Neogen 6450 Petrifilm Aqua Hetero Count Plate (AQHC) - 700002133

The Neogen Petrifilm Aqua Heterotrophic Count Plate (Catalog No. 6450, SKU No. 700002133) is a sample-ready culture medium system used for the enumeration of heterotrophic bacteria in bottled water industries. It contains Standard Methods nutrients, a cold-water-soluble gelling agent, and a tetrazolium indicator to facilitate colony enumeration. The plate provides quantitative heterotrophic bacteria results within 48–72 hours and is compatible with membrane filtration systems when used with mixed cellulose ester (MCE) filters.

Key Features:

• Catalog No. 6450, SKU No. 700002133
• Time to result: 48–72 hours
• Intended analyte: Heterotrophic bacteria in bottled water
• Sample-ready system containing Standard Methods nutrients, cold-water-soluble gelling agent, and tetrazolium indicator
• Compatible with membrane filtration systems when used with mixed cellulose ester (MCE) filters
• Quantity per package: 100 plates
• Storage conditions: ≤ 8°C (46°F)

Advantages:

• Eliminates time-consuming media preparation by providing a sample-ready plate system
• Facilitates colony enumeration via tetrazolium indicator for clearer, easier counting
• Delivers quantitative heterotrophic count results in 48–72 hours to support timely quality decisions
• Compatible with membrane filtration workflows (with MCE filters) for integration into bottled-water testing procedures