Zymo S1001 230g 4.5mm STERILE RATTLER GLASS PLATING BEADS S1001

Description:

The Zymo S1001 Rattler Glass Plating Beads (4.5 mm, 230 g bottle) are sterile laboratory beads used in microbiology workflows for evenly spreading cell suspensions on agar plates. Commonly installed in research laboratories, microbiology labs, and biotechnology facilities for bacterial and yeast plating processes. Laboratory technicians, researchers, and scientists use these beads for routine plating, high-throughput screening, or replacement of traditional spreading tools.

Applications:

The Zymo S1001 Rattler Plating Beads are designed for efficient and uniform distribution of microbial cultures across solid media surfaces. They are widely used in bacterial and yeast plating, cloning experiments, and microbiological research where consistent colony distribution is critical. By simply adding the beads to agar plates and shaking, multiple samples can be processed quickly, making them ideal for high-throughput lab environments and improving workflow efficiency compared to manual spreading methods. 

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Zymo Research
• Model / Part Number: S1001
• Product Type: Sterile Glass Plating Beads
• Bead Size: 4.5 mm diameter
• Material: Solid glass beads
• Packaging: 230 g sterile bottle (polycarbonate, autoclavable)
• Quantity: Approx. 1800 beads per bottle
• Sterility: Pre-sterilized (no flaming required)
• Reusability: Autoclavable and reusable after cleaning
• Application: Cell plating (bacteria, yeast, microbiology)
• Storage: Room temperature
• Use Method: Shake plates with beads for even distribution of cells

Common Replacements:

• Corning Sterile Glass Plating Beads (4–5 mm)
• Thermo Scientific Sterile Glass Beads for Microbiology
• Generic Autoclavable Glass Plating Beads 4.5 mm