CompactDry™ X-SA is a ready-to-use microbial testing system for isolation and enumeration of Staphylococcus aureus in food, cosmetic, and environmental samples. Each cassette includes 4 connected dry media plates with selective chromogenic media for easy colony identification. Plates are leak-resistant, stackable, and stable at room temperature (1–30 °C). Results are available within 24 hours. Pack includes 60 cassettes (240 plates total).

Specifications

Product Type: Staphylococcus aureus Detection and Enumeration Test
Brand: CompactDry™
Test Principle: Selective isolation and enumeration of Staphylococcus aureus colonies
Format: Ready-to-use dry media plate system (4 connected plates per cassette)
Media Composition: Chromogenic selective media for visual differentiation of S. aureus
Design: 4-plate connected cassette that easily snaps apart for multiple dilution setups
Storage Conditions: Room temperature (1–30 °C); no refrigeration required
Incubation Time: 24 hours for clear and reliable colony formation
Shelf Life: Long shelf life under ambient conditions
Features & Benefits:

Rapid and reliable detection of Staphylococcus aureus in raw materials, finished products, and surfaces

Ready-to-use format eliminates media preparation

Self-diffusing media ensures even inoculation

Sturdy, leak-resistant, stackable cassettes for efficient handling

Easy labeling and subculturing without colony damage

Room-temperature storage — reduces cold-chain dependency

Supported by Hardy Diagnostics technical and QA experts
Applications: Detection and enumeration of S. aureus in food, cosmetics, and environmental samples (non-clinical use)
Result Time: 24 hours
Industries: Cosmetics; Food Safety
Pack Size: 60 cassettes × 4 plates (240 total plates)