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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. Microcentrifuge Tube, 1.5mL, PP, Attached Snap
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Microcentrifuge Tube, 1.5mL, PP, Attached Snap Cap, Graduated, Pink (10000 per CS)
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    was $431.20 Special Price $314.41
  2. Screw Cap for Microtube, No O-Ring, Clear
    Manufacturer: Globe Scientific
    Screw Cap for Microtube, No O-Ring, Clear, PK1000 (200 per PK)
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    was $127.90 Special Price $93.26
  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, Natural, 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, Natural, 5/Pack (25 per CS)
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    was $343.90 Special Price $250.76
  4. 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 (8 per CS)
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    was $138.30 Special Price $100.84
  5. 50mL ProSeries Tubes Sterile Racks
    Manufacturer: MTC Bio
    ProSeries™ High Performance Centrifuge Tubes, 50mL, 20,000xg max RCF, sterile, w/ Hi-Viz Graduations and FreezeTech Temperature Indicator Patch, 20 eco-plastic racks of 25 tubes, 500/cs (500 per CS )
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    was $219.00 Special Price $152.91
  6. 2.0mL G-Tube, Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube, Sterile, Orange, 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
  7. 1.5mL G-Tube, Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube, Sterile, Amber, 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
  8. United Scientific™ Rack For Micro Tubes, PC, 24 Places, White
    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 $79.75 Special Price $63.93
  9. Tube 1.5mL stand clr-t/red-cap 10-BG/500
    Manufacturer: Dynalon
    Tube 1.5mL stand clr-t/red-cap 10-BG/500 (5000 per CS )
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    was $786.31 Special Price $530.89
  10. Tube,Centrifuge,Grad,Tc,Heavy,10ml
    Manufacturer: Kimble Chase
    Tubes Centrifuge Graduated To Contain Heavy-Duty with [standard taper] Glass Stopper Cap. (mL) 10. Subdiv. (mL) 0.1. Tolerance (mL) 0 to 0.2 - 0.05Above 0.2 to 1 - 0.10Above 1 to 3 - 0.10Above 3 - 0.20. O.D. and Length Without Stopper (mm) 17 x 117. (6 per CS )
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    was $437.03 Special Price $422.49
  11. Tube,Cent,Disp,S/T Finish,15ml
    Manufacturer: Kimble Chase
    Tube,Cent,Disp,S/T Finish,15ml (1 per EA )
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    was $216.22 Special Price $180.74
  12. Labcon Tube LIGHT SENS 15ML Amber ST, CS500
    Manufacturer: Labcon North America
    These tubes are designed to block 100% of U.V. light They can be used instead of foil to shield samples sensitive to light radiation. (500 per CS )
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    was $248.81 Special Price $181.13
  13. 1.5mL Microcentrifuge Tube
    SKU: 4150-PK
    Manufacturer: Bio Plas
    Snap-Cap Microcentrifuge Tube Volume: 1.5mL. Tough virgin polypropylene construction withstands rugged G-forces of high speed centrifugation. Snap-Cap attached to each tube. Entire unit autoclavable at 121[degree]C at 15psi for 15 minutes. Color: natural. (1000 per PK)
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    was $37.95 Special Price $33.21
  14. 1.5mL Microcentrifuge Tube, Yellow, PK1000
    SKU: 4152-PK
    Manufacturer: Bio Plas
    Snap-Cap Microcentrifuge Tube Volume: 1.5mL. Tough virgin polypropylene construction withstands rugged G-forces of high speed centrifugation. Snap-Cap attached to each tube. Entire unit autoclavable at 121[degree]C at 15psi for 15 minutes. Color: yellow. (1000 per PK)
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    was $37.95 Special Price $33.21
  15. 2.0mL Assembled Screw Cap Tube, Skirted Base, Ribbed, Sterile
    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 $449.40 Special Price $393.23
  16. 2.0mL Screw Cap Tube, Skirted Base, Ribbed
    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 PK)
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    was $65.33 Special Price $57.16
  17. 1.5mL Microcentrifuge Tube
    SKU: 4153-CS
    Manufacturer: Bio Plas
    Snap-Cap Microcentrifuge Tube Volume: 1.5mL. Tough virgin polypropylene construction withstands rugged G-forces of high speed centrifugation. Snap-Cap attached to each tube. Entire unit autoclavable at 121[degree]C at 15psi for 15 minutes. Color: blue. (10000 per CS)
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    was $379.50 Special Price $332.06
  18. 1.5mL Microcentrifuge Tube, Green, PK1000
    SKU: 4154-PK
    Manufacturer: Bio Plas
    MCT POLYPRO GRE 1.5ML 1000/PKBio Plas 1.5mL microcentrifuge tube green. (1000 per PK)
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    was $37.95 Special Price $33.21
  19. 1.5mL Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube, Blue, PK500
    SKU: 4303-PK
    Manufacturer: Bio Plas
    MICROCENT.TUBES 1.5ML BLUPK500Bio Plas flat top microcentrifuge tube 1.5 ml blue. (500 per PK)
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    was $22.18 Special Price $19.41
  20. Screw Cap with O-Ring for Bio Plas Screw Cap Microcentriufge Tubes, Black, PK1000
    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 PK)
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    was $97.18 Special Price $85.04
  21. 0.5mL Screw Cap Tube, Skirted Base, Ribbed
    SKU: 4200-CS
    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 (5000 per CS)
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    was $594.67 Special Price $520.34
  22. 400uL Microcentrifuge Tube
    SKU: 4003-PK
    Manufacturer: Bio Plas
    Snap-Cap Microcentrifuge Tube Volume: 400uL. Tough virgin polypropylene construction withstands rugged G-forces of high speed centrifugation. Snap-Cap attached to each tube. Entire unit autoclavable at 121[degree]C at 15psi for 15 minutes. Color: natural. (1000 per PK)
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    was $37.95 Special Price $33.21
  23. 500uL Microcentrifuge Tube
    SKU: 4005-PK
    Manufacturer: Bio Plas
    Snap-Cap Microcentrifuge Tube Volume: 500uL. Tough virgin polypropylene construction withstands rugged G-forces of high speed centrifugation. Snap-Cap attached to each tube. Entire unit autoclavable at 121[degree]C at 15psi for 15 minutes. Color: natural. (1000 per PK)
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    was $37.95 Special Price $33.21
  24. 1.5mL G-Tube, Flat Top Microcentrifuge Tube, Lavender, PK500
    SKU: 4037-PK
    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 $23.28 Special Price $20.37
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