IDEXX Tecta

Introducing fully automated water microbiology testing

Do more with Tecta: An easy solution for staffing issues, Friday and weekend testing, and rush projects
Start tests any time: Automation of incubation and sample analysis means you don’t need to be in the lab to read the test
Improve responsiveness: Positive results within hours help with construction projects, main repairs, and other emergencies
Easy: With no sample preparation and easy to use system, anyone can be trained to use Tecta
Lab in a box: Tecta systems can be installed anywhere, allowing you to reduce transit times
Tests available for total coliforms and E. coli, E. coli only, fecal coliforms, and Enterococcus
Available in 16- and 4- incubation chamber options to best fit your volume needs

Complete, self-contained water testing system

U.S. EPA-approved for the detection of E. coli and total coliforms in drinking water*
Full automation of incubation and test interpretation eliminates the need for a visual read of the test
Results automatically sent by email
Positive results within hours
No sample preparation, easy-to-use system
Quantification and presence/absence modes
High dynamic counting range so there is no need for multiple dilutions

Tecta B16 and Tecta B4 instruments

The Tecta B16 instrument has 16 incubation chambers and the Tecta B4 instrument has 4 incubation chambers, allowing you to choose the best system for your volume needs.
Test cartridges are available for detecting E. coli and total coliforms, E. coli only, fecal coliforms, and Enterococcus.
Cartridges are read continuously, and an email alert is sent automatically when a positive result is detected.
Positive results in as little as 2 hours, depending on level of contamination; negative results confirmed in 18 or 24 hours, depending on test type.
U.S. EPA approved for drinking water.