Thermo Scientific™ Oxoid™ Antimicrobial Susceptibility Disc Dispenser

Thermo Scientific™ Oxoid™ Antimicrobial Susceptibility Disc Dispensers are precision-engineered, manual accessories designed for accurate, simultaneous placement of antimicrobial susceptibility discs onto agar plates during disk diffusion susceptibility testing. These dispensers are available in 6-place and 8-place models, optimized for use with either 90 mm or 100 mm diameter plates and Oxoid disc cartridges.

Each dispenser features a self-tamping mechanism that ensures uniform contact between the disc and the agar surface, improving reproducibility and standardization in manual AST workflows. The dispensers support laboratories performing the Kirby-Bauer disk diffusion method, facilitating high-throughput, standardized disc application.

Available Formats and Catalog Numbers

Key Features and Benefits

• Accurate Disc Placement: Self-tamping mechanism ensures discs are correctly seated on agar
• High Efficiency: Load up to 6 or 8 Oxoid disc cartridges for simultaneous application
• Flexible Compatibility: Models available for 90 mm or 100 mm Petri dishes
• Improved Consistency: Eliminates manual errors and enhances reproducibility
• Time-Saving Design: Supports rapid, standardized AST plate preparation
• Durable & Easy to Use: Built for repeated use in high-throughput labs

Intended Use

These dispensers are intended for use in manual antimicrobial susceptibility testing to accurately dispense Oxoid™ antimicrobial discs onto solid culture media. Designed for use exclusively with Oxoid disc cartridges, they provide efficient support in AST workflows in clinical, veterinary, or research laboratories.

Applications

• Manual AST using Kirby-Bauer disk diffusion method
• Routine antimicrobial resistance testing in diagnostic microbiology
• Standardized testing in AMR surveillance programs
• Microbiology labs needing rapid and accurate disc placement
• Teaching labs and training environments for AST techniques

The Thermo Scientific™ Oxoid™ Antimicrobial Susceptibility Disc Dispenser is an essential accessory for any laboratory performing manual antimicrobial susceptibility testing. With options for both 6-place and 8-place formats and compatibility with 90 mm or 100 mm plates, these dispensers provide speed, accuracy, and reproducibility, helping laboratories maintain standardized, high-throughput AST workflows.