A sterile 710 mL filter bag and a pair of disposable gloves in one ready-to-use pack for clean environmental and food sample handling. The built-in 330 micron filter holds back solids, so you can pipette clear liquid for testing without blockages.
$10.00 ex GST
The Environmental Sampling Pack contains the two consumables you need to handle an environmental or food sample cleanly: one sterile filter bag and one pair of disposable gloves. It suits food processors, quality assurance teams and laboratories that collect sponge, swab, surface or product samples and need to protect them from outside contamination on the way to testing.
A finely perforated filter layer (330 micron) runs through the middle of the bag and is sealed along both sides and the base. Place your sample on either side, add diluent or enrichment broth, then blend or massage the bag. Liquid moves through the filter while solid particles stay behind, leaving clear liquid that is easy to draw off with a pipette.
What is a filter bag used for in environmental sampling?
A filter bag holds a sample together with diluent or broth and separates liquid from solids. After blending, the liquid on the far side of the filter is free of large particles, which makes pipetting and downstream testing easier.
Is the filter bag sterile?
Yes. The bag is sterilised after manufacture. Keep it sealed until you are ready to collect your sample.
Can I freeze a sample in the bag?
Yes. The bag can be frozen for storage. Handle it carefully after freezing, as the film becomes less flexible at low temperatures.
Does this pack test for pathogens?
No. The pack supports sample collection and handling only. Testing is carried out separately using your laboratory method or detection kit.
This pack supports sample handling and does not perform laboratory testing. Use it alongside your approved sampling procedure.
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