Centrifuge Tubes
Centrifuge Tubes
Glass and plastic tubes designed for use in centrifuges; available in a variety of volume capacities, materials, configurations, RCF ratings, and closure types; may be sterile or non-sterile; may have graduations indicating volume on the tube.
Centrifuge tubes are used to contain liquids during centrifugation, which separates the sample into its components by rapidly rotating it around a fixed axis.
Most centrifuge tubes have conical bottoms, which help collect any solid or heavier parts of the sample being centrifuged. Centrifuge tubes must also be able to withstand the centrifugal pressure created during their use, and their specifications may indicate the maximum speed at which they can be safely used.
Centrifuge tubes are available in various styles, sizes, and materials
- Capacities: Range from 0.1mL to more than 100mL; the most common sizes are 15mL and 50mL (centrifuge) and 1mL and 2mL (microcentrifuge)
- Closures: Screw-on plugged or flat caps; may be attached or separate
- Markings: May have writing areas, graduations, or other markings
- Shape: Conical- or round-bottomed; if conical, choose skirted free-standing versions
- Material: Glass or plastic resin; the latter include polypropylene, polystyrene, PET, and PPCO
- Sterility: Sterile or nonsterile; may be heat- or gas-sterilized
- Packaging: Bulk or racked tubes
- Color: Choose amber or black plastics for light-sensitive samples
Fisherbrand™ Easy Reader™ Conical Polypropylene Centrifuge Tubes
Imprinted clear black graduations ensure accurate readings.
Eppendorf™ Conical Tubes with Screw Cap
Eppendorf™ Conical Tubes with Screw Cap offer reliable sample containment and leak-free storage. SafeCode variants enhance sample identification, while the BioBased options, manufactured using renewable resources, provide an eco-friendly alternative without compromising performance.
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Eppendorf™ DNA LoBind™ Tubes
Unleash the power of precision in your DNA research with Eppendorf DNA LoBind Tubes. Engineered with proprietary LoBind technology, these microcentrifuge tubes redefine sample handling, minimizing the risk of loss and maximizing DNA recovery. Ideal for low-concentration applications, including PCR, qPCR, and DNA sequencing, these tubes ensure accuracy, purity, and optimal yields.
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BRAND™ Polypropylene Centrifuge Tubes
Manufactured from high-clarity polypropylene. BRAND™ Polypropylene Centrifuge Tubes can withstand RCF up to 3000. Graduated and CE-marked according to IVD-Directive 98/79 CE. Available non-sterile and y-ray sterilized in 15mL or 50mL capacities, with or without a base. Include polyethylene screw caps with sealing cone.
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Eppendorf™ Tubes™ with Snap Cap 5.0 mL - Microtube
Eppendorf Tubes™ with snap caps are your ideal choice when working with medium-sized sample volumes (0.5 mL to 5.0 mL). Designed for user-friendly handling, broad temperature ranges, centrifugation safety (up to 25,000 x g), and sample recovery.
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Falcon™ 50 mL High Clarity Conical Centrifuge Tubes
Tested to withstand centrifugation of 16,000 RCF in a fully supported rotor with room temperature water. Falcon 50mL Conical Centrifuge Tubes are ideal for cell centrifugation; pelleting; separation by density gradients.
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Greiner Bio-One CELLSTAR Test Tubes
Manufactured from polypropylene for excellent thermal, mechanical and chemical resistance. Greiner Bio-One™ CELLSTARTest Tubes are recommended for the storage of chemical and biological samples.
Corning™ Centrifuge Tubes with CentriStar™ Cap
Features CentriStar™ caps with an easy-on/easy-off flat top and offers advanced ergonomics with wider knurls and roll-over edge design for easier gripping. Corning™ Centrifuge Tubes with CentriStar™ Caps leak-proof design comes with a revolutionary plug feature that virtually eliminates all seepage when used under recommended conditions.
Kartell™ Polypropylene Centrifuge Tubes
Manufactured from highly translucent polypropylene for enhanced visibility and good chemical resistance. Autoclavable, rimmed Kartell™ Centrifuge Tubes deliver stability in a properly balanced rotor and are suitable for use as a conventional test tube.
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Brand™ Microcentrifuge Tube 2mL with Locking Lid
Uniform wall thickness for consistent, repeatable results
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Fisherbrand™ Black Microcentrifuge Tubes: 1.5mL
Available in pure black for light sensitive samples. Fisherbrand™ Black Microcentrifuge Tubes: 1.5mL come with attached flat caps for easy one handed use. They are made of 100% virgin polypropylene, are autoclavable and disposable.
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Thermo Scientific™ Nunc™ Disposable Plastic Centrifuge Tubes
Maintain a high level of accuracy while increasing lab safety with these disposable plastic centrifuge tubes, which are an excellent alternative to glass.
Wheaton™ 50 mL Self-Standing Centrifuge Tube
Centrifuge tube ideal for spinning down liquid samples.
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Labcon™ PerformR™ 50 mL Centrifuge Tubes
These centrifuge tubes contain black side graduations and a white writing surface.
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Ratiolab™ Centrifuge Tubes
Centrifuge tubes with red cap, printed graduations and frosted writing field.