Yes! The Still Air Box is basicaly a plastic container with two arm holes designed based on principles of physics to create a workspace with very little air movement. Its design effectively limits the flow of air, ensuring that any potential contaminants stay settled on surfaces rather than becoming airborne. This reduction in air movement dramatically lowers the risk of contamination during the sanitization process, making it a critical tool for maintaining a sterile environment in mushroom cultivation.

Still air boxes are available on the market for between $40 and $80. Alternatively, you can craft a basic version of a still air box (DIY) for about $15, assuming you already possess the necessary tools at home.

A laminar flow hood is a fan with a special HEPA filter that gives 99,9% clean air.

On the other hand, a Still Air Box is a plastic container with two holes for your arms with the primary function to provide an area with minimal air movement (still air). This still air ensures that contaminants remain settled on surfaces, reducing the risk of airborne contamination (sanitization).

Experimentation with glove boxes (rubber gloves attach in the arm holes) uncovered their limitations in managing air movement, essential for minimizing contamination. Their sealed nature often leads to a "piston effect," amplifying air currents and thereby increasing the risk of contamination. This understanding has led the mycology community to agree that the Still Air Box, with its better design, offers a more reliable way to keep conditions sterile.

Some choose an economical method with cardboard and saran wrap for visibility, targeting a cost-effective, collapsible design to conserve space when not in use.

The typical choice of material is a plastic container, though plexiglass versions offer durability and aesthetics at a higher cost without significant benefits.

Some opt for a budget-friendly approach using cardboard and saran wrap (for visibility), aiming for an inexpensive, collapsible design that saves space when not in use.

Using an induction heater in Trippy Tek’s Still Air Box eliminates the risks associated with open flames in an enclosed space. While sterilizing with 70% isopropyl alcohol is effective, it creates fumes that can become explosive when combined with a flame. The induction heater provides a safe, flame-free method to sterilize tools, thereby preventing any chance of igniting alcohol vapors and ensuring a safer cultivation experience.

Absolutely, the Trippy Tek Still Air Box is ideal for tissue culture work. Its design, which limits air movement, creates the sterile environment needed for the delicate process of culturing tissues from plants or other organisms.

There's a method circulating online that bypasses the need for drilling arm holes. It involves positioning your plastic container at the edge of your worktable, allowing you to access your tools from beneath the box. This approach might seem appealing as it avoids the challenge of cutting precise holes. However, it could lead to discomfort during longer SAB sessions, which can range from 15 minutes to 2 hours, depending on the complexity of your project and the supplies involved.

While it's true that DIY projects can sometimes be more cost-effective, our Still Air Box offers unbeatable value through its durability, integrated induction heater, and LED lighting, which DIY versions (for the same features) typically lack. Plus, we save you time and the hassle of sourcing and assembling parts.

Our Still Air Box has been rigorously tested and designed with feedback from the mycology community. Its unique features, like the contactless induction heater and optimal air flow design, ensure a superior and more reliable cultivation experience.

While any container might serve the basic function, our Still Air Box is specifically engineered for mycology. Its clear design for visibility, integrated lighting, and built-in sterilization tool are tailored to enhance your cultivation process significantly.

Absolutely. We use high-quality, durable materials designed to withstand the rigors of mushroom cultivation. Plus, our flameless induction heater offers a safer alternative to open flame sterilization, minimizing risk.

We stand by the quality of our Still Air Box and offer customer support to address any concerns. Additionally, we provide a satisfaction guarantee to ensure you're happy with your purchase and a one year warranty.

While you might not need every feature immediately, our comprehensive design ensures you have everything at your disposal as you delve deeper into mycology. It's about providing convenience and options for both beginners and advanced users.

Our Still Air Box is designed to adhere strictly to the principle of maintaining still air, which we believe is fundamental to its true function. Enclosed hand holes can disrupt this stillness, potentially increasing air currents that could carry contaminants.

By keeping the hand holes open, we ensure that the air remains as undisturbed as possible, significantly limiting contamination risks. This design choice is rooted in our commitment to providing a truly effective sterile environment, enhancing the reliability and safety of your cultivation process.