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Still Air Box: why and how

Still Air Box: why and how

Jul 03, 2023

Still Air Box (SAB) is an easy DIY solution for maintaining a high level of sterility in mycological procedures (inoculation, transfer, cloning etc.) To build SAB takes just 15 minutes and costs around 15 bucks (most of needed materials you probably have at home)

πŸ‘‰ Read full guide: Still Air Box Guide

Table of contents

❓What is SAB and how it works?
Still Air Box (SAB) is a transparent plastic box with limited airflow. It is not completely sterile, however it helps to reduce the concentration of contaminants that can be found in the air (mold spores, bacteria, viruses). 

❓ Why do you need SAB? 
Let's explore the cases when having a SAB is a must, when it is recommended, and when it is not necessary at all

❓ How to build SAB? 
Let's figure out how to choose plastic box for your SAB and place armholes properly?

βš™οΈThree options on how to cut holes in plastic box and not break it
βœ… Option 1. Hot tin can method for SAB
βœ… Option 2. Drill with a hole saw
βœ… Option 3. Dremel rotary tool

πŸ’‘ Tips on how to use Still Air Box for mycology projects

⛔️ Common Still Air Box mistakes

🀘 Still Air Box upgrades

and many more…

πŸ‘‰ Read full guide: Still Air Box Guide

Have a happy growing!

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