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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.

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  1. Five-O™ 5mL Screw-cap MacroTube®, sterile, w/ attached screw caps in foam racks, Opaque Black, 500/cs
    Manufacturer: MTC Bio
    Five-O™ 5mL Screw-cap MacroTube®, sterile, w/ attached screw caps in foam racks, Opaque Black, 500/cs (500 per CS )
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    was $129.50 Special Price $98.72
  2. Centrifuge Tube, 15mL, Attached Red Screw Cap, PS, Printed Graduations, STERILE, 25/Bag, 20 Bags/Unit
    SKU: 6272-CS
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Centrifuge Tube, 15mL, Attached Red Screw Cap, PS, Printed Graduations, STERILE, 25/Bag, 20 Bags/Unit, CS500 (500 per CS)
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    was $296.00 Special Price $215.84
  3. Microcentrifuge Tube, 0.5mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Assorted Colors, Certified: Rnase, Dnase and Pryogen Free, 500/Stand Up Zip Lock Bag
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Microcentrifuge Tube, 0.5mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Assorted Colors, Certified: Rnase, Dnase and Pryogen Free, 500/Stand Up Zip Lock Bag, PK500 (500 per PK)
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    was $25.70 Special Price $18.74
  4. Labcon Tube 50ML PP 50 BG W SKIRT, 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 $216.78 Special Price $157.82
  5. Microcentrifuge tube rack, holds 20, 1.5mL tubes, pack of 1
    Manufacturer: Brandtech Scientific
    Microcentrifuge tube rack, holds 20, 1.5mL tubes, pack of 1 (1 per EA)
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    was $42.40 Special Price $39.64
  6. 1.5mL G-Tube, Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube, Sterile, Lavender, PK500
    Manufacturer: Bio Plas
    The G-Tube™ Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube is virtuallytransparent and far exceeds the toughness of any microcentrifuge tubes. When the G-Tube™ Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube cap is closed there will be an audible "snap" that indicates a secure closure has been formed.Made of tough, clear, proprietary formulated polypropylene, the0.6mL, 1.5mL and 2.0mLG-Tube™ has the same chemicalresistant quality as standardtubes, but they're sturdier andvirtually transparent to give abetter view. The flat top cap iseasy to open and still provides amaximum secure seal. All three volumes are available in siliconized material. Siliconized G-Tubes™ are not recommended for autoclaving. The G-Tube™ is built for highimpact usage and willwithstand over 30,000 x g whenspun. Thicker walls make thisthe tube of choice for extreme stress, high spinning speeds, autoclaving, boiling, chemical resistance and freezing. Willwithstand temperature rangesof -80°C (-112°F) to 121 °C(250°F) (500 per PK)
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    was $120.95 Special Price $105.83
  7. Conical 0.5mL, with skirt Screw Cap Microcentrifuge Tube - Sterile, Amber, CS1000
    Manufacturer: Bio Plas
    Bio Plas Screw-Cap Microcentrifuge Tubes are ideal forany sample-processing or storage application and for working with valuable or hazardous cells and materials. Transparent polymer lets you see your sample clearly. The strength, safety, and reliability, of the Bio Plas Screw-Cap Microcentrifuge Tubes let you perform procedures that simply can’t be done with many other tubes. Spin them, store them, transport them (even by air). Boil, irradiate them. They’ll stand up to the test! Screw Cap Microcentrifuge Tube Features: Sample Integrity: EPDM O-Rings create a positive seal to prevent leaking during processing, storage, or transport. Tubes made of inert virgin, high-clarity, ultra-pure, polypropylene to minimize risk of altering samples. Will withstand maximum G-forces up to 20000 x g. Sturdy and Reusable: Ideal for freezer storage, boiling,utoclaving and irradiation. Will withstand temperature ranges of -196°C to +121°C. Free of detectable DNase, RNase, DNA, PCR inhibitors, and endotoxins. Note: not suitable for immersion in liquid nitrogen. Ideal for boiling application Inside the Screw Cap the O-Ring forms a secure and leak-proof seal. The Bio Plas Screw-Cap Microcentrifuge Tube’s square threads won’t strip and they are on the outside of the tube, so you minimize the risk of contaminating your sample or letting it contaminate the Lab Tech (500 per CS)
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    was $538.73 Special Price $471.39
  8. 2.0mL Micro Centrifuge Tube, 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 $70.00 Special Price $47.40
  9. 1.5mL Micro Centrifuge Tube, Black, 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 1.5mL opaque black tube protects light sensitive compounds (1000 per CS)
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    was $82.00 Special Price $56.14
  10. Five-O™ 5mL Screw-cap MacroTube®, sterile, w/ attached screw caps in foam racks, 500/cs
    Manufacturer: MTC Bio
    5mL Screw-cap MacroTube®, sterile, w/ attached screw caps in foam racks, 500/cs (500 per PK )
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    was $127.26 Special Price $97.23
  11. 1.5mL G-Tube, Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube, Sterile, Red, PK500, CS10000
    Manufacturer: Bio Plas
    The G-Tube™ Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube is virtuallytransparent and far exceeds the toughness of any microcentrifuge tubes. When the G-Tube™ Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube cap is closed there will be an audible "snap" that indicates a secure closure has been formed.Made of tough, clear, proprietary formulated polypropylene, the0.6mL, 1.5mL and 2.0mLG-Tube™ has the same chemicalresistant quality as standardtubes, but they're sturdier andvirtually transparent to give abetter view. The flat top cap iseasy to open and still provides amaximum secure seal. All three volumes are available in siliconized material. Siliconized G-Tubes™ are not recommended for autoclaving. The G-Tube™ is built for highimpact usage and willwithstand over 30,000 x g whenspun. Thicker walls make thisthe tube of choice for extreme stress, high spinning speeds, autoclaving, boiling, chemical resistance and freezing. Willwithstand temperature rangesof -80°C (-112°F) to 121 °C(250°F) (10000 per CS)
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    was $2,419.00 Special Price $2,116.62
  12. Rack for 0.5mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, Stackable, Polycarbonate (PC), 24-Place, Clear
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Rack for 0.5mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, Stackable, Polycarbonate (PC), 24-Place, Clear (8 per CS)
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    was $251.30 Special Price $183.24
  13. 1.5mL Micro Centrifuge Tube, Amber, Non-sterile, 500/bag, CS500
    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 Color tubes allow for quick sample identification, or to customize workflows (500 per CS )
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    was $70.00 Special Price $47.40
  14. 1.5mL Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube, Rainbow, PK500
    SKU: 4310-PK
    Manufacturer: Bio Plas
    Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube 1.5mL. Flat top lid forms extra-tight seal easy-to-open with thumb pressure. Withstands 22000xg forces. Textured writing surface on top of caps and sides. Non-wettable walls. Graduated from 0.1 to 1.5mL. Rainbow color. (500 per PK)
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    was $26.92 Special Price $23.55
  15. CAP ONLY, Screw Top Micro Tube Cap, O-Ring, Translucent, Assorted Colors, Non-sterile, CS1000
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    Translucent and Opaque Cap O-rings ensure leak-proof seal, and are a highly visible contrasting color All caps are compatible with all CELLTREAT Screw Top Micro Tubes; mix and match (1000 per CS)
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    was $182.00 Special Price $134.17
  16. 15mL Centrifuge Tube, Flip Top Cap - Bag, Sterile, CS500
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    Ergonomic flip top cap is designed for single handed operation Graduations are printed in bold, easy-to-read black ink and are accurate to +/-2% Large white marking area provides excellent contrast for identification Easy to write on flat surface polyethylene (HDPE) caps feature integrated leak-proof seal Tubes include graduations molded into the conical bottom, ideal for pellet viewing and small volume quantification Convenient zip-closure bag is a practical alternative to folding and taping opened bags (500 per CS)
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    was $277.00 Special Price $184.47
  17. 0.6mL G-Tube, Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube, Sterile, Lavender, PK500
    Manufacturer: Bio Plas
    The G-Tube™ Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube is virtuallytransparent and far exceeds the toughness of any microcentrifuge tubes. When the G-Tube™ Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube cap is closed there will be an audible "snap" that indicates a secure closure has been formed.Made of tough, clear, proprietary formulated polypropylene, the0.6mL, 1.5mL and 2.0mLG-Tube™ has the same chemicalresistant quality as standardtubes, but they're sturdier andvirtually transparent to give abetter view. The flat top cap iseasy to open and still provides amaximum secure seal. All three volumes are available in siliconized material. Siliconized G-Tubes™ are not recommended for autoclaving. The G-Tube™ is built for highimpact usage and willwithstand over 30,000 x g whenspun. Thicker walls make thisthe tube of choice for extreme stress, high spinning speeds, autoclaving, boiling, chemical resistance and freezing. Willwithstand temperature rangesof -80°C (-112°F) to 121 °C(250°F) (500 per PK)
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    was $120.95 Special Price $105.83
  18. 50mL Centrifuge Tube - Bag, Sterile CS500
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    Manufactured and packaged using an improved process, while maintaining standards Easy to write on flat surface polyethylene (HDPE) caps feature integrated leak-proof seal Graduations are printed in bold, easy-to-read black ink and are accurate to +/-2% Tubes include graduations molded into the conical bottom, ideal for pellet viewing and small volume quantification Large white marking area provides excellent contrast for identification Convenient zip-closure bag is a practical alternative to folding and taping opened bags (500 per CS)
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    was $224.00 Special Price $145.83
  19. CAP ONLY, Screw Top Micro Tube Cap, Grip Cap With Integrated O-Ring, Blue, Non-sterile, CS1000
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    Premium Grip Cap features molded TPE sealing rings which ensure O-ring will never slip out of place; striped TPE grips on cap edge enable secure handling under all conditions Caps are available in various colors for easy identification and color-coding All caps are compatible with all CELLTREAT Screw Top Micro Tubes; mix and match (1000 per CS)
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    was $182.00 Special Price $134.17
  20. TUBE ONLY, 50mL Centrifuge Tube, Sterile
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    TUBE ONLY, 50mL Centrifuge Tube, Sterile (500 per CS )
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    was $160.00 Special Price $102.08
  21. 0.5mL Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube, Orange, PK500
    SKU: 4321-PK
    Manufacturer: Bio Plas
    MICROCENT.TUBES 0.5ML ORNPK500Bio Plas flat top microcentrifuge tube 0.5 ml orange. (500 per PK)
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    was $22.18 Special Price $19.41
  22. 5mL Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube (4 bags of 50 tubes per pack), Assorted*, PK200
    SKU: 4401-PK
    Manufacturer: Bio Plas
    5mL Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube (4 bags of 50 tubes per pack), Assorted*, PK200 (200 per PK)
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    was $122.35 Special Price $107.06
  23. 1.5mL G-Tube, Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube, Sterile, Rainbow, PK500, CS10000
    Manufacturer: Bio Plas
    The G-Tube™ Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube is virtuallytransparent and far exceeds the toughness of any microcentrifuge tubes. When the G-Tube™ Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube cap is closed there will be an audible "snap" that indicates a secure closure has been formed.Made of tough, clear, proprietary formulated polypropylene, the0.6mL, 1.5mL and 2.0mLG-Tube™ has the same chemicalresistant quality as standardtubes, but they're sturdier andvirtually transparent to give abetter view. The flat top cap iseasy to open and still provides amaximum secure seal. All three volumes are available in siliconized material. Siliconized G-Tubes™ are not recommended for autoclaving. The G-Tube™ is built for highimpact usage and willwithstand over 30,000 x g whenspun. Thicker walls make thisthe tube of choice for extreme stress, high spinning speeds, autoclaving, boiling, chemical resistance and freezing. Willwithstand temperature rangesof -80°C (-112°F) to 121 °C(250°F) (10000 per CS)
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    was $2,505.33 Special Price $2,192.17
  24. Conical 2.0mL, with skirt Screw Cap Microcentrifuge Tube - Sterile, Amber, CS1000
    Manufacturer: Bio Plas
    Bio Plas Screw-Cap Microcentrifuge Tubes are ideal forany sample-processing or storage application and for working with valuable or hazardous cells and materials. Transparent polymer lets you see your sample clearly. The strength, safety, and reliability, of the Bio Plas Screw-Cap Microcentrifuge Tubes let you perform procedures that simply can’t be done with many other tubes. Spin them, store them, transport them (even by air). Boil, irradiate them. They’ll stand up to the test! Screw Cap Microcentrifuge Tube Features: Sample Integrity: EPDM O-Rings create a positive seal to prevent leaking during processing, storage, or transport. Tubes made of inert virgin, high-clarity, ultra-pure, polypropylene to minimize risk of altering samples. Will withstand maximum G-forces up to 20000 x g. Sturdy and Reusable: Ideal for freezer storage, boiling,utoclaving and irradiation. Will withstand temperature ranges of -196°C to +121°C. Free of detectable DNase, RNase, DNA, PCR inhibitors, and endotoxins. Note: not suitable for immersion in liquid nitrogen. Ideal for boiling application Inside the Screw Cap the O-Ring forms a secure and leak-proof seal. The Bio Plas Screw-Cap Microcentrifuge Tube’s square threads won’t strip and they are on the outside of the tube, so you minimize the risk of contaminating your sample or letting it contaminate the Lab Tech (500 per CS)
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    was $538.73 Special Price $471.39
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