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MIDSCI carries a top of the line collection of lab essentials, including the likes of beakers, ice buckets, aluminum foil, and bags.​

At MIDSCI, we stock only the best selection of numerous lab essential items that are sure to make your life easier and your experiments run that much smoother. Not to mention, many of these lab essentials protect your work and records! 
  
For example, our lab notebooks defend your vital recordings from water and chemicals. The ice buckets we have protect your temperature sensitive samples. And the media bottles we carry are top of the line. 
  
From mouse restraints to timers, you’ll find the lab essentials you need right here.

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PR1MA™ Flasks-Erlenmeyer (PETG)

 

Vent Cap, Plain Bottom, PETG, Sterile

  • Designed for mammalian suspension culture applications as well as bacterial & yeast culture
  • Vent caps feature 0.22 µm hydrophobic membrane which allows for gas exchange without contamination; over-sized vent area in cap improves gas exchange
  • Packaged sterile in individual bags for easy storage and handling
  • Manufactured from medical grade virgin PETG which reduces gas permeability

 
Specifications
 
Item667801667805667809667813
Pack Description1/Bag1/Bag1/Bag1/Bag
Case Quantity1212126
SterileYesYesYesYes
Non-pyrogenicYesYesYesYes
AutoclavableNoNoNoNo
Primary ColorFlask: ClearFlask: ClearFlask: ClearFlask: Clear
Secondary ColorCap: GreenCap: GreenCap: GreenCap: Green
Primary MaterialFlask: PETGFlask: PETGFlask: PETGFlask: PETG
Secondary MaterialCap: HDPECap: HDPECap: HDPECap: HDPE
Maximum Volume125 mL250 mL500 mL1000 mL
Working Volume125 mL250 mL500 mL1000 mL
GraduatedYesYesYesYes
Graduation Increments25 mL25 mL50 mL50 mL
Tissue Culture TreatedNoNoNoNo
RNase/DNase FreeYesYesYesYes
 

 

Item#:
ASERNLFSKPETG


PR1MA™ Standard Petri Dishes

 

Sterile, Stackable, and High-Performance.

 

PR1MA™ Standard Petri Dishes are designed for precision, durability, and convenience in microbiology, cell culture, and general lab applications. Manufactured using high-capacity automated production lines, these petri dishes deliver consistent quality at a competitive price—ideal for academic, industrial, and research laboratories.

 

Each dish features a 15 mm height and is available in both 60 and 100 mm diameters, with various design options tailored to your lab's needs—including multi-compartment formats, slideable bases, and automation-compatible slippable versions.

 

These dishes are sold sterile (gamma irradiated) and packaged 25 per bag / 20 bags case, making them ideal for high-throughput laboratories.

 

Key Features

  • Durable Construction: Stronger, heavier design ensures better handling and stability.
  • Hydrophobic Surface: Prevents unwanted cell attachment—perfect for suspension cultures.
  • Sterile and Ready to Use: Gamma irradiated for dependable sterility.
  • Efficient Gas Exchange: Molded lid spacers promote proper ventilation.
  • Even Media Distribution: Consistently flat base supports uniform media spreading.
  • Slideable and Slippable Options: Available variants support automation with ISO mark targets, side arrows, and edge rings for smooth operation.
  • Specialty Compartments: Choose from 2, 3, or 4-compartment formats for multi-sample testing in a single dish.
  • Various options: Standard, slideable, slippable, or with compartments (2, 3, or 4) 

Whether you're working with automated streaking systems or manual plating, PR1MA™ Petri Dishes are designed to support efficient lab workflows with minimal contamination risk.
 

Item#:
ASPETRIDISH1


PR1MA™ Solution Bottles

  • Compatible with bottle top filters or for use as solution storage containers
  • Polystyrene bottles are packaged sterile, individually wrapped 

Specifications 

SterileYes
Non-pyrogenicYes
Primary ColorBottle: Clear
Secondary ColorCap: Green
Primary MaterialBottle: Polystyrene
Secondary MaterialCap: HDPE
GraduatedYes
RNase/DNase FreeYes

 

Item#:
ASBOTSOLUT



PR1MA™ Card Board Freezer Boxes and Inserts

  • Used for upright freezer or chest freezer racks
  • Temperature Range: -196 to +121ºC
  • Box has drain holes on bottom and a writing area on the lid
  • Standard 5.25 x 5.25 x 2-inch format, Also available in 3 and 4 inch format
  • Available cell dividers: 144, 100, 81, 64, 49, 36, 25, or 16

Specifications

Cardboard Boxes
Item NumberDescriptionDimension L x D x H
SB2CCStandard White 2" Cardboard Box5.25 x 5.25 x 2 in.
SB2CC-XX*Standard White 2" Box w/cell divider
SB2CStandard Yellow 2" Cardboard Box
SB2C-XX*Standard Yellow 2" Cardboard Box w/cell divider
SB3CStandard White 3" Cardboard Box5.25 x 5.25 x 2.937 in.
SB3C-XX*Standard White 3" Cardboard Box w/cell divider
SB4CStandard White 4" Cardboard Box5.81 x 5.81 x 4.84 in.
SB4-XX*Standard White 4" Cardboard Box w/ cell divider
*xx=number of dividers (144,100,81,64,49,36,25,16)
Standard Box Dividers for Cardboard and Metal Boxes
Item NumberDescriptionDimensions L x D x H
CD-16Box Divider, 16-Cells4.857 x 4.857 x 1.312 in.
CD-25Box Divider, 25-Cells
CD-36Box Divider, 36-Cells
CD-49Box Divider, 49-Cells
CD-64Box Divider, 64-Cells
CD-81Box Divider, 81-Cells
CD-100Box Divider, 100-Cells
CD-144Box Divider, 144-Cells
CD4-16Box Divider, 16-Cells5.375 x 5.375 x 2.75 in.
CD4-36Box Divider, 36-Cells

 

Item#:
ASCARDBOARDRK


PR1MA™ Bead Lysis Kits - QT Compatible

PR1MA™ QT Compatible Bead Lysis Kits are designed for the efficient homogenization and disruption of microorganisms, bacteria, soft tissue, hard tissue, and other biological samples. Each kit contains 50 preps, supplied in 2 mL screw-cap or reinforced tubes pre-filled with specialized beads to ensure consistent and thorough sample disruption.

All tubes are certified RNase- and DNase-free, ensuring the integrity of nucleic acids for reliable downstream molecular biology applications.

PR1MA™ kits are compatible with Qiagen systems, providing a high-quality, cost-effective alternative for your laboratory workflows.

Disclaimer

Qiagen is a registered trademark of Qiagen N.V. PR1MA™ QT-compatible kits are third-party products and are not manufactured by, endorsed by, or affiliated with Qiagen. Product names and catalog numbers are used only to indicate compatibility with commonly used Qiagen protocols.

Proudly made in the USA! Click here for more made in America products!
  

Item#:
ASPRBLQTCOMP


PR1MA™ Bead Lysis Kits - OB Compatible

PR1MA™ OB compatible bead lysis kits are designed for the efficient homogenization and disruption of microorganisms, bacteria, tissue, seeds, and grains. Each kit contains 50 preps, supplied in 2 mL screw-cap or reinforced tubes pre-filled with specialized beads to ensure thorough and consistent sample disruption.

All tubes are certified RNase- and DNase-free (unless otherwise noted), ensuring nucleic acid integrity for reliable downstream molecular biology applications.

PR1MA™ kits are compatible with Revvity (Omni International) systems, providing a cost-effective, high-quality alternative for your laboratory workflows.

*PR-LYSV2T28 cleaned, but not certified Microbial DNA free.

Disclaimer

Revvity and Omni International are registered trademarks of their respective owners. PR1MA™ OB-compatible kits are third-party products and are not manufactured by, endorsed by, or affiliated with Revvity/Omni International. Product names and catalog numbers are used only to indicate compatibility with commonly used Revvity (Omni) protocols.

Proudly made in the USA! Click here for more made in America products!
  

Item#:
ASPRBLOBCOMP


PR1MA™ Bead Lysis Kits - BP Compatible

PR1MA™ BP compatible bead lysis kits are designed for the efficient homogenization and disruption of a wide range of biological samples, including microorganisms, bacteria, soft tissue, hard tissue, seeds, and grains. Each kit contains 50 preps, with 2 mL screw-cap or reinforced tubes pre-filled with specialized beads for optimized lysis and sample disruption. All tubes are certified RNase- and DNase-free, ensuring the integrity of nucleic acids for reliable downstream applications.

PR1MA™ kits are compatible with Precellys® systems (Bertin), providing a high-quality, cost-effective alternative for your laboratory workflows.

Disclaimer

Precellys® is a registered trademark of Bertin Technologies. PR1MA™ BP-compatible kits are third-party products and are not manufactured by, endorsed by, or affiliated with Bertin Technologies. Product names such as VK01, VK05, CK14, CK28, etc. are used only to indicate compatibility with commonly used Precellys® protocols.  

Proudly made in the USA! Click here for more made in America products! 
 

Item#:
ASPRBLBPCOMP


PR1MA™ Bead Lysis Kits - FP Compatible

 

PR1MA™ FP-compatible bead lysis kits are designed for the efficient homogenization and grinding of a wide variety of biological samples, including tissues, bacteria, yeast, fungi, spores, soil, pollen, seeds, and plant material. Each kit contains 50 preps, supplied in 2 mL screw-cap or reinforced tubes pre-filled with specialized high-density beads to ensure consistent and thorough sample disruption.

All tubes are certified RNase- and DNase-free, ensuring the integrity of nucleic acids for reliable downstream molecular biology applications.

PR1MA™ kits are compatible with MP Bio Lysing Matrix systems, providing a high-quality, cost-effective alternative for your laboratory workflows.

Disclaimer

MP Bio and Lysing Matrix are registered trademarks of MP Biomedicals, LLC. PR1MA™ FP-compatible kits are third-party products and are not manufactured by, endorsed by, or affiliated with MP Biomedicals. Product names and catalog numbers are used only to indicate compatibility with commonly used MP Bio protocols.

Proudly made in the USA! Click here for more made in America products!
 

Item#:
ASPRBLFRCOMP


PR1MA™ Bead Lysis Kits - Z Compatible

PR1MA™ Z - Compatible Bead Lysis Kits are designed for the efficient homogenization and disruption of microorganisms, insects, and tissue samples. Each kit contains 50 preps, supplied in 2 mL reinforced screw-cap tubes pre-filled with specialized high-density beads to ensure consistent and thorough sample disruption.

All tubes are certified RNase- and DNase-free, ensuring the integrity of nucleic acids for reliable downstream molecular biology applications.

PR1MA™ kits are compatible with Zymo® systems, providing a high-quality, cost-effective alternative for your laboratory workflows.

Disclaimer

Zymo® is a registered trademark of Zymo Research Corporation. PR1MA™ Z-compatible kits are third-party products and are not manufactured by, endorsed by, or affiliated with Zymo Research. Product names and catalog numbers are used only to indicate compatibility with commonly used Zymo protocols.

Proudly made in the USA! Click here for more made in America products!
 

Item#:
ASPRBLZCOMP


PR1MA™ Stretch Multi-Purpose Laboratory Sealing Film

 

Exceptional Flexibility. Superior Seal. Trusted in Labs Worldwide.

 

PR1MA™ Stretch Multi-Purpose Laboratory Sealing Film is a premium, transparent plastic/paraffin film designed to provide a reliable and adaptable seal for a wide variety of laboratory applications. Engineered to mold to virtually any surface, it delivers secure coverage for laboratory containers such as test tubes, centrifuge tubes, petri dishes, flasks, beakers, and bottles.

 

Whether you're preserving sensitive biological samples or securing vessels for transport or storage, PR1MA™ Stretch is the go-to sealing solution trusted by scientists across research, pharmaceutical, academic, and industrial laboratories.

 

Key Benefits & Features

  • Multi-surface adaptability – Seals securely to glass, plastic, and metal surfaces
  • High stretchability – Stretches up to 350% for a snug, custom fit
  • Self-sealing – Sticks to itself and forms a tight wrap around irregular surfaces
  • Liquid-tight barrier – Ideal as an overwrap for caps, lids, and stoppers
  • Flexible and translucent – Allows for easy visual inspection of contents
  • RNase & DNase free – Safe for molecular biology applications
  • Latex-free – Suitable for sensitive lab environments
  • Cold and heat resistant – Maintains performance in a wide range of temperatures

Advanced Formulation for Sample Integrity

 

PR1MA™ Stretch is composed of a proprietary blend of paraffin and polyolefins, engineered to provide a flexible moisture barrier that protects delicate samples from contamination and evaporation. While delivering an airtight seal, it still permits the exchange of essential gases like oxygen (O), carbon dioxide (CO), and water vapor (HO)—ideal for cell culture and biological sample storage.

Specifications

MaterialParaffin, Polyolefin
Temp. Range-80°C to +58°C
Thickness125 uM
Elongation Max.400%
 

Item#:
ASPRSTRETCH

MIDSCI 1" Label Tape with 1" Core

Color coding tape is easy to write on and removes easily without leaving any sticky residue behind.

  • The tape is strong, durable, oil-resistant, waterproof, and acid resistant.
  • It can withstand temperatures from -23° to +121° Celsius (10° to +250° Fahrenheit).
  • Colored Tape can be written on with a pen, pencil, or permanent marker.
  • The tape will stick to most surfaces including glass, plastic, and metal.

Looking for ½” label tape click here  – looking for ¾” label tape click here 

  

Item #
Core Size
Tape Size
Color
½" wide x 500"
MIDSCI-T14-1
1" Core
1/2"wide x 500"
White
MIDSCI-T14-2
1" Core
1/2"wide x 500"
Yellow
MIDSCI-T14-3
1" Core
1/2"wide x 500"
Green
MIDSCI-T14-4
1" Core
1/2"wide x 500"
Red
MIDSCI-T14-5
1" Core
1/2"wide x 500"
Orange
MIDSCI-T14-6
1" Core
1/2"wide x 500"
Blue
MIDSCI-T14-7
1" Core
1/2"wide x 500"
Pink
3/4" wide x 500"
Item #
Core Size
Tape Size
Color
MIDSCI-T24-1
1" Core
3/4" wide x 500"
White
MIDSCI-T24-2
1" Core
3/4" wide x 500"
Yellow
MIDSCI-T24-3
1" Core
3/4" wide x 500"
Green
MIDSCI-T24-4
1" Core
3/4" wide x 500"
Red
MIDSCI-T24-5
1" Core
3/4" wide x 500"
Orange
MIDSCI-T24-6
1" Core
3/4" wide x 500"
Blue
MIDSCI-T24-7
1" Core
3/4" wide x 500"
Pink
1" wide x 500"
Item #
Core Size
Tape Size
Color
MIDSCI-T34-1
1" Core
1" wide x 500"
White
MIDSCI-T34-2
1" Core
1" wide x 500"
Yellow
MIDSCI-T34-3
1" Core
1" wide x 500"
Green
MIDSCI-T34-4
1" Core
1" wide x 500"
Red
MIDSCI-T34-5
1" Core
1" wide x 500"
Orange
MIDSCI-T34-6
1" Core
1" wide x 500"
Blue
MIDSCI-T34-7
1" Core
1" wide x 500"
Pink
Assorted colored packs
Item #
Core Size
Tape Size
Number of Rolls in Set
MIDSCI-T14-27
1" Core
1/2"wide x 500"

24 Rolls of assorted Colors

MIDSCI-T24-27
1" Core
3/4" wide x 500"
16 rolls of assorted colors
MIDSCI-T34-27
1" Core
1" wide x 500"
12 rolls of assorted colors
Item#:
ASTPMISCI1

MIDSCI 1/2" Label Tape with 1" Core

Color coding tape is easy to write on and removes easily without leaving any sticky residue behind.

  • The tape is strong, durable, oil-resistant, waterproof, and acid resistant.
  • It can withstand temperatures from -23° to +121° Celsius (10° to +250° Fahrenheit).
  • Colored Tape can be written on with a pen, pencil, or permanent marker.
  • The tape will stick to most surfaces including glass, plastic, and metal.


Looking for 1” label tape click here – looking for ¾” label tape click here


 
 
Item #
Core Size
Tape Size
Color
½" wide x 500"
MIDSCI-T14-1
1" Core
1/2"wide x 500"
White
MIDSCI-T14-2
1" Core
1/2"wide x 500"
Yellow
MIDSCI-T14-3
1" Core
1/2"wide x 500"
Green
MIDSCI-T14-4
1" Core
1/2"wide x 500"
Red
MIDSCI-T14-5
1" Core
1/2"wide x 500"
Orange
MIDSCI-T14-6
1" Core
1/2"wide x 500"
Blue
MIDSCI-T14-7
1" Core
1/2"wide x 500"
Pink
3/4" wide x 500"
Item #
Core Size
Tape Size
Color
MIDSCI-T24-1
1" Core
3/4" wide x 500"
White
MIDSCI-T24-2
1" Core
3/4" wide x 500"
Yellow
MIDSCI-T24-3
1" Core
3/4" wide x 500"
Green
MIDSCI-T24-4
1" Core
3/4" wide x 500"
Red
MIDSCI-T24-5
1" Core
3/4" wide x 500"
Orange
MIDSCI-T24-6
1" Core
3/4" wide x 500"
Blue
MIDSCI-T24-7
1" Core
3/4" wide x 500"
Pink
1" wide x 500"
Item #
Core Size
Tape Size
Color
MIDSCI-T34-1
1" Core
1" wide x 500"
White
MIDSCI-T34-2
1" Core
1" wide x 500"
Yellow
MIDSCI-T34-3
1" Core
1" wide x 500"
Green
MIDSCI-T34-4
1" Core
1" wide x 500"
Red
MIDSCI-T34-5
1" Core
1" wide x 500"
Orange
MIDSCI-T34-6
1" Core
1" wide x 500"
Blue
MIDSCI-T34-7
1" Core
1" wide x 500"
Pink
Assorted colored packs
Item #
Core Size
Tape Size
Number of Rolls in Set
MIDSCI-T14-27
1" Core
1/2"wide x 500"

24 Rolls of assorted Colors
MIDSCI-T24-27
1" Core
3/4" wide x 500"
16 rolls of assorted colors
MIDSCI-T34-27
1" Core
1" wide x 500"
12 rolls of assorted colors
Item#:
ASTPMISCI12
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