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Digital Colony Counter, Automatic 3-Digit or 6-Digit LED, 1.7x Magnifier
Digital Colony Counter, Automatic 3-Digit or 6-Digit LED, 1.7x Magnifier
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Automatic digital colony counter for microbiology plate enumeration, food safety, water quality, pharmaceutical microbial limit testing, and clinical microbiology. Each touch of the marking pen on the Petri dish increments the digital counter by 1 while the LED display shows the cumulative colony count. Illuminated counting plate with standard graticule ensures clearly differentiated and sharply defined colonies. 1.7× magnifier lens for small colony visibility. Available in 3-digit LED (Model 043g, $249, 999 max count) or 6-digit LED (Model 043-G, $299, 999,999 max count). 110-230V universal input. Reichert Wolffhügel / Sartorius / Bibby Sterilin alternative at ~30% of premium OEM pricing.
Variant Selection
| Variant | Display | Max Count | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model 043g | 3-digit LED | 999 colonies per plate | $249 (220V) / $299 (110V) |
| Model 043-G | 6-digit LED | 999,999 (multi-plate and subtotal) | Contact for pricing (upgrade) |
Specifications
| Display | 3-digit LED (043g) or 6-digit LED (043-G), 999 max count per digit position |
|---|---|
| Dish Size | 110 mm standard Petri dish (fits 100 mm and 90 mm dishes) |
| Magnification | 1.7× magnifier lens for small colony visibility |
| Counting Mechanism | Marking pen with pressure trigger, each touch increments count by 1 |
| Illumination | Illuminated counting plate with standard graticule (differential colony visibility) |
| Dimensions | 274 × 320 × 167 mm (L × B × H) |
| Weight | ~3 kg |
| Packaging | 23 × 28 × 20 cm shipping box |
| Power | 110V-230V AC (auto-sensing), 50 Hz, 40W |
| Included Accessories | Marking pen × 1 · Magnifier lens × 1 · User manual |
| Warranty | 1-year parts and labor |
Applications
- Food and beverage microbiology QC: total viable count, coliform enumeration, yeast/mold counts
- Water quality testing: EPA membrane filtration and spread plate methods
- Pharmaceutical microbial limit testing: USP <61> and USP <62> total aerobic microbial count (TAMC) and total combined yeasts and molds count (TYMC)
- Clinical microbiology: urine culture colony counts, blood culture confirmation
- Dairy microbiology: total plate count for milk and dairy products
- Meat and poultry microbiology: USDA-FSIS microbial testing
- Cosmetic and personal care QC: microbial contamination testing per ISO 21148
- Environmental microbiology: indoor air quality and surface sampling
- University teaching: undergraduate microbiology labs
Best For
- Food safety and beverage QC labs
- Water treatment and environmental testing labs
- Pharmaceutical microbiology labs
- Clinical and hospital microbiology
- Dairy and meat processing QC
- Cosmetic manufacturer QC
- University microbiology and biotech teaching
- International QC labs via DDP
Buying for a QC Lab, University, or FDA-regulated Facility?
- Volume pricing on 3+ orders
- Net-30 invoicing for verified accounts
- SAM.gov / GSA compliant, FDA, USDA and EPA lab procurement
- Replacement marking pen ($15), magnifier ($60) stocked
- International DDP shipping, global food safety and water quality markets
FAQ
How does this compare to Reichert Wolffhügel / Sartorius counters?
Feature parity on essentials, illuminated counting plate, magnifier, digital increment counter, standard Petri dish support. Sartorius has motorized zoom and camera-assisted counting on premium models. Price differential: $249-$299 vs $800-$2,500 for premium OEMs. For 90%+ of colony counting workflow, our unit delivers full utility at 25-35% of OEM pricing.
What's the difference between 043g and 043-G?
043g has 3-digit LED (999 max per plate, fine for typical plates with 30-300 CFU). 043-G has 6-digit LED for multi-plate cumulative totals or very high-count plates. For most standard microbiology (typical plate counts 30-300 CFU per plate), 3-digit is adequate.
Do I need to calibrate?
No calibration required for the counting mechanism (it's a mechanical increment). The magnifier and illumination are factory-set. For USP and FDA-regulated labs, annual counter verification is standard practice (test with known-count reference plates).
User Manual (PDF)
Download the Operating Manual (PDF)
Browse all manuals by category at scimedstore.com/pages/user-manuals. Need a digital or printed copy, or have a question? Email sales@scimedstore.com.
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