ProtoCOL 3 HDE

Unrivalled Accuracy in Automated Zone Measurement

The ProtoCOL 3 HDE is the most advanced system in the ProtoCOL 3 range, purpose-built for laboratories requiring the highest levels of precision and compliance. Featuring a high-definition camera and enhanced lighting technology, it delivers inhibition zone measurement accuracy of ±0.175 mm, the finest available in any ProtoCOL 3 device. Designed for high-throughput, regulated environments, the ProtoCOL 3 HDE combines exceptional image quality, processing power, and 21 CFR Part 11 compliance for secure, audit-ready performance.

 

Precision

With a powerful optical system and three-colour RGB lighting and image capture, the ProtoCOL 3 HDE captures exceptionally clear, high-contrast images of colonies and inhibition zones. This enables precise, reproducible measurements across all media types, ensuring laboratories can achieve consistent and dependable results every time.

Performance

Automating both colony counting and zone measurement, the ProtoCOL 3 HDE reads plates up to 100 mm in diameter and detects colonies as small as 30 µm. Its high-speed image processing and optional statistical software make it ideal for high-throughput laboratories seeking to improve efficiency without compromising accuracy.

 

Compliance

Fully compatible with handheld barcode readers, the ProtoCOL 3 HDE ensures secure data management and seamless export to Excel, PDF, or LIMS. With full 21 CFR Part 11 compliance, including audit trails and user access control, it provides complete traceability for regulated microbiology workflows.