Hach MEL/MF Total Coliform Lab
Features
- 200 Tests
- Portable incubator maintains temperatures with +/- 0.5 degrees C between 30 and 50 degrees C
- Incubator power cord easily plugs into an automobile cigarette lighter
- Expedited repair and warranty service
- Lifetime technical support
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Overview
Hach MEL/MF Total Coliform Lab is designed for analysts who need microbiology testing capabilities in the field or in the lab. Each MEL contains a Portable Incubator, apparatus, and step-by-step illustrated procedures.
Applications
The Total Coliform MEL Laboratory is designed for analysts who need portable or small-scale microbiology testing capabilities. From a remote field location to a small scale microbiology lab within your existing lab, this MEL offers all the equipment and accessories to perform microbiological analysis.
Note: Media Set must be ordered separately (see Accessories Tab)
- (1) Portable Incubator and rack
- (1) Thermometer
- (200) Whirlpak bags with thiosulfate
- (200) Filter funnel/pad assemblies
- (1) Alcohol burner (order alcohol separately)
- (1) Vacuum filtration apparatus
- (1) Colony counter
- (1) Magnifier
- (1) Permanent marker
- Note: Media Set must be ordered separately (see Accessories Tab)
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