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MIKROLA II - reader + software

Last update: 07.09.2026, 09:28:49

Automation in identification represents a significant step towards the standardisation, acceleration and increased efficiency of work in microbiology laboratories. Therefore, in addition to standardised MIKROLATEST^® identification kits, Erba Lachema also offers a semi-automated system for objective, instrument-based biochemical microbial identification in routine practice. The system meets the needs and requirements of microbiology laboratories at different levels. It strictly observes the requirements for workflow standardisation at every step, as a prerequisite for reliable and reproducible results.

The system consists of::

ErbaScan Reader

The instrument is used for objective and standard reading of results from all available MIKROLATEST biochemical kits and MIC kits.

It is characterised by the reliability and reproducibility of the obtained data.

It automatically recognises the number and positions of analysed tests in the plate. It is suitable for both research and routine laboratory use.

Technical specifications:

Set of five filters: 405, 450, 532, 620 and 730 nm
Photometer range: 0.000–4.000 OD
Optical parameters: 12 channels + one reference channel
Light source: LED
Control: External PC
Connectivity: USB port
Reading speed: 10 s for MIC kits, 30 s for ID kits
Power supply: 120–230 V, 50–60 Hz
Operating conditions: temperature 15–30 °C, maximum relative humidity 80%
Weight: 9.1 kg
Dimensions: 433 × 272 × 159 mm (L × W × H)

ErbaExpert Identification Program

A computer program designed for the identification of microorganisms and determination of antibiograms, followed by evaluation using an expert system. It enables both instrument-based and manual data processing and data archiving. It includes various selectable user modes.

Recommended PC configuration for MIKROLA II:

Pentium IV processor or compatible higher-performance processor
512 MB available RAM
24-bit colour monitor, minimum resolution 1400 × 900
Mouse or other pointing device
Windows Vista operating system or later

INSTRUMENT AND ACCESSORIES

DENSI-LA-METER^® II

An instrument for determining bacterial inoculum density. DENSI-LA-METER^® II is a very simple optical instrument specifically designed for the convenient and rapid determination of microbial density, as an essential initial standardisation step in microbial identification, antimicrobial susceptibility testing and other applications. The instrument operates on the principle of optical absorbance measurement and displays the measured values directly in McFarland units. Its unique feature is the ability to perform six measurements in a single operation, eliminating potential differences between measuring tubes. The instrument enables measurement of solution turbidity over a wide range (0.3–15.0 McF). DENSI-LA-METER^® II contains two preset calibrations: STANDARD for sterile disposable plastic tubes supplied with the instrument, and USER for NAF glass tubes in which suspension media are supplied.

Downloadable documents

Brochure:

Microbiology Brochure.pdf (10,95 MB)

Multimedia:

mikrola-EN.wmv (8,63 MB)

Instructions:

For instruction manuals, please click here.