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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. 15mL Centrifuge Tube, Assorted Color Cap - Bag, Sterile, CS500
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    Assorted color cap tubes allow easily color coding of samples for quick identification, customization, and increased productivity Users report coding each color to a day of the week, a member of the lab, or a specific procedure Each case of assorted color tubes (230411A and 230421A) comes with a free plastic rack, and 4 bags of each individual color (red, yellow, green, blue, purple) 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 Plastic rack is manufactured from polypropylene and is autoclavable, reusable, and recyclable Chemically resistant to drips Design of bottom prevents racks from sticking/freezing to surfaces Widely spaced design catches drips and allows tubes to be retrieved more easily (500 per CS)
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    was $229.00 Special Price $153.86
  2. Microcentrifuge Tube, 0.5mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Violet, Certified: Rnase, Dnase and Pryogen Free, 500/Stand Up Zip Lock Bag
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Microcentrifuge Tube, 0.5mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Violet, 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
  3. TUBE ONLY, 2.0mL Screw Top Micro Tube, Self-Standing, Grip Band, Non-sterile, CS1000
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    High temperature resistivity range–shatter/crack resistant and ideal for boiling Easy 3/4 turn to open and close Caps are available separately in various colors for easy identification and color-coding All caps are compatible with all CELLTREAT Screw Top Micro Tubes; mix and match Grip band tubes feature ribs that provide exceptional gripping surface and lessen movement during centrifugation (1000 per CS)
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    was $98.00 Special Price $71.46
  4. Rack, Snap Together, for 1.5mL and 2.0mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, Reinforced PP, 128-Place, White
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Rack, Snap Together, for 1.5mL and 2.0mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, Reinforced PP, 128-Place, White (8 per CS)
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    was $287.80 Special Price $209.85
  5. CAP ONLY, Screw Top Micro Tube Cap, Grip Cap With Integrated O-Ring, Orange, 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
  6. Wireless MicroTube Rack with Handles for 1.5mL and 2.0mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, 96-Place, Yellow
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Wireless MicroTube Rack with Handles for 1.5mL and 2.0mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, 96-Place, Yellow (4 per CS)
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    was $106.30 Special Price $77.51
  7. Wireless MicroTube Rack with Handles for 1.5mL and 2.0mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, 96-Place, Blue
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Wireless MicroTube Rack with Handles for 1.5mL and 2.0mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, 96-Place, Blue (4 per CS)
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    was $106.30 Special Price $77.51
  8. 1.5mL G-Tube, Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube, Sterile, Natural, PK500
    Manufacturer: Bio Plas
    1.5mL G-Tube, Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube, Sterile, Natural, PK500 (500 per PK)
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    was $120.95 Special Price $105.83
  9. 2.0mL 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 $126.80 Special Price $110.95
  10. CAP ONLY, Screw Top Micro Tube Cap, O-Ring, Translucent, Blue, 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
  11. CAP ONLY, Screw Top Micro Tube Cap, Grip Cap With Integrated O-Ring, Yellow, 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
  12. Rack, Snap Together, for 1.5mL and 2.0mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, Reinforced PP, 128-Place, Red
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Rack, Snap Together, for 1.5mL and 2.0mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, Reinforced PP, 128-Place, Red (8 per CS)
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    was $287.80 Special Price $209.85
  13. Tube,Centrifuge,Oil,100ml
    Manufacturer: Kimble Chase
    KIMAX Graduated Oil Centrifuge Tube 100ml Calibrated to contain. Borosilicate glass construction. White ceramic enamel graduations. The oil tube neck accepts a polyethylene cap. Meets ASTM D91 96 1093 1347 1796 and API 2542 standards. Length: 200mm. Diameter: 37mm. Closures not included. (12 per CS )
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    was $1,213.19 Special Price $917.02
  14. CAP ONLY, Screw Top Micro Tube Cap, O-Ring, Opaque, 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
  15. Microcentrifuge Tube, 2.0mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Green, Certified: Rnase, Dnase and Pyrogen Free, 500/Stand Up Zip Lock Bag
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Microcentrifuge Tube, 2.0mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Green, 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
  16. Wireless MicroTube Rack with Handles for 1.5mL and 2.0mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, 24-Place, Red
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Wireless MicroTube Rack with Handles for 1.5mL and 2.0mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, 24-Place, Red, EA1 (1 per EA)
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    was $17.60 Special Price $12.83
  17. TUBE ONLY, 0.5mL Screw Top Micro Tube, Self-Standing, Grip Band, Sterile CS1000
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    High temperature resistivity range–shatter/crack resistant and ideal for boiling Easy 3/4 turn to open and close Caps are available separately in various colors for easy identification and color-coding All caps are compatible with all CELLTREAT Screw Top Micro Tubes; mix and match Grip band tubes feature ribs that provide exceptional gripping surface and lessen movement during centrifugation (1000 per CS)
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    was $136.00 Special Price $99.16
  18. Rack, Snap Together, for 1.5mL and 2.0mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, Reinforced PP, 128-Place, Blue
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Rack, Snap Together, for 1.5mL and 2.0mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, Reinforced PP, 128-Place, Blue (8 per CS)
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    was $287.80 Special Price $209.85
  19. Wireless MicroTube Rack with Handles for 1.5mL and 2.0mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, 24-Place, Yellow
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Wireless MicroTube Rack with Handles for 1.5mL and 2.0mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, 24-Place, Yellow, EA1 (1 per EA)
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    was $17.60 Special Price $12.83
  20. Wireless MicroTube Rack with Handles for 1.5mL and 2.0mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, 24-Place, White
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Wireless MicroTube Rack with Handles for 1.5mL and 2.0mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, 24-Place, White (8 per CS)
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    was $138.30 Special Price $100.84
  21. 5mL Macro Centrifuge Tube, Snap-Pop, Yellow, Non-sterile
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    5mL Macro Centrifuge Tube, Snap-Pop, Yellow, Non-sterile (100 per CS )
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    was $58.00 Special Price $41.56
  22. Screw cap for 2.0mL microtube, assorted colors (red, blue, green, yellow, orange), non-sterile, w/ installed O-ring, 1000/bag
    Manufacturer: MTC Bio
    Screw cap for 2.0mL microtube, assorted colors (red, blue, green, yellow, orange), non-sterile, w/ installed O-ring, 1000/bag (1000 per PK )
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    was $100.81 Special Price $73.51
  23. Microcentrifuge tube w/lid closure, N/S clear, 1.5mL, pk1000
    Manufacturer: Brandtech Scientific
    Microcentrifuge tube w/lid closure, N/S clear, 1.5mL, pk1000 (1000 per PK)
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    was $123.40 Special Price $115.37
  24. Microtube, 0.5mL, PP, No Cap
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Microtube, 0.5mL, PP, No Cap, PK1000 (1000 per PK)
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    was $127.90 Special Price $93.26
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