The Medline Bacti-Burner is designed for “on the bench” sterilization of research microbiology tools. It has an asbestos-free core element that uses infrared heating to produce 815°C (1500°F). It completely sterilizes microorganisms within 5-7 seconds and provides instant sterilization of platinum inoculating loops, needles, glass tube/pipette mouths and various metal & borosilicate glass instruments, commonly used in microbiology research

The ceramic heating element is safely enclosed in a perforated stainless steel guard chamber, protecting users from accidental contact with the extreme temperatures of the core area. It is extremely compact, convenient and can be used in anaerobic and aerobic chambers.