilize them to quantify microbial growth in patient samples, aiding in infection diagnosis and treatment planning. In water quality testing, Colony Counter help assess microbial loads in drinking water, wastewater, and recreational water sources. They are also widely used in research and academic institutions to support microbiology studies and train students in life sciences. Additionally, the cosmetics and personal care industry employs our Colony Counterto verify that products meet stringent microbial safety standards.