Tubes
A wide variety of tubes in a range of sizes, shapes, and material compositions designed for various scientific applications; includes test tubes, cell culture tubes, auto analyzer tubes, centrifuge tubes, and storage tubes.
The term “tube” may refer to any type of small open-topped or open-ended containers used for solid or liquid sample collection, transport, storage, or testing. Laboratory tubes are also called test tubes, culture tubes, centrifuge tubes, microcentrifuge tubes, PCR tubes, cryo tubes, and a host of other names.
Each type of tube may have a specific purpose or may be for more general use. Some are suitable for heating or freezing, some are manufactured to endure pressure or stress, and others are used for molecular and biological testing.
Laboratory tubes are available in various styles, sizes, and materials.
- Plastic or glass: choose from multiple kinds of glass and plastic resins based on durability, inertness, and other material characteristics
- Shape: Choose open-ended or flat-, round-, or conical-bottomed based on your application
- Disposability: Reusable tubes must be adequately and reliably cleaned between uses
- Sterility: Choose pre-sterilized or nonsterile tubes as needed; some tubes may be sterilized after purchase or between uses
- Closures: Options include screw, cap, or plug closures and closure linings made of various materials
- Attached or separate closures: May be related to sterility or the need to maintain clean interiors
- Shapes: Choose standard or specially shaped tubes
Falcon™ Round-Bottom Polystyrene Test Tubes
Constructed of optically clear polystyrene for easy viewing of sample. Falcon™ Round-Bottom Polystyrene Tubes are widely used and referenced in laboratory protocols.
Corning™ Polypropylene Centrifuge Tubes, Sterile
Manufactured from clear polypropylene for superior chemical resistance. Corning™ Polypropylene Centrifuge Tubes are an ideal solution for centrifuge needs.
Corning™ Centrifuge Tubes with CentriStar™ Cap
Features CentriStar™ caps with an easy-on/easy-off flat top and offers advanced ergonomics with wider knurls and roll-over edge design for easier gripping. Corning™ Centrifuge Tubes with CentriStar™ Caps leak-proof design comes with a revolutionary plug feature that virtually eliminates all seepage when used under recommended conditions.
Eppendorf™ PCR Clean Colorless Safe-Lock Centrifuge Tubes
Protect your samples with these centrifuge tubes. Eppendorf™ PCR Clean Colorless Safe-Lock Centrifuge Tubes feature a hinged Eppendorf Safe–Lock lid for outstanding protection against unintentional opening during incubation and storage.
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.
BRAND™ Centrifuge Tubes, PP, with screw cap
Biologically inert polypropylene for optimal cell and protein recovery. Screw cap with plug seal offers protection against leaks. Highly transparent PP for optimal sample visibility.
Falcon™ Polypropylene Centrifuge Tubes
Manufactured from polypropylene for high chemical and thermal resistance. Falcon™ Polypropylene Centrifuge Tubes are tested to withstand 7500 x g centrifugation.
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.
Falcon™ 15 mL Conical Centrifuge Tubes
Tested to withstand centrifugation of 12,000 RCF (polypropylene) or 1,800 RCF (polystyrene) in a fully supported rotor with room temperature water. Falcon™ 15mL Conical Centrifuge Tubes are ideal for cell centrifugation; pelleting; separation by density gradients.
Thermo Scientific™ Nunc™ Disposable Plastic Centrifuge Tubes
Maintain a high level of accuracy while increasing lab safety with these disposable plastic centrifuge tubes, which are an excellent alternative to glass.
Fisherbrand™ Polypropylene Centrifuge Tubes
Printed with evenly spaced black graduations to enhance readability without losing precision. Fisherbrand™ Polypropylene Centrifuge Tubes provide high chemical resistance and RCF tolerance.
Falcon™ 50 mL High Clarity Conical Centrifuge Tubes
Tested to withstand centrifugation of 16,000 RCF in a fully supported rotor with room temperature water. Falcon 50mL Conical Centrifuge Tubes are ideal for cell centrifugation; pelleting; separation by density gradients.
Thermo Scientific™ Nunc™ Conical Sterile Polypropylene Centrifuge Tubes
These premium, high-quality conical tubes are environmentally friendly and 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.
Fisherbrand™ Easy Reader™ Conical Polypropylene Centrifuge Tubes
Imprinted clear black graduations ensure accurate readings.