SILICOSEN® are specially processed culture plugs in silicone rubber with continuous bubbles for preparation, filling and sterilisation of culture media. Their uniform pore structure and good air permeability make them excellent for the cultivation of aerobic micro-organisms.
SILICOSEN® culture stoppers have low water evaporation which makes them particularly suitable for long term cultures. The lateral surface is covered with an external skin, air exchange can only can only take place vertically. The stoppers are water repellent, chemically resistant and temperature resistant. Dry sterilized (180°C) and high-pressure steam sterilized. Can be hot water or in neutral detergent washed and disinfected. They are reusable.