BD 260674 - GasPak EZ Large Rack for Anaerobic Culture Plate Organization, EA
The BD 260674 GasPak EZ Large Rack is a laboratory accessory designed to organize and support culture plates inside GasPak EZ large incubation containers. The rack helps maintain proper spacing and alignment of Petri dishes during anaerobic or microaerophilic incubation, allowing consistent gas circulation and reliable microbial growth conditions.
Manufactured under the quality standards of BD, this rack is engineered for dependable performance within GasPak EZ incubation systems used in clinical microbiology and research laboratories.
Key Benefits
Provides organized placement of culture plates within GasPak EZ large incubation containers. Maintains proper spacing to promote uniform atmospheric exposure during incubation. Durable construction supports repeated use in high-volume laboratory environments. Improves workflow efficiency by allowing easy loading and removal of plates. Designed specifically for compatibility with BD GasPak EZ large incubation systems.
Compatibility and Applications
The BD 260674 Large Rack is designed for use with the BD GasPak EZ Large Incubation Container and standard microbiological Petri dishes. It is commonly used in hospital microbiology laboratories, academic research facilities, pharmaceutical laboratories, and public health testing environments.
Typical applications include anaerobic bacterial culture, microbial isolation procedures, and laboratory studies requiring controlled oxygen-reduced environments.
Usage Guidelines
Place inoculated culture plates securely in the rack slots before positioning the rack inside the GasPak EZ large container. Insert the appropriate GasPak EZ gas-generating sachet and close the container according to laboratory protocol. Incubate under the required temperature conditions. After incubation, remove the rack carefully and proceed with plate analysis.
Certifications, Safety Standards, and Regulatory Approvals
BD microbiology accessories are manufactured under regulated quality systems designed to ensure reliability and compatibility with BD incubation systems. These quality controls support consistent laboratory performance and safe handling during microbiological procedures.
Comparison with Competitor Products
Compared with generic plate holders, the BD GasPak EZ rack is engineered specifically to fit within BD incubation containers, ensuring proper plate spacing and airflow. The dedicated design helps maintain consistent anaerobic conditions during incubation, improving reproducibility in microbiological testing.
Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios
This product is commonly used by microbiologists, laboratory technologists, and research scientists conducting anaerobic culture procedures. It is particularly beneficial in clinical laboratories and research facilities where multiple culture plates must be incubated under controlled atmospheric conditions.
Best Practices for Use and Maintenance
Clean and disinfect the rack according to laboratory sanitation protocols after each use. Inspect regularly for structural wear or damage. Store in a clean, dry environment when not in use. Ensure plates are properly seated in the rack to prevent shifting during incubation.
Regulatory and Safety Information
Although the rack is a laboratory accessory rather than a direct patient-use medical device, it is manufactured under strict quality controls to support safe and efficient laboratory operations. Proper use within compatible GasPak EZ incubation systems helps maintain consistent testing conditions.
How to Order
Ordering the BD 260674 GasPak EZ Large Rack is straightforward. Add the product to your cart and proceed through the secure checkout process. For bulk laboratory purchasing or additional assistance, contact CIA Medical customer service at (312) 275-5850.
