NORTH SPORE

Mycology Lab Starter Set Kit + Still Air Box

A $166 value!

Designed with the home mushroom grower and mycologist in mind, our portable Mycology Lab Starter Set Kit includes everything you need to turn almost any space into a cost-effective lab work space. 

Each kit includes:

• NocBox Still Air Glove Box w/ case
• 7 pc. Stainless Steel Mycology Lab Instrument Set w/ carrying case
• 100 ct. Large Black Powder-Free Nitrile Laboratory Gloves
• 100 ct. 70% Isopropyl Alcohol Prep Pads

NocBox Still Air Glove Box:

Want to decrease the chances of contamination? NocBox Still Air Box gives you the flexibility to turn almost any surface into a clean space in just minutes! Whether you're working with culture plates, preparing spore syringes, sterilizing inoculation loops, prepping a monotub, or inoculating grain spawn bags, you'll have peace of mind that you're protected against airborne and surface contaminants. Features include:  Arm ports are also designed to accommodate a wide range of arm sizes, from small to 2XL.

7 pc. Stainless Steel Mycology Lab Instrument Set:

Our mycology lab instrument set was designed to make mushroom cloning, culturing, and general laboratory work easy. Each kit is housed in a zippered carrying case for easy portability and contains the following corrosion resistant stainless steel instruments, including needle-nose tweezers, straight-blade scissors, a knife with integrated blade, an inoculation loop, a groove scalpel handle with metric ruler, a flat scalpel handle, and (4) sterile scalpel blades. 

PLEASE NOTE: To maintain the integrity of your stainless steel lab instruments and to prevent staining, always follow the cleaning instructions below.

Black Powder-Free Nitrile Gloves:

Comfortable, soft, and incredibly flexible, our black industrial-grade nitrile laboratory gloves are designed to allow for puncture resistance while maintaining tactile sensitivity. Gloves are powder free, latex free, and hypoallergenic. Materials are also compliant with FDA regulations for food contact, making them ideal for mushroom growers. Gloves are designed for ambidextrous use and can be used by both right and left-handed individuals.

70% Isopropyl Alcohol Prep Pads:

These individually-wrapped alcohol prep pads are pre-moistened with 70% isopropyl alcohol solution for easy, convenient sterilization. Each single-use pad is made with 2-ply, tear-resistant, woven material. Ideal for sterilizing injection ports, needles, and other small objects and surfaces.

⚠ BURN WARNING:

DO NOT USE AN OPEN FLAME INSIDE STILL AIR BOX. 

Using an open flame in a still air box poses a fire risk and may result in accidental burns and vapor ignitions, especially when using flammable liquids or aerosols (including, but not limited to, ethanol and isopropyl alcohol.) Only use an open flame in a well-ventilated area. 

Cleaning your mycology tool set:

Before sterilizing, clean instruments using the following protocol:

• Rinse off any fluids or tissues with water.
• Manually clean instruments with a soft plastic brush and a pH neutral detergent. (Never use steel wool or wire brushes.)
• Thoroughly dry instruments with a clean towel. (This will minimize the risk of corrosion and water spots.)

WARNING:

• Low pH detergents may breakdown the stainless protective surface and cause black staining. 
• High pH detergents may cause surface deposits of brown stains, which can interfere with the smooth operation of the instrument. 

Cleaning your still air glove box:

We recommend cleaning between each use to keep all surfaces as sterile as possible.

• Remove any spills using a damp cloth and mild cleanser.
• Sanitize by spraying with a 70% isopropyl alcohol solution inside and out. Allow ample time to dry.
• DO NOT use bleach or abrasives.

Stainless tool set cautions:

• To avoid accidental cuts, extreme care must be always taken when attaching and removing the scalpel blades.
• Keep all instruments away from pets and children.
• To prevent contamination, always sterilize your instruments before use.

WARNING:

• Low pH detergents may breakdown the stainless protective surface and cause black staining. 
• High pH detergents may cause surface deposits of brown stains, which can interfere with the smooth operation of the instrument.