Life Science Buffers
Balanced salt solutions and powders used for molecular, protein, nucleic acid, and cell biology applications including cell culture, electrophoresis, ELISA, and chromatography processes; available in a variety of formulations and grades.
Buffer solutions serve to keep pH (acidity or alkalinity) nearly constant in a variety of chemical and biological applications. For example, a bicarbonate buffer helps maintain the pH of blood, a buffered saline maintains cellular contents at a consistent pH level, and buffers help maintain a narrow pH range for enzymes to function correctly.
Most biological samples used in research are kept at a pH of about 7.4. Common biological buffers used for tissue culture include Dulbeccos phosphate buffered saline (PBS), Tris base, HEPES, MOPS, PIPES, and other formulations developed for specific cell lines or applications. Most buffers used in cell culture are also DNase-, RNase-, and protease-free.
The choice of buffer for a particular biological reaction or site depends on several factors:
- Temperature
- Desired or target pH
- Buffer toxicity (to the system)
- Buffer interactions with other system components
Teknova 1M Tris-HCl, pH 8.5 Solution, 1000mL, Sterile. 2 Pack.
Tris (tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane) is used as a component ofbuffer solutions, especially for solutions ofnucleic acids. The useful buffer range for tris (pH 7–9) is similar to the pH of most living organisms. This, and its low cost, make tris one of the most common buffers in the biology/biochemistry laboratory.
Teknova 1M HEPES, pH 7.5, 1000mL Sterile. 2 Pack.
HEPES solution is a Goods buffer that is commonly used in cell culture and biochemical applications. It is well known for its ability to maintain pH level, making it an essential part of any experiment that requires a stable pH. It has a buffering range of 6.8 - 8.2.
Teknova 1M Tris-HCl, pH 9.0 Solution, 1000mL, Sterile. 2 Pack.
Tris (tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane) is used as a component ofbuffer solutions, especially for solutions ofnucleic acids. The useful buffer range for tris (pH 7–9) is similar to the pH of most living organisms. This, and its low cost, make tris one of the most common buffers in the biology/biochemistry laboratory.
TRIBIOSCIENCE INC Inoue Transformation Buffer, 500ML
Inoue Transformation Buffer is used for the preparation of high-efficient competent cells. This product is based on the Inoue method for the preparation and transformation of E. Coli component cells.
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Research Products International Corp MOPS [3-(N-morpholino)-propanesulfonic acid], 500 Grams
MOPS, or 3-(N-Morpholino) propanesulfonic acid, is a zwitterionic buffer. MOPS is primarily utilized as a buffering agent to maintain a stable pH in various experimental procedures. It is particularly effective in the pH range of 6.5 to 7.9, making it suitable for applications requiring slightly acidic to neutral pH conditions.
MOPS is commonly used in protein purification, enzyme assays, nucleic acid research, and electrophoresis techniques where a specific pH range needs to be maintained. Its buffering capacity and stability within the desired pH range make it valuable in these applications.
One of the significant advantages of MOPS is its compatibility with biological systems and enzymes. It exhibits minimal interference with enzymatic activity and other biological processes, ensuring reliable and accurate results.
pH Range: 6.5-7.9
Sigma Aldrich Fine Chemicals Biosciences 5-Cyano-2,3-di-(p-tolyl)tetrazolium chloride >=85% (HPLC) | 90217-02-0 | MFCD00467521 | 50MG
5-Cyano-2,3-di-(p-tolyl)tetrazolium chloride >=85% (HPLC) | Purity: >=85% (HPLC) | Mol Wt: 311.77 | 90217-02-0 | MFCD00467521 | 50MG
Research Products International Corp PIPES FREE ACID ULTRAPURE, 100GM
Heavy metals: <10 ppm
pka (25°C): 6.8
The working pH range in aqueous solution is 6.5-7.5
Electron Microscopy Sciences Pipes 1.5 Sodium Salt, Crystal, 6.8 @25°C pH 100 GR
(Piperazine-N,N-bis (2-ethanesulfonic acid,) 1.5 Sodium)
F.W. 335.3
pH: 6.8 @25°C
Abcam Salsolinol hydrochloride, Dopamine derivative, 500MG
MW 215.68 g/mol, Purity >99%. Dopamine (ab120565) derivative. Putative endogenous opioid system-activating factor. Antagonizes L-DOPA-mediated hyperactivity. Shows central effects in vivo. .
The product is subject to the following: Abcam Restricted Use Statement
Andwin Scientific HEPES ACID FREE 100 gram
Hepes is a solution made to perform as a zwitterionic N-substituted aminosulfonic acid buffer. It is ideal for use in the pH 6.8-8.2 range. This product has a pKa of 7.48 at 25C. This product has a Health Hazard NFPA Rating of 2, a Fire Hazard NFPA Rating of 1, and a Reactivity NFPA Rating of 0. It is packaged and sold in a 100 gram glass bottle.
Electron Microscopy Sciences D-PBS, Formula III Phosphate Buffer Saline 1 LT
All of our Dullbecco's Phosphate Buffer Saline Solutions contain Potassium Chloride, Potassium Phosphate Monobasic, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Phosphate Dibasic, and D-Glucose. Some formulations may contain additional components. Solutions are prepared 1X strength.
Electron Microscopy Sciences Hank's Balanced Salts Formula I 500 ML
All of our Hanks' Balanced Salt Solutions contain: Potassium Chloride, Potassium Phosphate Monobasic, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Phosphate Dibasic, and D-Glucose. Some formulations may contain additional components. Use the table below as a quick reference for identifying the one that best suits your application. All solutions are prepared in 1X strength.
Sigma Aldrich Fine Chemicals Biosciences MES hydrate | 1266615-59-1 | MFCD00149409 | 50 g
MES hydrate | Purity: ≥99.5% | Mol Wt: 195.24 | 1266615-59-1 | MFCD00149409 | 50 g
Quality Biological Inc PBS (10X), pH 7.4, 1000 mL
Balanced salt solution ¿ Wash cells before dissociation ¿ Transport cells or tissue ¿ Dilute cells for counting ¿ Prepare reagents ¿ Endotoxin and Mycoplasma tested ¿ Useful in immunological applications, such as Western Blotting. ¿ Storage Condition: 15¿C to 30¿C ¿ Shipping Condition: ambient temperature ¿ Sterile Filtered ¿ Endotoxin and Mycoplasma Tested ¿ Osmolality: 300 ¿ 55 mOsm/Kg H20 ¿ Product and/or packaging contains recycled/renewable content ¿ Product and/or packaging is recyclable or reduces waste ¿ Product and/or packaging is safer to human and environmental health ¿ UNSPSC: 12161700 Max Shelf Life: 24 months