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When choosing, check the maximum relative centrifugal force (x g) the tube is rated for against your protocol and rotor; ratings differ between makers and between conical and self-standing designs. Polypropylene suits most aqueous work and resists many solvents, while polycarbonate bottles are clearer but less resistant to some chemicals. Decide between sterile tubes packed in racks or bags and lower-cost bulk non-sterile packs, and between attached and separate caps. Replacement caps for some 15 mL and 50 mL tubes are sold on their own, and a 50 mL centrifuge tube filter is available for sterile filtration.

Centrifuge Tubes: common questions

What is a centrifugation tube?

A centrifugation, or centrifuge, tube is a tube made to withstand the force of spinning in a centrifuge so that solids, cells or denser liquids separate from the rest of the sample. Most disposable tubes are polypropylene with a screw or snap cap, ranging from microtubes of 2 mL or less to conical tubes of 15 mL and 50 mL and bottles of 250 mL or more.

What is the difference between conical and self-standing centrifuge tubes?

A conical tube has a tapered bottom that collects a pellet in a small point, which makes the pellet easier to see and the liquid above it easier to remove. A self-standing, or skirted, tube has a base that lets it stand upright on the bench without a rack. Self-standing tubes are convenient for storage and handling, but check their g-force rating and fit in your rotor.

How much force can a plastic centrifuge tube take?

It depends on the tube's size, material and design, so use the maximum RCF stated by the manufacturer rather than a general figure. Exceeding the rating can crack or deform the tube and cause leaks inside the centrifuge. Also fill tubes within the recommended volume, balance the rotor, and use adapters made for that tube size.

Centrifuge Tubes

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  1. Screw Cap Microtube, 2.0mL, capless, no printing (no graduations/marking area) self-standing, non-sterile, 1000/bag
    Manufacturer: MTC Bio
    Screw Cap Microtube, 2.0mL, capless, no printing (no graduations/marking area) self-standing, non-sterile, 1000/bag (1000 per PK )
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    was $134.79 Special Price $98.29
  2. 0.5mL Micro Centrifuge Tube, Sterile, CS5000
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    All tubes have a frosted marking spot and engraved graduations Attached flat top cap is easy to open and close with one hand (5000 per CS)
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    was $267.00 Special Price $182.29
  3. Labcon Tube FREESTAND 50ML PLUG BULK, CS500
    Manufacturer: Labcon North America
    Freestanding 50ml centrifuge tubes are available for use in those applications where a rack is not available. (500 per CS )
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    was $130.64 Special Price $95.10
  4. Microfuge Tubes 1.5mL, Black
    Manufacturer: Heathrow Scientific
    Microcentrifuge Tubes are certified DNase, Ranse and Pyrogen free. (500 per PK)
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    was $21.16 Special Price $17.77
  5. Diamond Midi Centrifuge Tube, 5.0mL, PP, Attached Locking Snap Cap, Graduated, Natural, Lot Certified: Rnase, Dnase, Pyrogen, ATP and Human DNA Free
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Diamond Midi Centrifuge Tube, 5.0mL, PP, Attached Locking Snap Cap, Graduated, Natural, Lot Certified: Rnase, Dnase, Pyrogen, ATP and Human DNA Free (3000 per CS)
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    was $1,206.10 Special Price $879.45
  6. Transport Tube, 50mL, with Attached Red Screw Cap, PP, Printed Graduations, Conical Bottom, Self-Standing, STERILE, 25/Bag, 20 Bags/Unit
    SKU: 6256-CS
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Transport Tube, 50mL, with Attached Red Screw Cap, PP, Printed Graduations, Conical Bottom, Self-Standing, STERILE, 25/Bag, 20 Bags/Unit, CS500 (500 per CS)
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    was $358.80 Special Price $261.63
  7. United Scientific™ Micro Centrifuge Tubes, PP, 1.5ml, Blue
    Manufacturer: United Scientific Supplies
    Made from high-quality virgin polypropylene, these Micro Centrifuge Tubes are RNase, DNase and Pyrogen free for safer use in molecular biology and other biochemical applications. Include a connected snap cap, large molded-in graduations, and a frosted sur (500 per PK )
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    was $20.45 Special Price $14.32
  8. United Scientific™ Micro Centrifuge Tubes, PP, 2.0ml, Blue
    Manufacturer: United Scientific Supplies
    Made from high-quality virgin polypropylene, these Micro Centrifuge Tubes are RNase, DNase and Pyrogen free for safer use in molecular biology and other biochemical applications. Include a connected snap cap, large molded-in graduations, and a frosted sur (500 per PK )
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    was $23.95 Special Price $17.47
  9. Rack for 1.5mL and 2.0mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, Stackable, Polycarbonate (PC), 24-Place, Green
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Rack for 1.5mL and 2.0mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, Stackable, Polycarbonate (PC), 24-Place, Green (8 per CS)
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    was $251.30 Special Price $183.24
  10. Microtube w/ cap, 0.5mL, Locktop style cap, 1000/pk
    Manufacturer: MTC Bio
    Microtube w/ cap, 0.5ml, Locktop style cap, 1000/pk (1000 per PK )
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    was $40.52 Special Price $28.64
  11. Screw-Cap Microtubes, sterile, 1.5ml with loop-caps assembled, 500/pk
    Manufacturer: MTC Bio
    Screw-Cap Microtubes, sterile, 1.5ml with loop-caps assembled, 500/pk (500 per PK )
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    was $80.00 Special Price $51.49
  12. 250mL Centrifuge Bottle, PP, Non-sterile
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    Translucent and provides chemical resistivity needed for many applications Bottle should be filled 75% of total capacity to obtain maximum results Centrifuge Bottles have a rigid body for low to moderate speed centrifugation of biological and chemical samples High quality polycarbonate and polypropylene have excellent chemical resistance Reusable and autoclavable Use of a rotor cushion is advised to support bottles during centrifugation Packaged non-sterile in re-sealable bags (2 per CS)
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    was $61.00 Special Price $40.83
  13. Bio Plas Exclusive Micro Tube Tool
    SKU: 4000-PK
    Manufacturer: Bio Plas
    This handy polypropylene Micro Tube Tool opens Snap-Cap and Screw Cap Microcentrifuge Tubes easily, prevents fatigue and saves wear on your fingers and thumbs! ? The innovative Micro Tube Tool makes it a breeze to open tight-fitting Snap Caps- and it lets you remove Screw Caps while tubes are still in the rack. Convenient and inexpensive, the Micro Tube Tool puts an end to difficult maneuvering and straining to open Screw-Cap Tubes and any size Snap Cap Tubes. (4 per PK)
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    was $5.82 Special Price $5.09
  14. 50mL Centrifuge Tube, Snap-Pop Lid, Self-Standing - Bag, Sterile, CS500
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    Audible "snap!" gives you the confidence that the tube is completely closed Easily open or seal the tube with one hand; same hinged cap style as micro centrifuge tubes Elongated lip on attached cap prevents finger contact with tube, reducing cross contamination Ideal for sample storage, collection and experimental procedures Single-piece design is easy to use in the lab or the field Offers savings advantage versus traditional flip-top screw cap Available in conical and self-standing bottoms (500 per CS)
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    was $359.00 Special Price $239.17
  15. Centrifuge Tube, 50mL, with Attached Red Screw Cap, PP, Printed Graduations, STERILE, 25/Rack, 20 Racks/Unit
    SKU: 6243-CS
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Centrifuge Tube, 50mL, with Attached Red Screw Cap, PP, Printed Graduations, STERILE, 25/Rack, 20 Racks/Unit, CS500 (500 per CS)
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    was $549.30 Special Price $400.53
  16. Conical Tube 15mL Bulk Wrap Sterile, Black
    Manufacturer: Heathrow Scientific
    Conical Centrifuge Tubes are certified DNase, Ranse and Pyrogen free. (500 per CS)
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    was $241.16 Special Price $214.80
  17. 225mL Conical Bottom Centrifuge Tube, Sterile
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    225mL Conical Bottom Centrifuge Tube, Sterile (48 per CS )
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    $95.83
  18. Culture/Centrifuge Tube, PP, with attached cap, 7mL, 15x60mm, 200/pk
    Manufacturer: MTC Bio
    Culture/Centrifuge Tube, PP, with attached cap, 7mL, 15x60mm, 200/pk (200 per PK )
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    was $93.79 Special Price $68.39
  19. Five-O™ 5mL Screw-cap MacroTube®, non-sterile, w/ screw caps packed separately, 500/cs
    Manufacturer: MTC Bio
    Five-O™ 5mL Screw-cap MacroTube®, non-sterile, w/ screw caps packed separately, 500/cs (500 per CS )
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    was $99.00 Special Price $71.34
  20. SpectraTube 50ml PP (29x115mm), flat rainbow screw cap, 25/foam rack, 500/cs
    Manufacturer: MTC Bio
    SpectraTubes™ Rainbow Capped Centrifuge Tubes, 50mL, sterile, 5 colors per rack (B,G,R,Y,O), 20 racks of 25 tubes, 500/cs (500 per PK )
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    was $244.82 Special Price $155.58
  21. 50mL ProSeries Tubes Sterile Bags
    Manufacturer: MTC Bio
    ProSeries™ High Performance Centrifuge Tubes, 50mL, 20,000xg max RCF, sterile, w/ Hi-Viz Graduations and FreezeTech Temperature Indicator Patch, 20 resealable bgs of 25 tubes, 500/cs (500 per CS )
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    was $199.00 Special Price $138.94
  22. 2.0mL Micro Centrifuge Tube, Non-sterile, CS1000
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    All tubes have a frosted marking spot and engraved graduations Attached flat top cap is easy to open and close with one hand (1000 per CS)
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    was $61.00 Special Price $40.83
  23. Microcentrifuge Tube, 1.5mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Red, Certified: Rnase, Dnase and Pryogen Free, 500/Stand Up Zip Lock Bag
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Microcentrifuge Tube, 1.5mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Red, Certified: Rnase, Dnase and Pryogen Free, 500/Stand Up Zip Lock Bag, PK500 (500 per PK)
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    was $26.10 Special Price $19.04
  24. 50 mL SuperClear® Centrifuge Tubes, 25 per Rack, Sterile, CS500
    Manufacturer: Labcon North America
    SuperClear tubes offer you a standard of performance not available from other brands of centrifuge tubes. (500 per CS )
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    was $259.93 Special Price $227.44
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