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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. 15mL Bio-Reaction Tube - Foam Rack, Sterile, CS300
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    Bio-reaction tubes offer a convenient and economical option for small scale, high density suspension cell culture Ideal for biological reaction applications that require sterile conditions and free gas exchange Aseptic conditions are maintained through 0.22µm hydrophobic vented membrane Useful in the screening and optimization processes of suspension cells Reaction parameters can be optimized using small amounts of materials, maximizing the number of parallel experiments that can be performed simultaneously Ideal for suspension cell culture, bacterial growth, seeding larger bioreactors and supporting start-up testing procedures for larger bioreactors Can be used for lyophilization Feature a 0.22µm hydrophobic membrane in the vent cap Easy-to-read black graduations Large white marking area (300 per CS)
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    was $549.00 Special Price $369.68
  2. Microcentrifuge Tube, 0.5mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Natural, Certified: Rnase, Dnase and Pyrogen Free, 500/Stand Up Zip Lock Bag
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Microcentrifuge Tube, 0.5mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Natural, Certified: Rnase, Dnase and Pyrogen Free, 500/Stand Up Zip Lock Bag (10000 per CS)
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    was $508.60 Special Price $370.85
  3. 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, Pink, 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, Pink, 5/Pack, PK5 (5 per PK)
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    was $69.10 Special Price $50.39
  4. Microcentrifuge tube w/lid, N/S, clear, 0.5mL, pack of 1000
    Manufacturer: Brandtech Scientific
    Microcentrifuge tube w/lid, N/S, clear, 0.5mL, pack of 1000 (1000 per PK)
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    was $102.40 Special Price $95.74
  5. Biologix blue PP nonsterile screw cap with o-ring seal, CS5000
    Manufacturer: Biologix
    Biologix blue polypropylene non-sterile screw cap with o-ring seal (for use with microtubes). tubes sold separately. 500 caps/pack, 10 packs/case (5000 per CS )
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    was $170.31 Special Price $136.38
  6. United Scientific™ Centrifuge Tube Box, For 15ml Tubes, Economy, PP
    Manufacturer: United Scientific Supplies
    Rugged, autoclavable centrifuge tube boxes can be used at temperatures of -90°C to 121°C. Rocks hold 36 each 15ml tubes, or 16 each 50ml tubes, and feature a clear lid for easy identification of contents. Dimensions 5 3/4" x 5 3/4" x 5" (145 x 145 x 130mm). (4 per PK )
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    was $51.60 Special Price $39.14
  7. Microtube w/ cap, 1.5mL, blue, w/ self-standing bag & Stop-Pops™, 500/pk
    Manufacturer: MTC Bio
    Microtube w/ cap, 1.5ml, blue, w/ self-standing bag & Stop-Pops™, 500/pk (500 per PK )
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    was $19.71 Special Price $14.24
  8. Microcentrifuge Tube, 2.0mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Red, Certified: Rnase, Dnase and Pyrogen Free, 500/Stand Up Zip Lock Bag
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Microcentrifuge Tube, 2.0mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Red, 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. Float Rack for 1.5mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, Round, 8-Place, 65mm Diameter, White, 4/Pack
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Float Rack for 1.5mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, Round, 8-Place, 65mm Diameter, White, 4/Pack, PK4 (4 per PK)
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    was $33.30 Special Price $24.29
  10. Macrocentrifuge Tube, 5.0mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Natural, STERILE, 20/Bag, 10 Bags/Unit
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Macrocentrifuge Tube, 5.0mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Natural, STERILE, 20/Bag, 10 Bags/Unit, CS200 (2000 per CS)
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    was $657.90 Special Price $479.72
  11. Macrocentrifuge Tube, 5.0mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Midnight Light Blocking Black, 50/Bag, 4 Bags/Unit
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Macrocentrifuge Tube, 5.0mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Midnight Light Blocking Black, 50/Bag, 4 Bags/Unit, CS200 (2000 per CS)
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    was $598.50 Special Price $436.41
  12. Centrifuge Tube, 16 x 100mm , 12mL, PS, 500/Bag
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Centrifuge Tube, 16 x 100mm (12mL), PS, 500/Bag, CS500 (500 per CS)
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    was $107.80 Special Price $78.60
  13. Cap, Plug, for 15mL Centrifuge Tubes, Natural
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Cap, Plug, for 15mL Centrifuge Tubes, Natural (1000 per PK)
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    was $104.70 Special Price $76.35
  14. Rack for 1.5mL and 2.0mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, Reinforced PP, 20-Place, White
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Rack for 1.5mL and 2.0mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, Reinforced PP, 20-Place, White (6 per CS)
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    was $193.50 Special Price $141.10
  15. Conical Tube 50mL Racked Sterile, Natural
    Manufacturer: Heathrow Scientific
    Conical Centrifuge Tubes are certified DNase, Ranse and Pyrogen free. (500 per CS)
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    was $230.58 Special Price $218.48
  16. 50mL Centrifuge Tube, Best Value - Paperboard Rack with 2 Plastic RackMasters, Sterile, 25/rack, CS500
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    50mL Centrifuge Tube, Best Value - Paperboard Rack with 2 Plastic RackMasters, Sterile, 25/rack, CS500 (500 per CS )
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    was $224.00 Special Price $146.56
  17. 5mL Macro Centrifuge Tube, Snap-Pop, Assorted Color, Non-sterile
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    5mL Macro Centrifuge Tube, Snap-Pop, Assorted Color, Non-sterile (100 per CS )
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    was $58.00 Special Price $41.56
  18. 2.0mL G-Tube, Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube, Sterile, Natural, 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 $2,470.33 Special Price $2,161.54
  19. 2.0mL G-Tube, Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube, Sterile, Lavender, 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 $2,470.33 Special Price $2,161.54
  20. Tube,Centrifuge,Oil,Stem,100ml
    Manufacturer: Kimble Chase
    KIMAX Oil Centrifuge Tube Pear shaped borosilicate glass construction. 1.5ml stem. Printed white ceramic enamel scale. Calibrated to contain. Graduations: 0 to 100ml. Length: 158mm. Diameter: 58mm. Meets ASTM D96 and D1966 requirements. (12 per CS )
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    was $2,162.44 Special Price $1,913.73
  21. 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, Yellow, 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, Yellow, 5/Pack (25 per CS)
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    was $587.60 Special Price $428.46
  22. 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, Green, 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, Green, 5/Pack (25 per CS)
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    was $587.60 Special Price $428.46
  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, Yellow, 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, Yellow, 5/Pack, PK5 (5 per PK)
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    was $117.70 Special Price $85.83
  24. 2.0mL 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 $301.00 Special Price $205.62
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