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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,Bulk, standard, sterile 50/pk, 500/cs
    Manufacturer: Nest Scientific
    Printed Graduations (with marking area) Polypropylene tube and high density polyethylene cap High centrifugal strength - up to 10,000 x g Flat markable cap with leakproof seal One-hand operation design for the caps provides easy handling Sterilized by E-Beam Dnase, Rnase and pyrogen free (500 per CS )
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    $103.24
  2. 50ml Centrifuge Tube Rack, sterile 1/pk, 50/cs
    Manufacturer: Nest Scientific
    Made from virgin polypropylene Reusable and economic Non-sterilized (50 per CS )
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    was $180.87 Special Price $161.43
  3. 5ml Centrifuge Tubes, Clear, Round Bottom, Snap Cap, non-terile. 200/pk, 2000/case
    Manufacturer: Nest Scientific
    USP VI PolypropyleneEach tube is permanently marked with a unique 2D barcode, ensuring the tubes can be easily and accurately identified when being moved, shipped or even accidentally dropped. Laser 2D barcode on the bottom of each tube allows scan and decode at once without removing from rack.100% inspection guarantees that each code is unique and readable.Non-pyrogenic, DNase/RNase and human DNA free Round Bottom, Self-standingSolid, one-piece construction ensures the barcode not fall off during the storage under low temperatureAutoclavable Sterilized by E-beam, SAL=10-6 Clear graduations and white marking area Recommend to store in gas phase of the nitrogen tank Internal thread Cap: Special screw cap designed with silicone O-ring to secure the sealing under various condition. External thread Cap: Special screw cap designed without silicone ring to avoid the contamination risk. (2000 per CS )
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    was $329.48 Special Price $294.06
  4. 15ml Centrifuge Tube Rack, sterile 1/pk, 50/cs
    Manufacturer: Nest Scientific
    Made from virgin polypropylene Reusable and economic Non-sterilized (50 per CS )
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    $172.02
  5. Self-Standing 50ml Centrifuge Tube,Bulk, standard, sterile 25/pk, 500/cs
    Manufacturer: Nest Scientific
    Printed Graduations (with marking area) Polypropylene tube and high density polyethylene cap High centrifugal strength - up to 10,000 x g Flat markable cap with leakproof seal One-hand operation design for the caps provides easy handling Sterilized by E-Beam Dnase, Rnase and pyrogen free (500 per CS )
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    $163.72
  6. 50ml Amber Color Centrifuge Tube, Rack , PS Rack, Sterile 25/pk, 500/cs
    Manufacturer: Nest Scientific
    Printed Graduations (with marking area) Polypropylene tube and high density polyethylene cap High centrifugal strength - up to 10,000 x g Flat markable cap with leakproof seal One-hand operation design for the caps provides easy handling Sterilized by E-Beam Dnase, Rnase and pyrogen free (250 per CS )
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    was $318.21 Special Price $284.00
  7. 0.6ml Microcentrifuge Tube, Clear, Conical, Lock Cap,1000/pk, 10000/cs
    Manufacturer: Nest Scientific
    USP VI PolypropyleneEach tube is permanently marked with a unique 2D barcode, ensuring the tubes can be easily and accurately identified when being moved, shipped or even accidentally dropped. Laser 2D barcode on the bottom of each tube allows scan and decode at once without removing from rack.100% inspection guarantees that each code is unique and readable.Non-pyrogenic, DNase/RNase and human DNA free Round Bottom, Self-standingSolid, one-piece construction ensures the barcode not fall off during the storage under low temperatureAutoclavable Sterilized by E-beam, SAL=10-6 Clear graduations and white marking area Recommend to store in gas phase of the nitrogen tank Internal thread Cap: Special screw cap designed with silicone O-ring to secure the sealing under various condition. External thread Cap: Special screw cap designed without silicone ring to avoid the contamination risk. (10000 per CS )
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    $211.70
  8. 50ml Centrifuge Tube, PS Rack, standard, sterile 25/pk, 500/cs
    Manufacturer: Nest Scientific
    Printed Graduations (with marking area) Polypropylene tube and high density polyethylene cap High centrifugal strength - up to 10,000 x g Flat markable cap with leakproof seal One-hand operation design for the caps provides easy handling Sterilized by E-Beam Dnase, Rnase and pyrogen free (500 per CS )
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    was $214.36 Special Price $191.32
  9. 30ml Centrifuge Tube, Self-Standing, Bulk, standard, sterile 25/pk, 500/cs
    Manufacturer: Nest Scientific
    30ml Centrifuge Tube, Self-Standing, Bulk, standard, sterile 25/pk, 500/cs (500 per CS )
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    was $280.34 Special Price $250.20
  10. 50ml Centrifuge Tube,Bulk, standard, sterile 25/pk, 500/cs
    Manufacturer: Nest Scientific
    Printed Graduations (with marking area) Polypropylene tube and high density polyethylene cap High centrifugal strength - up to 10,000 x g Flat markable cap with leakproof seal One-hand operation design for the caps provides easy handling Sterilized by E-Beam Dnase, Rnase and pyrogen free (500 per CS )
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    was $184.94 Special Price $165.06
  11. 2.0ml Microcentrifuge Tube, Clear, Round, Lock Cap, 500/pk, 5000/cs
    Manufacturer: Nest Scientific
    USP VI grade polypropolyne material, free from heavy metal RCF: 30000 x g Endotoxin level: <0.1EU Clear graduations and frosted marking area Special safe lock cap design provides secure lid sealing Easy opening and closing Temperature range: -80 to +121 Dnase/Rnase free Tubes are autoclavable at 121C (250F), under 15psi for 10–15 minutes with drying. Remove from autoclave immediately. Excessive exposure to autoclaving heat may cause warping or decreased structural integrity. Also available as pre-sterilized (5000 per CS )
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    was $246.81 Special Price $220.28
  12. 250 mL PP Centrifuge Tubes with Plug Seal Cap, Sterile,6/pk, 102/cs
    Manufacturer: Nest Scientific
    Made of USP VI polypropylene. Autoclave at 120C /15 Ib. Non-pyrogenic, Dnase/Rnase and human DNA free. Round Bottom, Self-standing. Autoclavable. Sterilized by E-beam, SAL=10-6 . Clear graduations and white marking area. Recommend to store in gas phase of the nitrogen tank. Internal thread Cap: Special screw cap designed with silicone O-ring to secure the sealing under various condition. External thread Cap: Special screw cap designed without silicone ring to avoid risk of contamination. (102 per CS )
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    $351.38
  13. 5ml Centrifuge Tubes, Clear, Round Bottom, Snap Cap, Sterile, 200/pk, 2000/case
    Manufacturer: Nest Scientific
    USP VI PolypropyleneEach tube is permanently marked with a unique 2D barcode, ensuring the tubes can be easily and accurately identified when being moved, shipped or even accidentally dropped. Laser 2D barcode on the bottom of each tube allows scan and decode at once without removing from rack.100% inspection guarantees that each code is unique and readable.Non-pyrogenic, DNase/RNase and human DNA free Round Bottom, Self-standingSolid, one-piece construction ensures the barcode not fall off during the storage under low temperatureAutoclavable Sterilized by E-beam, SAL=10-6 Clear graduations and white marking area Recommend to store in gas phase of the nitrogen tank Internal thread Cap: Special screw cap designed with silicone O-ring to secure the sealing under various condition. External thread Cap: Special screw cap designed without silicone ring to avoid the contamination risk. (2000 per CS )
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    was $358.80 Special Price $320.23
  14. 1.5ml Microcentrifuge Tube, Clear, Sterile, Conical, Lock Cap, 500/pk, 4000/cs
    Manufacturer: Nest Scientific
    USP VI grade polypropolyne material, free from heavy metal RCF: 30000 x g Endotoxin level: <0.1EU Clear graduations and frosted marking area Special safe lock cap design provides secure lid sealing Easy opening and closing Temperature range: -80 to +121 Dnase/Rnase free Tubes are autoclavable at 121C (250F), under 15psi for 10–15 minutes with drying. Remove from autoclave immediately. Excessive exposure to autoclaving heat may cause warping or decreased structural integrity. Also available as pre-sterilized (4000 per CS )
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    was $225.69 Special Price $201.43
  15. Microtube Box, 1.5ml/2ml, 8*8, 5/Pack, 40/Case
    Manufacturer: Nest Scientific
    The vial body is made of medical-grade cryogenic polypropylene (PP), which meets USP Class-6 standards, so that the vial is recommended to be used in -196 liquid nitrogen phase. Dnase/Rnase free, non-endotoxin. Electron beam sterilization, SAL = 10 -6. The product meets the SBS standard and provides an effective safety guarantee and management for biological sample libraries and other warehouses of various chemicals and biological products stored at low temperatures. (40 per CS )
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    was $243.46 Special Price $217.29
  16. 15ml Centrifuge Tube Rack, sterile 1/pk, 50/cs
    Manufacturer: Nest Scientific
    Sterilized by E-beam, SAL=10-6. Cell culture plates are made of high clarity, 100% virgin polystyrene. Vacuum Plasma tissue culture treatment. Clear lot number for batch traceability. Non-Pyrogenic, DNase/Rnase free. Innovative edge design for convenient sample loading. A rich selection of matching plates: 6-well, 12-well, 24-well. Low protein binding to ensure accurate results. Passed the USP VI toxicity test. Compatible with most solvents used for fixing and staining. (1 per EA)
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    was $180.87 Special Price $161.43
  17. 0.6ml Microcentrifuge Tube, Amber Color, Conical, Lock Cap, non-terile. 50/bag, 7500/case
    Manufacturer: Nest Scientific
    USP VI PolypropyleneEach tube is permanently marked with a unique 2D barcode, ensuring the tubes can be easily and accurately identified when being moved, shipped or even accidentally dropped. Laser 2D barcode on the bottom of each tube allows scan and decode at once without removing from rack.100% inspection guarantees that each code is unique and readable.Non-pyrogenic, DNase/RNase and human DNA free Round Bottom, Self-standingSolid, one-piece construction ensures the barcode not fall off during the storage under low temperatureAutoclavable Sterilized by E-beam, SAL=10-6 Clear graduations and white marking area Recommend to store in gas phase of the nitrogen tank Internal thread Cap: Special screw cap designed with silicone O-ring to secure the sealing under various condition. External thread Cap: Special screw cap designed without silicone ring to avoid the contamination risk. (7500 per CS )
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    was $377.00 Special Price $336.47
  18. 15ml Centrifuge Tube,Bulk, standard, Non-sterile, caps separated, 50/pk, 500/cs
    Manufacturer: Nest Scientific
    Printed Graduations (with marking area) Polypropylene tube and high density polyethylene cap High centrifugal strength - up to 10,000 x g Flat markable cap with leakproof seal One-hand operation design for the caps provides easy handling Sterilized by E-Beam Dnase, Rnase and pyrogen free (500 per CS )
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    was $115.70 Special Price $103.27
  19. 0.6ml Microcentrifuge Tube, Clear, Sterile, Conical, Lock Cap, 50/bag, 750/pk, 7500/cs
    Manufacturer: Nest Scientific
    Sterilized by E-beam, SAL=10-6. High clarity, 100% virgin polystyrene. “TC” refers to vacuum plasma tissue culture treatment. Clear lot number for batch traceability. Markings of well coordinates available for 12, 24, 48, 96 and 384 well plates. Non-Pyrogenic, DNase/Rnase free. (7500 per CS )
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    $218.12
  20. 50ml Centrifuge Tube Rack, sterile 1/pk, 50/cs
    Manufacturer: Nest Scientific
    Sterilized by E-beam, SAL=10-6. Cell culture plates are made of high clarity, 100% virgin polystyrene. Vacuum Plasma tissue culture treatment. Clear lot number for batch traceability. Non-Pyrogenic, DNase/Rnase free. Innovative edge design for convenient sample loading. A rich selection of matching plates: 6-well, 12-well, 24-well. Low protein binding to ensure accurate results. Passed the USP VI toxicity test. Compatible with most solvents used for fixing and staining. (1 per EA)
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    was $3.00 Special Price $2.35
  21. 2.0ml Microcentrifuge Tube, Clear, Sterile, Round, Lock Cap, 50/bag, 400/pk, 4000/cs
    Manufacturer: Nest Scientific
    USP VI grade polypropolyne material, free from heavy metal RCF: 30000 x g Endotoxin level: <0.1EU Clear graduations and frosted marking area Special safe lock cap design provides secure lid sealing Easy opening and closing Temperature range: -80 to +121 Dnase/Rnase free Tubes are autoclavable at 121C (250F), under 15psi for 10–15 minutes with drying. Remove from autoclave immediately. Excessive exposure to autoclaving heat may cause warping or decreased structural integrity. Also available as pre-sterilized (4000 per CS )
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    was $236.67 Special Price $211.23
  22. 15ml Centrifuge Tube, PS Rack, standard, sterile 50/pk, 500/cs
    Manufacturer: Nest Scientific
    Printed Graduations (with marking area) Polypropylene tube and high density polyethylene cap High centrifugal strength - up to 10,000 x g Flat markable cap with leakproof seal One-hand operation design for the caps provides easy handling Sterilized by E-Beam Dnase, Rnase and pyrogen free (500 per CS )
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    $110.70
  23. 30ml Centrifuge Tube, Conical, Bulk, standard, sterile 25/pk, 500/cs
    Manufacturer: Nest Scientific
    30ml Centrifuge Tube, Conical, Bulk, standard, sterile 25/pk, 500/cs (500 per CS )
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    was $266.50 Special Price $237.86
  24. 1.5ml Microcentrifuge Tube, Amber Color, Conical, Lock Cap, non-terile. 50/bag, 4000/case
    Manufacturer: Nest Scientific
    USP VI grade polypropolyne material, free from heavy metal RCF: 30000 x g Endotoxin level: <0.1EU Clear graduations and frosted marking area Special safe lock cap design provides secure lid sealing Easy opening and closing Temperature range: -80 to +121 Dnase/Rnase free Tubes are autoclavable at 121C (250F), under 15psi for 10–15 minutes with drying. Remove from autoclave immediately. Excessive exposure to autoclaving heat may cause warping or decreased structural integrity. Also available as pre-sterilized (4000 per CS )
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    was $246.81 Special Price $220.28
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