Rapid entry port for an anaerobic glove box.
A rapid entry mechanism for an anaerobic glove box is described. The entry port is practical for entry or removal of one or two items and requires only seconds to operate. No deleterious effect on isolation or growth of anaerobes has been encountered since installation of the rapid entry port 3.5 years ago. Details for its construction are given.
D000693:Anaerobiosis; D001419:Bacteria / Q000254:growth & development*; D001431:Bacteriological Techniques / Q000295:instrumentation*; D004780:Environment, Controlled; D008826:Microbial Sensitivity Tests