ID Station

The ID Station™ system is designed to identify a wide range of environmental and pathogenic organisms within various microbiology fields. It can identify nearly 3,000 species of bacteria, yeast, and filamentous fungi by utilizing Biolog's identification microplates and database. Some bacterial identifications can be completed in as little as one hour.

To use the system, prepare a cell suspension and inoculate the appropriate microplate. After inoculation and incubation, the microplate is analyzed by the ID Station. The system records the unique metabolic pattern generated by the organism and compares it to thousands of identification profiles in the Biolog database. Optical density readings at two wavelengths are taken to ensure consistent and accurate quantification of color reactions in the microplate wells.

Biolog's patented redox chemistry employs various carbon compounds, including sugars, carboxylic acids, amino acids, and peptides, to provide detailed biochemical characterizations. This extensive range of tests allows the system to identify microorganisms that other methods may misidentify or fail to identify.

Specifications

• Size: 12.5”D x 12”W x 7.7”H (31.8 cm x 30.5 cm x 19.6 cm)
• Weight: <15 lbs (6.8 kg)
• Power: 100 to 240 volts, 50 to 60 Hz
• Operating Temperature Range: 18° to 28° C
• Test Capacity: 1 microplate
• Detection Method: Absorbance
• Read Method: Endpoint
• Monitor: 22” LCD flat panel

For a full list of species and identification databases, please refer to the ID Microplates section.