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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 Polystyrene Centrifuge Tube, Sure Cap - Bag, Sterile, CS500
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    Sure Cap with compressible liner creates a stable seal Polystyrene tube is optically clear for easy viewing of sample Includes molded 15mL graduation line plus 0.5 and 1mL graduations molded into conical bottom allowing for small volume quantification Easy to write on flat surface polyethylene (HDPE) caps feature integrated leak-proof seal Convenient zip-closure bag is a practical alternative to folding and taping opened bags Easily refill reusable racks with tubes packed in bags (500 per CS)
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    was $222.00 Special Price $153.12
  2. 15mL Centrifuge Tube, Snap-Pop Lid, Self-Standing - Bag, Sterile, CS500
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    Audible "snap!" gives you the confidence that the tube is completely closed Easily open or seal the tube with one hand; same hinged cap style as micro centrifuge tubes Elongated lip on attached cap prevents finger contact with tube, reducing cross contamination Ideal for sample storage, collection and experimental procedures Single-piece design is easy to use in the lab or the field Offers savings advantage versus traditional flip-top screw cap Available in conical and self-standing bottoms (500 per CS)
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    was $272.00 Special Price $114.48
  3. 5mL Macro Centrifuge Tube, Black, Non-sterile, CS100
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    Offers the convenience of a micro centrifuge tube with the ability to process sample volumes up to 5mL Tube diameter is the same as a standard 15mL conical bottom centrifuge tube enabling use with existing equipment All tubes have frosted marking spot and engraved graduations Attached flat top cap is easy to open and close with one hand Center of the cap includes a thin “membrane” area designed for easy puncture and access by a syringe/needle Opaque black tube protects light sensitive compounds (100 per CS)
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    was $58.00 Special Price $39.38
  4. 50mL Polystyrene Centrifuge Tube - Plastic Rack, Sterile, 25/Plastic Rack, CS300
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    Polystyrene is optically clear for easy viewing of sample or colorimetric testing Tubes feature molded graduations Easy to write on flat surface polyethylene (HDPE) caps Plastic rack is manufactured from polypropylene and is autoclavable, reusable, and recyclable Design of bottom prevents racks from sticking/freezing to surfaces Widely spaced design catches drips and allows tubes to be retrieved more easily (300 per CS )
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    was $210.00 Special Price $142.92
  5. 50mL Centrifuge Tube - Paperboard Rack, 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 $250.00 Special Price $166.98
  6. CAP ONLY, Screw Top Micro Tube Cap, O-Ring, Translucent, Clear, 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 $240.00 Special Price $176.46
  7. 50mL Centrifuge Tube, Snap-Pop Lid - Bag, Sterile, CS500
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    Audible "snap!" gives you the confidence that the tube is completely closed Easily open or seal the tube with one hand; same hinged cap style as micro centrifuge tubes Elongated lip on attached cap prevents finger contact with tube, reducing cross contamination Ideal for sample storage, collection and experimental procedures Single-piece design is easy to use in the lab or the field Offers savings advantage versus traditional flip-top screw cap Available in conical and self-standing bottoms (500 per CS)
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    was $309.00 Special Price $205.62
  8. 15mL Centrifuge Tube - Foam Rack, Sterile, CS300
    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 Foam rack is a sturdy alternative to disposable paperboard racks (300 per CS)
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    was $143.00 Special Price $94.79
  9. 50mL Centrifuge Tube, Oak Ridge Style, Round Bottom, PP, Screw Cap, Non-sterile, CS12
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    High speed tubes feature a round bottom and uniform wall thickness Tubes are economical and leak-proof for refrigerated or standard centrifugation Tube should be filled 80% of total capacity to obtain maximum results (12 per CS)
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    was $148.00 Special Price $100.62
  10. 15mL Centrifuge Tube - Paperboard Rack, 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 $214.00 Special Price $126.87
  11. TUBE & CAP, 50mL Centrifuge Tube & Cap - Bags, Non-sterile (Caps and Tubes Packed Separately), CS500
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    Centrifuge Tubes and Caps packed separately 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 (500 per CS)
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    was $193.00 Special Price $126.87
  12. 5mL Macro Centrifuge Tube, Sterile, CS100
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    Offers the convenience of a micro centrifuge tube with the ability to process sample volumes up to 5mL Tube diameter is the same as a standard 15mL conical bottom centrifuge tube enabling use with existing equipment All tubes have frosted marking spot and engraved graduations Attached flat top cap is easy to open and close with one hand Center of the cap includes a thin “membrane” area designed for easy puncture and access by a syringe/needle (100 per CS)
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    was $58.00 Special Price $39.38
  13. PLASTIC RACK ONLY, Blue, 50mL Centrifuge Tube, Non-sterile, Reusable
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    PLASTIC RACK ONLY, Blue, 50mL Centrifuge Tube, Non-sterile, Reusable (5 per CS )
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    was $25.00 Special Price $21.87
  14. 50mL 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 $602.00 Special Price $404.69
  15. 1.5mL Micro Centrifuge Tube, Sterile, CS1000
    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 (1000 per CS)
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    was $63.00 Special Price $43.02
  16. 250mL Conical Bottom Centrifuge Tube, Sterile, CS48
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    For applications requiring large volume centrifugation Tubes include molded graduation lines Polyethylene (HDPE) cap with integrated plug seal provides a secure closure Temperature range of -80°C to 120°C Use of a rotor cushion is advised to support tubes during centrifugation (48 per CS)
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    was $205.00 Special Price $139.27
  17. 15mL Centrifuge Tube, Red 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 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 (500 per CS)
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    was $219.00 Special Price $145.10
  18. 15mL Centrifuge Tube, Snap-Pop Lid - Bag, Sterile, CS500
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    Audible "snap!" gives you the confidence that the tube is completely closed Easily open or seal the tube with one hand; same hinged cap style as micro centrifuge tubes Elongated lip on attached cap prevents finger contact with tube, reducing cross contamination Ideal for sample storage, collection and experimental procedures Single-piece design is easy to use in the lab or the field Offers savings advantage versus traditional flip-top screw cap Available in conical and self-standing bottoms (500 per CS)
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    was $247.00 Special Price $164.79
  19. 50mL Centrifuge Tube - Black, Bag, Sterile, CS500
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    Eliminate the need to wrap tubes with aluminum foil Large white marking area provides excellent contrast for identification Flat surface polyethylene (HDPE) caps feature integrated leak-proof seal Convenient zip-closure bag is a practical alternative to folding and taping opened bags Available in smaller case quantity of 100 tubes per case or standard 500 tubes per case (500 per CS)
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    was $333.00 Special Price $222.40
  20. 1.5mL Screw Top Micro Tube and Cap, Self-Standing, Grip Band, Green Grip Cap With Integrated O-Ring, Sterile, CS500
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    High temperature resistivity range–shatter/crack resistant and ideal for boiling Easy 3/4 turn to open and close Sterile Assemblies packed in self-standing re-sealable bags offer a unique storage solution 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 Grip band tubes feature ribs that provide exceptional gripping surface and lessen movement during centrifugation (500 per CS)
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    was $217.00 Special Price $148.75
  21. 15mL Centrifuge Tube - Black, Bag, Sterile, CS500
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    Eliminate the need to wrap tubes with aluminum foil Large white marking area provides excellent contrast for identification Flat surface polyethylene (HDPE) caps feature integrated leak-proof seal Convenient zip-closure bag is a practical alternative to folding and taping opened bags Available in smaller case quantity of 100 tubes per case or standard 500 tubes per case (500 per CS)
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    was $277.00 Special Price $184.47
  22. TUBE & CAP, 50mL Centrifuge Tube & Cap, Self-Standing - Bags, Non-sterile (Caps and Tubes Packed Separately), CS500
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    Centrifuge Tubes and Caps packed separately 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 (500 per CS)
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    was $211.00 Special Price $134.17
  23. 2.0mL Screw Top Micro Tube and Cap, Self-Standing, Grip Band, Green Grip Cap With Integrated O-Ring, Sterile, CS500
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    High temperature resistivity range–shatter/crack resistant and ideal for boiling Easy 3/4 turn to open and close Sterile Assemblies packed in self-standing re-sealable bags offer a unique storage solution 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 Grip band tubes feature ribs that provide exceptional gripping surface and lessen movement during centrifugation (500 per CS)
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    was $217.00 Special Price $148.75
  24. 15mL Centrifuge Tube - Bag, Sterile CS500
    Manufacturer: CELLTREAT Scientific Products
    Manufactured and packaged using an improved process, while maintaining standards 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 Easily refill reusable racks with tubes packed in bags (500 per CS)
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    was $183.00 Special Price $113.02
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