Microtubes
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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
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Fisherbrand™ Microcentrifuge Tubes with Locking Snap Cap
Polypropylene microcentrifuge tubes are DNase/RNase and pyrogen free
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Graduated | Yes |
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Material | Polypropylene |
Cap Style | Locking snap cap |
Autoclavable | Yes |
Eppendorf™ Safe-Lock Tubes 1.5 mL - Microtube
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Eppendorf™ Safe-Lock Tubes 1.5 mL - Microtube ensures secure sample storage. With a patented Safe-Lock design, these microtubes prevent accidental opening, safeguarding samples. Ideal for diverse applications, they offer reliability, durability, and ease of use in a 1.5 mL capacity.
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Shape | Cylindrical |
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Capacity (English) | 0.05 oz. |
Capacity (Metric) | 1.5 mL |
Graduated | Yes |
Temperature Range (English) | -122.8°F to +212°F |
Material | Polypropylene |
Closure Type | Safe-lock Lid |
Temperature Range (Metric) | -86°C to +100°C |
Autoclavable | Autoclavable |
Fisherbrand™ Snap-Cap™ Flat-Top Graduated Microcentrifuge Tubes
Provides a secure seal—even over extended periods. Critical applications where minute sample recovery is important.
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Material | Polypropylene |
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Cap Style | Snap Cap with Flat Top |
Fisherbrand™ Low-Retention Microcentrifuge Tubes
Provides a secure seal—even over extended periods. Critical applications where minute sample recovery is important.
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Color | Natural |
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Graduated | Yes |
Material | Polypropylene |
Cap Style | Snap Cap |
Max. RCF | 30,000 x g |
For Use With (Application) | Critical applications where minute sample recovery is important |
Autoclavable | Yes |
Basix™ Microcentrifuge Tubes with Standard Snap Caps
Microtubes feature standard snap caps in choice of clear or multicolored vials
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Graduated | Yes |
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Material | Polypropylene |
Max. RCF | 30,000 x g |
Closure Type | Snap Cap |
Thermo Scientific™ Snap Cap Low Retention Microcentrifuge Tubes
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Improve sample recovery by significantly reducing surface binding with these tubes that do not have additives or coatings.
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Color | Natural |
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Graduated | Yes |
Material | Polypropylene |
Cap Style | Flat |
Fisherbrand™ Sterile Microcentrifuge Tubes with Screw Caps
Note: Image is representative only. It shows colored caps, but all of the tubes in this offering come with Natural caps; there are no color cap options.
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Includes | O-ring |
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Color | Natural |
Material | Polypropylene |
Closure Type | Screw Cap |
Sterility | Sterile |
Closure Material | Polypropylene |
Eppendorf™ Safe-Lock Tubes 2.0 mL - Microtube
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Eppendorf™ Safe-Lock Tubes 2.0 mL - Microtube ensures secure sample preservation. With an innovative Safe-Lock mechanism, these microtubes prevent accidental openings, providing reliability in a 2.0 mL capacity. Ideal for various applications, they combine durability, ease of use, and sample protection.
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Capacity (English) | 0.07 oz. |
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Product Type | Locking Snap-cap Microtube |
Capacity (Metric) | 2 mL |
Graduated | Yes |
Temperature Range (English) | -122.8°F to +212°F |
Material | Polypropylene |
Closure Type | Safe-lock Lid |
Temperature Range (Metric) | -86°C to +100°C |
Autoclavable | Autoclavable |
Closure Material | Polypropylene |
Fisherbrand™ Premium Microcentrifuge Tubes: 1.5mL
Available in eight colors or in assorted-color packs.
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Includes | Needle insertion spot |
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Length (Metric) | 40.6 mm |
Diameter (Metric) | 10.8 mm |
Capacity (Metric) | 1.5 mL |
Graduated | Yes |
Material | Polypropylene |
Certifications/Compliance | RNase, DNase-free |
Cap Style | Snap Cap with Flat Top |
Max. RCF | 30,000 x g |
Closure Type | Flat Snap Cap |
Label Type | Labeling Area |
Autoclavable | Yes |
Color | Natural |
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Material | Polypropylene |
Max. RCF | 20,000 x g |
Closure Type | Screw Cap |
Autoclavable | Yes |
Sterility | Non-sterile |
Closure Material | Polypropylene |
Eppendorf™ Safe-Lock Tubes 0.5 mL - Microtube
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Eppendorf™ Safe-Lock Tubes 0.5 mL - Microtube ensures secure sample storage. With a unique locking mechanism, these tubes prevent accidental opening, safeguarding precious samples. Ideal for PCR, these tubes offer reliability and ease in a compact design.
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Shape | Cylindrical |
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Capacity (English) | 0.02 oz. |
Product Type | Locking Snap-cap Microtube |
Capacity (Metric) | 0.5 mL |
Graduated | Yes |
Temperature Range (English) | -122.8°F to +212°F |
Material | Polypropylene |
Closure Type | Safe-lock Lid |
Temperature Range (Metric) | -86°C to +100°C |
Autoclavable | Autoclavable |
Fisherbrand™ Premium Microcentrifuge Tubes: 2.0mL
Flat-top snap caps provide a safe, liquid-tight, reliable seal even with prolonged boiling
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Includes | Needle insertion spot |
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Length (Metric) | 40.6 mm |
Diameter (Metric) | 11 mm |
Capacity (Metric) | 2 mL |
Graduated | Yes |
Material | Polypropylene |
Certifications/Compliance | RNase, DNase-free |
Cap Style | Snap Cap with Flat Top |
Max. RCF | 30,000 x g |
Closure Type | Flat Snap Cap |
Label Type | Labeling Area |
Autoclavable | Yes |
Fisherbrand™ Polypropylene Microtiter Tubes
Ideal for sample dilution and/or mixing prior to transfer into microtiter plates.
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Color | Natural |
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Capacity (Metric) | 1.2 mL |
Material | Polypropylene |
For Use With (Application) | HTLV-III testing, RIA, EIA, PCR, pharmaceutical quality control, sample freezer storage or transport of specimens and reagent |
Autoclavable | Yes |
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.
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Product Type | Microcentrifuge Tube |
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Color | Natural |
Graduated | Yes |
Bottom Shape | Conical |
Material | Polypropylene |
Closure Color | Natural |
Certifications/Compliance | RNase, DNase-free |
Cap Style | Snap Cap |
Max. RCF | 17,000 x g |
Closure Type | Snap Cap |
Autoclavable | Autoclavable |
Sterility | Non-sterile |
Closure Material | Polypropylene |
Thermo Scientific™ Screw Cap Micro Tubes
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Choose these tubes, which available in conical and free-standing designs when seeking secure, short-term sample storage in low temperatures.
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Color | Natural |
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Graduated | Yes |