Hardy Diagnostics contact plates are recommended for use in the cultivation of microorganisms from environmental surfaces.

Irradiated Sabouraud Dextrose (SabDex) Agar with Lecithin and Tween® 80 is recommended for the detection and enumeration of yeasts and fungi from environmental sources in a clean room setting. P595 is a triple bagged contact plate, also commonly referred to as Rodac™, for surface monitoring. Ideal for environmental monitoring of clean room and clean bench surfaces. Gamma irradiated for sterility assurance.

3 Easy Steps:

1. Remove lid.
2. .Gently press plate to surface without twisting or sliding.
3. Twist clockwise until frosted bands line up to lock lid into place.

Features and Benefits:

• Improved moisture control packaging format
• The friction lid design keeps lids in place before sampling.
• Lok-Tight™ Locking Lid is an optional locking feature that means lids stay secured post sampling and during transport to your lab.
• Each plate has a grid molded into the bottom of the plate to aid in the counting of microorganisms.
• A Certificate of Analysis is available online for each lot.
• Room temperature storage
• Sterile by irradiation. Validated for a Sterility Assurance Level (SAL) of 10-6.
• Triple bagged - Two nylon inner bags. One outer Mylar® bag that is heat sealed.
• Outer bag is VHP impermeable
• Tear notch on the outer bag for easy opening. No scissors are required.

Rodac™ is a trademark of Becton Dickinson and Company