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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. Macrocentrifuge Tube, 5.0mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Blue, 50/Bag, 4 Bags/Unit
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Macrocentrifuge Tube, 5.0mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Blue, 50/Bag, 4 Bags/Unit, CS200 (2000 per CS)
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    was $598.50 Special Price $436.41
  2. Microtube, 2mL, Self-Standing, PP, No Cap
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Microtube, 2mL, Self-Standing, PP, No Cap, PK1000 (1000 per PK)
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    was $135.10 Special Price $98.51
  3. Microcentrifuge Tube, 1.5mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Pink
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Microcentrifuge Tube, 1.5mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Pink, PK1000 (1000 per PK)
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    was $43.30 Special Price $31.57
  4. Wireless MicroTube Rack with Handles for 1.5mL and 2.0mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, 96-Place, White
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Wireless MicroTube Rack with Handles for 1.5mL and 2.0mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, 96-Place, White, EA1 (1 per EA)
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    was $26.70 Special Price $19.47
  5. 1.5mL G-Tube, Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube, Sterile, Blue, 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
  6. 1.5mL G-Tube, Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube, Sterile, Green, 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
  7. United Scientific™ Rack For Micro Tubes, PC, 48 Places, Yellow
    Manufacturer: United Scientific Supplies
    Stackable polycarbonate racks are compatible with both 1.5ml and 2.0ml Micro Centrifuge Tubes. Each hole has molded in numbers and letters for sample identification. Ergonomic design provides easy insertion and removal and of tubes. Can be used in wide te (8 per PK )
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    was $127.50 Special Price $102.44
  8. Tube Cent 50mL Ster Bulk 20-BG/25
    Manufacturer: Dynalon
    Tube Cent 50mL Ster Bulk 20-BG/25 (25 per CS )
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    was $163.98 Special Price $110.71
  9. Tube Cent 50mL Self-St Ster Bulk20-BG/25
    Manufacturer: Dynalon
    Tube Cent 50mL Self-St Ster Bulk20-BG/25 (25 per CS )
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    was $252.30 Special Price $170.34
  10. Tube 0.5mL stand clr-t/blu-cap 10-BG/500
    Manufacturer: Dynalon
    Tube 0.5mL stand clr-t/blu-cap 10-BG/500 (5000 per CS )
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    was $786.31 Special Price $530.89
  11. Tube 0.5mL stand clr-t/gr-cap 10-BG/500
    Manufacturer: Dynalon
    Tube 0.5mL stand clr-t/gr-cap 10-BG/500 (5000 per CS )
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    was $786.31 Special Price $530.89
  12. Tube 0.5mL stand ind ster clear10-BG/500
    Manufacturer: Dynalon
    Tube 0.5mL stand ind ster clear10-BG/500 (5000 per CS )
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    was $828.36 Special Price $559.27
  13. Tube 0.5mL stand clr-t/red-cap 10-BG/500
    Manufacturer: Dynalon
    Tube 0.5mL stand clr-t/red-cap 10-BG/500 (5000 per CS )
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    was $786.31 Special Price $530.89
  14. Tube 1.5mL stand clr-t/blu-cap 10-BG/500
    Manufacturer: Dynalon
    Tube 1.5mL stand clr-t/blu-cap 10-BG/500 (5000 per CS )
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    was $786.31 Special Price $530.89
  15. Tube 1.5mL stand ind ster clear10-BG/500
    Manufacturer: Dynalon
    Tube 1.5mL stand ind ster clear10-BG/500 (5000 per CS )
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    was $828.36 Special Price $559.27
  16. Tube 1.5mL stand clr-t/pur-cap 10-BG/500
    Manufacturer: Dynalon
    Tube 1.5mL stand clr-t/pur-cap 10-BG/500 (5000 per CS )
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    was $786.31 Special Price $530.89
  17. Tube 1.5mL stand clr-t/yel-cap 10-BG/500
    Manufacturer: Dynalon
    Tube 1.5mL stand clr-t/yel-cap 10-BG/500 (5000 per CS )
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    was $786.31 Special Price $530.89
  18. 30mL Centrifuge Tube and Cap, Self-Standing, Non-Sterile (Tubes and Caps in Separate Bags), Tubes 500/Bag & Caps 500/Bag
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    30mL size is an ideal option for intermediate centrifuge tube volumes Self-standing base for use without a rack Molded graduations ensure volume accuracy to +/- 2% Conical bottom for maximized sample retrieval Easy to write on flat surface caps feature integrated leak-proof seal Convenient zip-closure bag is a practical alternative to folding and taping opened bags (500 per CS)
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    was $178.00 Special Price $142.92
  19. Microcentrifuge tube racks,13mm,84 tubes,6x14,blue,pack of 5
    Manufacturer: Brandtech Scientific
    Microcentrifuge tube racks,13mm,84 tubes,6x14,blue,pack of 5 (5 per PK)
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    was $156.00 Special Price $145.85
  20. Microcentrifuge tube racks,11mm,128 tubes,8x16,white,pk of 5
    Manufacturer: Brandtech Scientific
    Microcentrifuge tube racks,11mm,128 tubes,8x16,white,pk of 5 (5 per PK)
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    was $156.00 Special Price $145.85
  21. 30mL Centrifuge Tube, Self-Standing, Sterile, 500/bag
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    30mL size is an ideal option for intermediate centrifuge tube volumes Self-standing base for use without a rack Molded graduations ensure volume accuracy to +/- 2% Conical bottom for maximized sample retrieval Easy to write on flat surface caps feature integrated leak-proof seal Convenient zip-closure bag is a practical alternative to folding and taping opened bags (500 per CS)
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    was $216.00 Special Price $158.96
  22. Microcentrifuge Tube, 1.5mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Orange, Certified: Rnase, Dnase and Pryogen Free, 500/Stand Up Zip Lock Bag
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Microcentrifuge Tube, 1.5mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Orange, 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
  23. 1.5mL Micro Centrifuge Tube, Low Retention, Non-sterile
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    1.5mL Micro Centrifuge Tube, Low Retention, Non-sterile (500 per CS )
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    was $60.00 Special Price $43.75
  24. Centrifuge bottles 250ml PC screw closure, 4/pk, 36/case
    Manufacturer: Biomedical Polymers
    Available with standard caps for low-speed work and sealing caps for high-speed applications-sealing caps have a built-in gripper to facilitate removal from the rotor Extra thick walls for durability-resistant to most chemicals Wide mouth design makes filling and decanting easier These precision molded centrifuge bottles are available in polycarbonate or polypropylene. For low speed applications the bottles provide excellent value for large volume/large batch centrifugation procedures. Bottles with standard caps provide reliable performance up to 8250 xg in swinging bucket and fixed angle rotors. For high-speed work, the easy-to-use Noryl® (Noryl® is a registered trademark of General Electric Company) sealing caps with silicone O-rings enable leak-free processing at high centrifugal forces over long durations. Bottles must be filled to 80% of capacity. Centrifuge bottles may be autoclaved at 121ºC at 15 psi for 20 minutes. Caps should be placed on the bottles without engaging the threads. Bottles are qualified to the rated g-forces using Sorvall® (Sorvall® is a registered trademark of Kendro Laboratory Products) and Fiberlite® (Fiberlite® is a registered trademark of Piramoon Technologies Inc.) high-speed rotors, tested at 20ºC, with bottles filled to 80% of capacity. Failure to use the correct rotor cushion or adapter will shorten the life of the bottle and may prevent achievement of the maximum rated RCF and/or bottle failure. Prolonged autoclaving and reuse may cause stress cracks, crazing or bottle discoloration. (36 per CS )
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    was $343.98 Special Price $300.98
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