Additional FeaturesAnaerobic Gas Generation Pack Or Vacuum And Gas Displacement Method, Catalyst (palladium Pellets), Chemical Or Electronic Anaerobic Indicator Strip
Ideal ForMicrobiology Labs, Clinical Diagnostics, Research Environments
The Anaerobic Culture Jar is a sealed laboratory apparatus designed for cultivating anaerobic microorganisms by creating an oxygen-free environment. Constructed from heavy-duty transparent polycarbonate or stainless steel, the jar is highly durable and can withstand repeated sterilization. It typically has a capacity of 2 to 3 liters, accommodating multiple standard-sized petri dishes or culture plates (usually 6–12 depending on size).
The jar is equipped with an airtight lid featuring self-sealing ports for gas inlet and outlet, clamp or screw-lock sealing mechanisms, and a built-in pressure release valve for safe handling. An anaerobic gas generation pack (usually producing hydrogen and carbon dioxide) or a vacuum and gas displacement method is used in combination with a catalyst (palladium pellets) to remove residual oxygen and maintain anaerobic conditions.
Many models also feature a chemical or electronic anaerobic indicator strip that confirms the absence of oxygen during incubation. The Anaerobic Culture Jar is ideal for microbiology labs, clinical diagnostics, and research environments focused on anaerobic bacteria cultivation, including Clostridium, Bacteroides, and other obligate anaerobes.