MycGuard™ MycGuard-1 Solution (100x) for Disinfecting Water Plate of CO2 Incubator

Description

MycGuard™-1 Solution is a 100× concentrated contamination-control reagent designed for use in the humidity water pan, water tray, or compatible sealed or integrated humidity reservoir of a CO₂ incubator. It helps reduce the risk of the incubator humidification water becoming a potential source of mycoplasma contamination during routine cell culture.

Add MycGuard™-1 directly to the water in the incubator pan at a dilution ratio of 1:100. One 100 mL bottle can prepare approximately 10 L of treated water when used at the recommended dilution.

MycGuard™-1 is intended specifically for CO₂ incubator humidification water systems. It must not be added directly to cell culture media or applied to cells. For ordinary laboratory water baths, use MycGuard™-2 or another product specifically intended for that application.

Research Use Only: This product is intended for laboratory research use only. It is not intended for diagnostic, therapeutic, food, household, or clinical use.

Specifications

Key Features

• Non-corrosive and material compatible: The peptide-based active ingredient is non-corrosive and suitable for metal components, water pans, and internal tubing in compatible CO₂ incubator humidification systems.
• Designed for CO₂ incubator water pans: Formulated for routine contamination control in open humidity water pans, water trays, and compatible sealed or integrated humidity reservoirs.
• 100× concentrated solution: Dilutes at 1:100 for convenient routine use.
• Helps reduce contamination risk: Supports routine control of potential mycoplasma contamination sources within the incubator water pan.
• Simple maintenance workflow: Add the required amount directly to the water pan after cleaning and refilling.
• Efficient package size: One 100 mL bottle prepares approximately 10 L of treated water at the recommended dilution.

Applications

• Routine contamination control for CO₂ incubator humidity water pans and compatible sealed or integrated humidity reservoirs
• Maintenance of water trays used to provide humidity during cell culture
• Reduction of potential environmental mycoplasma contamination sources
• Scheduled cleaning and water-replacement programs for compatible CO₂ incubators

Important: MycGuard™-1 is not a treatment reagent for contaminated cell cultures. It must not be added to culture media, sprayed onto work surfaces, or used in an ordinary laboratory water bath.

Instructions for Use

1. Wear a laboratory coat and suitable disposable gloves before handling the product.
2. Clean the incubator water pan according to the equipment manufacturer’s instructions.
3. Refill the pan with the type of water recommended by the incubator manufacturer.
4. Add MycGuard™-1 at a ratio of 1:100. For example, add 10 mL of MycGuard™-1 to 1 L of water.
5. Mix gently and return the water pan to the incubator.
6. Replace the treated water every 7–10 days, or when the incubator reservoir is drained and refilled as part of the regular water-change cycle.

MycGuard™-1 may also be used in CO₂ incubators with a sealed or integrated humidity reservoir. Add it at the recommended 1:100 dilution whenever the reservoir is drained and refilled as part of the regular water-change cycle. The non-corrosive, peptide-based formulation is suitable for metal components and internal tubing. Long-term stability testing in fully closed reservoir systems is ongoing.

Storage and Handling

• Store at room temperature.
• Shelf life is 12 months when stored under the recommended conditions.
• Keep the container tightly closed when not in use.
• Use appropriate laboratory protective equipment when handling.
• Refer to the current product label, MSDS, and lot-specific Certificate of Analysis for additional information.

Documents

MycGuard™-1 MSDS – 40609ES60

MycGuard™-1 Certificate of Analysis

FAQ