Aerobic Count Plate
Cat NO.: MC32.8007.5 | Brand: FSTest
1. Product Overview
The FSTest Aerobic Count Plate (Total Plate Count) is a ready-to-use, sample-ready culture medium system designed for fast, reliable, and cost-effective enumeration of total aerobic bacteria in food safety and environmental monitoring.
By eliminating traditional agar preparation, autoclaving, pouring, and tedious cleanup, this innovative test plate streamlines laboratory workflows. It utilizes a cold-water-soluble gelling agent, nutrients, and a TTC (triphenyltetrazolium chloride) indicator that colors bacterial colonies bright red, allowing for rapid and precise counting using the built-in standard grid.
2. Key Benefits
Rapid Results: Confirmatory results in 15–24 hours compared to 48+ hours required by traditional agar methods.
Ready-to-Use Convenience: Zero media prep required—eliminates autoclaving, water baths, and agar pouring.
Enhanced Colony Visualization: TTC indicator stains colonies distinct red against a clear background with built-in grid lines for accurate enumeration.
Eco-Friendly & Compact: Requires 90% less storage and incubator space, generating significantly less biohazard waste.
Proven Performance & Compliance: Certified by AOAC PTM (No. 112301) and CE, ensuring full regulatory alignment and international standard equivalency.
3. Technical Specifications
| Product Name | Aerobic Count Plate (Total Plate Count) |
|---|---|
| Catalog Number | MC32.8007.5 |
| Packaging | 24 pieces / pack |
| Shelf Life | 18 months from manufacturing date |
| Indicator System | TTC Indicator (Red colony visual contrast) |
| Incubation Conditions | 36 ± 1 °C for 15 – 24 hours |
| Storage Conditions | Store in cool, dry place (2–8°C recommended), protected from light |
4. Applicable Sample Types
Ideal for quality control, hygiene audits, and routine release testing across diverse sectors:
Bakery & Confectionery Products Dairy Products & Milk Bottled Water & Water Samples Meat & Poultry Seafood & Marine Products Pet Food & Raw Materials Fruits & Vegetables Prepared & Processed Foods Nutraceuticals Bakery & Confectionery Surface & Environmental Swabs
5. Test Procedure
6. Performance & Validation
The FSTest Aerobic Count Plate has undergone extensive validation studies matching traditional standard plate count (ISO 4833 / FDA BAM) performance.
AOAC PTM Certification: Validated under AOAC Performance Tested Methods℠ Program (Certificate No. 112301).
CE Marking: Fully compliant with European health, safety, and environmental protection standards.
Established Legacy: Backed by FSTest’s 30+ years of expertise in rapid microbial detection technology since 1993.
Compatible Instruments
MC1000 Automatic Colony Counter: High-throughput image capture, automated colony recognition, & data export.
Microbial Test Sampling Box: Portable kit for field sampling & environmental surface testing.
Constant Temp Incubator: Standard 36°C laboratory incubation support.
Request Samples & Ordering Information
Evaluate the FSTest Aerobic Count Plate in your laboratory. Samples are available for certified testing laboratories and food producers.
Email: service@fstestcorp.com | Website: www.fstestcorp.com
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