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AE-MP Series
Media Preparators
Designed for academic laboratories, research centers, and pilot production environments.
- Simple and reliable operation
- Five processes in a single unit
- Six sizes: from 1 to 90 L
- Models with enhanced heating capacity available
Easy, safe and homogeneous culture media preparation
All-in-one solution
Preparation, sterilization, rapid cooling, dispensing, and automatic cleaning of dispensing lines in a closed and automated system.
High performance
High culture media output per cycle with adjustable dispensing speeds from 7 to 100 mL/s.
Easy operation
5” TFT touchscreen with 3 predefined programs and 47 editable programs for intuitive and efficient operation.
Perfect mixing
Magnetic stirring system with adjustable speed from 50 to 200 rpm, ensuring homogeneous distribution of the culture medium.
Total safety
Automatic sensors and safety interlocks, sterilization process control, and protection systems in every cycle.
Robust design
Chamber and inner tank made of AISI 316L stainless steel, external housing in AISI 304, and Incoloy® 825 heating elements.
Applications of the AE-MP media preparator
Safe and consistent culture media preparation
Available models
AE-20-MP-10L
Capacity
1-8 L*
Type
Benchtop
AE-20-MP
Capacity
1-18 L*
Type
Benchtop
AE-40-MP
Capacity
5-36 L*
Type
Vertical with wheels
AE-60-MP
Capacity
10-54 L*
Type
Vertical with wheels
AE-80-MP
Capacity
20-72 L*
Type
Vertical with wheels
AE-100-MP
Capacity
20-90 L*
Type
Vertical with wheels
*For more details, refer to the technical documentation.
Dispensing options
Ideal complement for microbiology laboratories.
Automates the filling of 101 to 241 Petri dishes (Ø60 or Ø90 mm) with dispensing volumes from 1 to 1000 mL, ensuring safety and sterility. Compatible with Petri dish labeling systems.
Automate the dispensing of medium and large volumes.
Precise and high-speed system (65–100 mL/s), featuring an intuitive touchscreen interface and advanced programming. Its design allows the dispensing line to pass through barriers, making it ideal for sterile environments.
Included as standard in all media preparators to automate the dispensing of small and medium volumes.
Maximize flow rate by installing additional pumps, reaching between 7 and 33 mL/s depending on tube size and the number of peristaltic pumps installed.
Services
- Consulting and training
- Installation and qualification
- Maintenance and repair
- Calibration and certification
- Documentation management
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a media preparator and an autoclave?
An autoclave only sterilizes already prepared materials.
How does the TLV-MP Series differ from the AE-MP Series?
It also offers higher performance options compared to the AE-MP Series.
What sizes and capacities are available?
We offer models with capacities ranging from 1 L to 90 L, available in benchtop or floor-standing configurations with casters to suit any laboratory size.
How long does a full cycle take?
Depending on volume and media type, a complete cycle including preparation, sterilization, and cooling typically takes approximately 60 to 120 minutes.
What types of culture media can be prepared?
A media preparator is used to prepare and sterilize a wide variety of solid and liquid media commonly used in microbiology and plant tissue culture.
These include peptone water, lysogeny broth (LB), Murashige and Skoog media, Linsmaier and Skoog, Gamborg media, tryptic soy agar (TSA), chocolate agar, MacConkey agar, Sabouraud agar, and Drosophila feed.
It also enables the preparation of specialized media such as charcoal agar, which does not require pre-swelling, or blood agar, with programmable cycles that allow blood to be added after sterilization. Additionally, it facilitates the incorporation of heat-sensitive nutrients or antibiotics after the thermal process.
Are RAYPA media preparators compatible with high-viscosity media?
Yes, the AE-MP Series can be adapted to handle this type of media using accessories such as the high-viscosity paddle system. We also offer customized solutions, such as the TURBO-MP Series.
Contact our team to find the most suitable solution for your application.
What are the installation requirements?
Installation requirements depend on the selected configuration, so we recommend consulting the installation guide. In most cases, we recommend using our closed-loop water supply and management system, which ensures a stable flow even without a direct water connection, reuses process water, and optimizes consumption while minimizing waste.