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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
    5mL Screw-cap MacroTube®, sterile, w/ attached screw caps in foam racks, Opaque Black, 500/cs (500 per PK )
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    was $146.69 Special Price $112.00
  2. Diamond Midi Centrifuge Tube, 5.0mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Natural, STERILE, 20/Bag, 10 Bags/Unit
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    An efficient and economical alternative to 15mL conical tubes when working with sample volumes between 2.0mL and 5.0mL. (200 per PK)
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    was $66.00 Special Price $48.12
  3. 2.0mL G-Tube, Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube, Sterile, Red, 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 $123.52 Special Price $108.08
  4. 5mL Tubes, sterile, w/ attached screw caps in foam racks, Opaque Black, 500ea.
    Manufacturer: Benchmark Scientific
    5mL Tubes, sterile, w/ attached screw caps in foam racks, Opaque Black, 500ea. PK/500 (500 per PK)
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    was $146.69 Special Price $130.92
  5. Screw-Cap microtube, 2.0mL, self standing, sterile, printed graduations, caps assembled, 1000/cs
    Manufacturer: MTC Bio
    Screw-Cap microtube, 2.0mL, self standing, sterile, printed graduations, caps assembled, 1000/cs (1000 per CS )
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    was $245.57 Special Price $178.77
  6. CAP ONLY, Screw Top Micro Tube Cap, O-Ring, Opaque, Yellow, 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
  7. Reversible Rack for Microcentrifuge Tubes, 80-Place for 1.5mL and 2.0mL and Reverse Side is 60-Place for 0.2mL and 0.5mL Tubes, Blue, 5/Pack
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Reversible Rack for Microcentrifuge Tubes, 80-Place for 1.5mL and 2.0mL and Reverse Side is 60-Place for 0.2mL and 0.5mL Tubes, Blue, 5/Pack (25 per CS)
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    was $343.90 Special Price $250.76
  8. Microcentrifuge Tube, 2.0mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Orange, Certified: Rnase, Dnase and Pyrogen Free, 500/Stand Up Zip Lock Bag
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Microcentrifuge Tube, 2.0mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Orange, Certified: Rnase, Dnase and Pyrogen Free, 500/Stand Up Zip Lock Bag (5000 per CS)
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    was $311.00 Special Price $226.77
  9. 50 mL SuperClear® Centrifuge Tubes with Plug Style Caps, in Bulk, 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 $159.22 Special Price $139.31
  10. 1.5mL G-Tube, Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube, Sterile, Rainbow, 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 $125.27 Special Price $109.61
  11. Foam Test Tube Racks for 500uL, 1.5mL & 1.8mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, Charcoal, CS36
    SKU: 0021-CS
    Manufacturer: Bio Plas
    Foam Test Tube Racks for 500uL, 1.5mL & 1.8mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, Charcoal, CS36 (36 per CS)
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    was $315.93 Special Price $241.33
  12. Screw-cap microtubes, 2.0mL, with O-ring, sterile, molded graduations, caps attached, 100 per bag
    Manufacturer: MTC Bio
    Screw-cap microtubes, 2.0mL, with O-ring, sterile, molded graduations, caps attached, 100 per bag, 1000/case (1000 per PK )
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    was $241.95 Special Price $176.41
  13. Biologix 2.0ml clear PP nonsterile self-standing conical bottom microtubes, CS5000
    Manufacturer: Biologix
    Biologix 2.0ml clear polypropylene non-sterile self-standing conical bottom microtubes. caps sold separately. 500 tubes/pack, 10 packs/case (5000 per CS )
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    was $147.84 Special Price $118.38
  14. 0.6mL 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
  15. Microcentrifuge Tube, 2.0mL, PP, Attached Locking Snap Cap, Graduated, Natural, Lot Certified: Rnase, Dnase, Pyrogen, ATP and Human DNA Free
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Microcentrifuge Tube, 2.0mL, PP, Attached Locking Snap Cap, Graduated, Natural, Lot Certified: Rnase, Dnase, Pyrogen, ATP and Human DNA Free (8000 per CS)
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    was $813.60 Special Price $593.25
  16. 50mL Centrifuge Tube - Bag, Sterile, CS500
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    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 Paperboard rack is a recyclable, fold-flat alternative to bulky foam racks (500 per CS)
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    was $238.00 Special Price $148.75
  17. Microcentrifuge Tube, 1.5mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Orange, Certified: Rnase, Dnase and Pyrogen Free, 500/Stand Up Zip Lock Bag
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Microcentrifuge Tube, 1.5mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Orange, Certified: Rnase, Dnase and Pyrogen Free, 500/Stand Up Zip Lock Bag (10000 per CS)
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    was $516.90 Special Price $376.91
  18. Microcentrifuge Tube, 2.0mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Assorted Colors, Certified: Rnase, Dnase and Pyrogen Free, 500/Stand Up Zip Lock Bag
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Microcentrifuge Tube, 2.0mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Assorted Colors, Certified: Rnase, Dnase and Pyrogen Free, 500/Stand Up Zip Lock Bag (5000 per CS)
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    was $311.00 Special Price $226.77
  19. Macrocentrifuge Tube, 5.0mL, PP, Assembled Red Screw Cap, Graduated, STERILE, 20/Bag, 10 Bags/Unit
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Macrocentrifuge Tube, 5.0mL, PP, Assembled Red Screw Cap, Graduated, STERILE, 20/Bag, 10 Bags/Unit (2000 per CS)
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    was $695.60 Special Price $507.21
  20. Conical 2.0mL, Screw Cap Microcentrifuge Tube - Sterile, Natural, 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
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    was $449.40 Special Price $393.23
  21. 50mL Centrifuge Tube, Marking Spot Caps - Foam Rack, Sterile, CS300
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    Marking Spot Cap provides additional labeling area on cap 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 Foam rack is a sturdy alternative to disposable paperboard racks (300 per CS)
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    was $197.00 Special Price $131.25
  22. Microcentrifuge Tube, 2.0mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Yellow, Certified: Rnase, Dnase and Pryogen Free, 500/Stand Up Zip Lock Bag
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Microcentrifuge Tube, 2.0mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Yellow, Certified: Rnase, Dnase and Pryogen Free, 500/Stand Up Zip Lock Bag, PK500 (500 per PK)
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    was $31.30 Special Price $22.83
  23. Reversible Rack with Cover for Microcentrifuge Tubes, 96-Place for 1.5mL and 2.0mL and Reverse Side is 96-Place for 0.2mL and 0.5mL Tubes, Pink, 5/Pack
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Reversible Rack with Cover for Microcentrifuge Tubes, 96-Place for 1.5mL and 2.0mL and Reverse Side is 96-Place for 0.2mL and 0.5mL Tubes, Pink, 5/Pack (25 per CS)
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    was $587.60 Special Price $428.46
  24. Rack Microcentrifuge Tube Blue, PP 1.5mL
    Manufacturer: Dynalon
    Rack Microcentrifuge Tube Blue, PP 1.5mL (5 per CS)
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    was $166.88 Special Price $112.69
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