Material: High-quality twisted Nichrome wire.
Length: The handle typically measures 200mm (or ~8 inches), with the wire component often measuring 50mm–76mm.
Handle: Insulated plastic (or sometimes insulated aluminum) handle for safe, comfortable handling during flaming.
Ends: Often supplied as a "two-circle end" or "double-ended" tool, designed to prevent cutting or gouging agar surfaces during inoculation.
Durability: More durable and cost-effective than platinum loops.
