Microtubes
Single-use containers designed to hold microliter to milliliter quantities of liquid. Products may be sterile/non-sterile, come with or without a variety of caps (screw, tether, snap), and may be suitable for use in microcentrifuges.
High quality standard snap cap microtubes, or microcentrifuge tubes, are essential for the safe processing of low to medium sized sample volume applications in clinical chemistry, biochemistry and molecular biology. Ideal for protein research, mass spectrometry, protein array, sample preparation, microcentrifugation and sample storage, they are available in a variety of colours, including amber and black for light sensitive samples.
The snap cap provides a safe, liquid-tight seal and some flat top caps include a needle insertion spot. Some microtubes are also available with additional safety lock snap caps to minimise sample loss during the centrifugation process and to provide added security when working with samples that are radioactive or which pose a biohazard.
Snap Cap Microtube properties
Available as sterile or non-sterile, polypropylene microtubes can also feature low binding properties to reduce protein and nucleic acid loss and hence better sample recovery.
- Can withstand forces up to max. RCF 30,000xg
- Are available sterile or non-sterile
- Are available with low binding properties, reducing protein and nucleic acid losses during centrifugations
- Available RNase/DNase, DNA-free and non-pyrogenic
- Typically made from durable autoclavable polypropylene for reusability and often graduated with a writing patch
- Available in a variety of colors, including amber and black for light sensitive samples
- Tube bottom shapes include conical and skirted (self-standing)
Fisherbrand™ Nonsterile Threaded End Microcentrifuge Tubes without Caps
Choose skirted- or conical-bottom style.
Corning™ Costar™ Low Binding Plastic Microcentrifuge Tubes
Feature a bonded polymer technology that reduces protein and nucleic acid binding, resulting in a better sample recovery. Corning™ Costar™ Low Binding Plastic Microcentrifuge Tubes™ withstand forces up to 17,000 x g.
Corning™ Costar™ Snap Cap Microcentrifuge Tubes
Features a snap cap with a positive seal that allows for repeated opening and closing with flat-cap surfaces for convenient labeling. Corning™ Costar™ Snap Cap Microcentrifuge Tubes are compatible with leading microcentrifuge rotors.
Eppendorf™ 1.5 mL Flex-Tube™ - Microtube
Flex-Tube™ (1.5 mL) are designed for seamless one-handed operation with an easy-to-open, securely closing tube design. Ideal for sample preparation, centrifugation, and storage, these tubes will effortlessly integrate into your workflows for efficient and reliable performance.
Thermo Scientific™ Screw Cap Micro Tubes
Choose these tubes, which available in conical and free-standing designs when seeking secure, short-term sample storage in low temperatures.
Axygen™ MaxyClear Snaplock Microtubes, 2.0 mL
Ensure an efficient seal that stays closed during centrifugation. Axygen™ MaxyClear Snaplock Microtubes, 2.0mL provide excellent visibility and feature a piercing port for syringe access. Available in a wide variety of colors. Maxymum Recovery™ and sterile options available.
Corning™ Microcentrifuge Tubes
Specially designed polypropylene tubes protect sensitive samples and provide added security against leakage and contamination. Corning™ Microcentrifuge Tubes withstand forces up to 20,000 x g.
BRANDTECH™ BRAND™ Microcentrifuge Tubes with Attached Caps
Fits most common microcentrifuge rotors for seamless integration into your lab workflow.
Axygen™ 5 mL Polypropylene Snaplock Microcentrifuge Tubes
For use in low volume sample requirements
Globe Scientific Screwcap Microcentrifuge Tubes
The non-sterile tubes and caps are sold separately so that you have a choice of cap styles (with o-ring or without)
Thermo Scientific™ Low Protein Binding Microcentrifuge Tubes
Minimize protein sample loss during sample manipulation, especially when there are extensive processing steps, by using Thermo Scientific Pierce Low Protein Binding Microcentrifuge Tubes.
Fisherbrand™ Microcentrifuge Tubes with Tether Cap
Reduce sample contamination by keeping cap with tube
Axygen™ MaxyClear Capless Microcentrifuge Tubes
Achieve excellent visibility in crystal clear polypropylene. Axygen™ MaxyClear Capless Microcentrifuge Tubes feature frosted panels on the side for writing. Boilproof, autoclavable and can withstand up to 20,000RCF. Available in 1.5mL and 2.0mL graduated tubes.