Centrifuge Tubes
Glass and plastic tubes designed for use in centrifuges; available in a variety of volume capacities, materials, configurations, RCF ratings, and closure types; may be sterile or non-sterile; may have graduations indicating volume on the tube.
Centrifuge tubes are used to contain liquids during centrifugation, which separates the sample into its components by rapidly rotating it around a fixed axis.
Most centrifuge tubes have conical bottoms, which help collect any solid or heavier parts of the sample being centrifuged. Centrifuge tubes must also be able to withstand the centrifugal pressure created during their use, and their specifications may indicate the maximum speed at which they can be safely used.
Centrifuge tubes are available in various styles, sizes, and materials
- Capacities: Range from 0.1mL to more than 100mL; the most common sizes are 15mL and 50mL (centrifuge) and 1mL and 2mL (microcentrifuge)
- Closures: Screw-on plugged or flat caps; may be attached or separate
- Markings: May have writing areas, graduations, or other markings
- Shape: Conical- or round-bottomed; if conical, choose skirted free-standing versions
- Material: Glass or plastic resin; the latter include polypropylene, polystyrene, PET, and PPCO
- Sterility: Sterile or nonsterile; may be heat- or gas-sterilized
- Packaging: Bulk or racked tubes
- Color: Choose amber or black plastics for light-sensitive samples
Thermo Scientific™ Nalgene™ Oak Ridge White Polycarbonate Conical Centrifuge Tube Adapter
Easily remove the Thermo ScientificTM NalgeneTM Oak Ridge White Polycarbonate Conical Centrifuge Tube Adapter from rotors after use.
Thermo Scientific™ Nunc™ EZFlip™ Conical Centrifuge Tubes
Thermo Scientific™ Nunc™ EZFlip™ Conical Centrifuge Tubes can be opened and closed with one hand due to a proprietary hinged-cap system. The tubes feature an ergonomic design, and are compatible with both fixed-angle and swing bucket centrifuge rotors.
Thermo Scientific™ Nunc™ 15 mL Polypropylene Centrifuge Tubes
These premium, high-quality sterile conical tubes allow for increased traceability with the largest writing area on the market.
Thermo Scientific™ Nunc™ 200mL Centrifuge Tube
Process large batches more easily with Nunc 200mL centrifuge tubes, which are made from high-purity resins and can resist forces up to 7000 RCF.
Thermo Scientific™ PA Ultracrimp Tube 35 ml
PA Ultracrimp tube 35ml volume. For use in T-865, T-1250, TV-860 rotors. Packet of 25 tubes
Thermo Scientific™ 250mL Conical Centrifuge Tube
Add capacity for your larger samples. The unique wide mouth design provides easy access for pipetting, decanting and removal of the pellet following centrifugation.
Corning™ PYREX™ Conical-Bottom Glass Centrifuge Tubes: 100 mL Capacity
Nonsterile; reusable.
Thermo Scientific™ Nalgene™ PPCO Conical-Bottom Centrifuge Tubes
Simplify measurements using these PPCO conical-bottom centrifuge tubes, which feature molded-in graduations. Translucent PPCO has excellent chemical resistance.
Thermo Scientific™ Nalgene™ PC Conical-Bottom Centrifuge Tubes
Perform whole cell separations with the help of these PC conical-bottom centrifuge tubes, which feature outstanding mechanical strength and clarity.
Corning™ PYREX™ Conical-Bottom Glass Centrifuge Tubes: 12 mL Capacity
Nonsterile; reusable.
Corning™ PYREX™ Kolmer Graduated Centrifuge Tube with Beaded Rim
Ideal for use with Wasserman test
Corning™ PYREX™ 40 mL Heavy Duty Conical Centrifuge Tube with White Graduations, Beaded Rim
Nonsterile, reusable conical tubes with graduations, constructed of Pyrex™ borosilicate glass.
Thermo Scientific™ Nalgene™ Oak Ridge High-Speed PPCO Centrifuge Tubes
View contents of these contact-clear, high-speed PPCO centrifuge tubes easily. The tubes also feature excellent mechanical strength.
DWK Life Sciences Kimble™ KIMAX™ Conical-Bottom Glass Centrifuge Tubes: 12mL Capacity
Made with heavier walled tubing to withstand higher centrifugation speeds. Top is beaded for strength.
Thermo Scientific™ Nalgene™ Oak Ridge High-Speed Polycarbonate Centrifuge Tubes
Perform a variety of applications thanks to the excellent mechanical strength of these high-speed polycarbonate centrifuge tubes.