Petri Dishes for Laboratory Use
Laboratory petri dishes are shallow, flat-bottomed vessels widely used across research, industrial, and academic settings for culturing microorganisms, growing cells, and performing general laboratory procedures. mLab Supply sources petri dishes in a range of formats from leading manufacturers including Corning, Thermo Scientific, Greiner Bio-One, and DWK Life Sciences. Configurations and availability may vary. Request a quote for current sourcing options.
Petri Dishes for Microbiology
Standard petri dishes are a foundational tool in microbiology for culturing bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms on solid and semi-solid media. Common applications include colony isolation, antimicrobial susceptibility screening, environmental monitoring, and quality control testing. mLab Supply sources standard disposable and reusable petri dishes appropriate for general microbiology use. Contact mLab Supply for current sourcing options on specific formats.
Petri Dishes for Cell Culture
Certain petri dish formats are designed or commonly used for mammalian cell culture and tissue culture applications. These dishes may feature surface treatments intended to promote cell attachment and growth. For cell culture dish sourcing—including Corning and Thermo Scientific Nunc cell culture dish families—contact mLab Supply via the Request a Quote form. Note that petri dishes are distinct from multiwell plates and microplates; see our Microplates collection for well-based formats.
Standard Laboratory Petri Dishes
Standard petri dishes are available in disposable polystyrene and reusable glass formats. Disposable dishes are commonly used for single-use microbiological applications; reusable glass dishes are used where autoclaving or repeated use is required. Availability of specific sizes and formats depends on sourcing at time of inquiry. mLab Supply can source petri dishes from multiple manufacturers depending on project requirements.
Reusable Glass Petri Dishes
Reusable borosilicate glass petri dishes are used in applications that require autoclaving, chemical resistance, or repeated sterilization cycles. DWK Life Sciences manufactures glass laboratory petri dishes under the DURAN and WHEATON brands. mLab Supply sources glass petri dish families for laboratories that require reusable formats. Availability may vary; contact mLab Supply for current options.
Choosing a Petri Dish Format
Key considerations when selecting a petri dish include application type (microbiology vs. cell culture), required dish size, material (glass vs. polystyrene), surface treatment requirements, and whether disposable or reusable formats are preferred. For cell culture applications, dish surface properties may influence cell attachment. For microbiology, standard untreated polystyrene dishes are typically appropriate. mLab Supply can help identify appropriate families for your application—submit a sourcing request with your requirements.
Petri Dish Manufacturers
mLab Supply sources petri dishes from leading manufacturers including Corning, Thermo Scientific, Greiner Bio-One, and DWK Life Sciences. Common families available to source include Corning standard and cell culture dishes, Thermo Scientific Nunc standard and cell culture dishes, Greiner Bio-One standard petri dishes, and DWK Life Sciences glass petri dishes.
Corning
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Corning manufactures a broad range of laboratory petri dishes including standard polystyrene dishes and cell culture-treated formats. Common Corning petri dish families are available to source through mLab Supply. Contact mLab Supply for current model availability.
Thermo Scientific Nunc
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Thermo Scientific offers petri dishes under the Nunc brand, including standard and cell culture dish formats. Nunc petri dishes are used across microbiology and cell biology applications. mLab Supply sources Thermo Scientific Nunc petri dish families; availability may vary.
Greiner Bio-One
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Greiner Bio-One manufactures standard laboratory petri dishes used in microbiology and general laboratory workflows. mLab Supply sources Greiner Bio-One petri dish families. Contact mLab Supply for current sourcing options.
DWK Life Sciences
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DWK Life Sciences produces reusable glass petri dishes under the DURAN and WHEATON brand lines, suitable for applications requiring autoclavable or chemically resistant vessels. mLab Supply sources DWK Life Sciences glass petri dish families.
Requesting Petri Dish Sourcing
mLab Supply sources petri dishes on a request-a-quote basis. To request sourcing, submit the Request a Quote form with the manufacturer, format, size, and quantity you need. Our team will respond with current availability and pricing. Net 30 terms are available for qualified buyers.
Related Laboratory Consumables
mLab Supply also sources related laboratory consumables including Microplates for multiwell plate formats, Flasks for volumetric and culture flasks, Tubes & Vials for sample containment, and Pipettes & Tips for liquid handling. Browse the full catalog on the Lab Supplies page or visit Request a Quote to source any laboratory consumable.
Why Buy From mLab Supply?
- New, refurbished, and surplus laboratory equipment and consumables
- Sourcing of discontinued and hard-to-find models
- Vendor and procurement support for labs and institutions
- Net 30 terms available for qualified buyers
- Nationwide shipping on select orders
- Equipment purchasing and trade-ins available
- Installation and logistics support on select systems
Looking to sell lab equipment? Visit our Sell Lab Equipment page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a petri dish and a microplate?
A petri dish is a single-chamber shallow vessel used for culturing microorganisms or cells on a surface. A microplate (also called a well plate) contains multiple individual wells in a standardized footprint and is used for higher-throughput assays, screening, and sample processing. These are distinct product categories. mLab Supply sources both; see our Microplates collection for well-based formats.
Do you source refurbished petri dishes?
Petri dishes are consumable items and are typically sourced new. mLab Supply sources new petri dish families from leading manufacturers including Corning, Thermo Scientific, Greiner Bio-One, and DWK Life Sciences. Contact mLab Supply for current sourcing options.
Which petri dish brands do you source?
mLab Supply sources petri dishes from Corning, Thermo Scientific (Nunc), Greiner Bio-One, and DWK Life Sciences. Other manufacturers may be available depending on project requirements. Submit a Request a Quote with your preferred brand and format.
Can you source glass petri dishes?
Yes. mLab Supply sources reusable glass petri dishes from DWK Life Sciences (DURAN and WHEATON brands). Glass petri dishes are appropriate for applications requiring autoclaving or chemical resistance. Availability may vary; contact mLab Supply for current options.
What sizes of petri dishes are available?
Petri dish sizes vary by manufacturer and family. Common laboratory petri dish diameters range across standard sizes used in microbiology and cell culture. Specific size availability depends on current sourcing; submit a Request a Quote with your required dimensions.
Are cell culture dishes the same as petri dishes?
Cell culture dishes are a specialized format of petri dish designed or treated for mammalian cell attachment and growth. Standard petri dishes used in microbiology are typically untreated. mLab Supply sources both standard petri dishes and cell culture dish families. Availability may vary by format and manufacturer.
What is the difference between disposable and reusable petri dishes?
Disposable petri dishes are typically made from polystyrene and intended for single-use applications. Reusable petri dishes are typically made from borosilicate glass and can be sterilized and reused. The appropriate format depends on the application, required sterility assurance, and laboratory workflow.
Can I request a specific manufacturer and model?
Yes. mLab Supply sources specific petri dish families on request. Submit the Request a Quote form with the manufacturer, model or family name, size, and quantity required. Our team will confirm current sourcing availability.
Do you offer Net 30 terms?
Net 30 terms are available for qualified buyers. Contact mLab Supply through the Request a Quote form to inquire about payment terms for your organization.
Do you purchase used petri dishes or lab consumables?
mLab Supply primarily purchases used laboratory instruments and equipment rather than consumables. If you have laboratory instruments or equipment to sell, visit our Sell Lab Equipment page for details.