MetalFree™ Centrifuge Tubes

• Made of 100% medical grade ultra low metal virgin resins
• Certified below one part per billion (<1ppb) for trace metals
• Natural colorant-free flat caps
• Autoclavable (122°C) & Freezable (-80°C)

Labcon’s Metal Free® centrifuge tubes are specifically processed to ensure that common trace metals and elements that can interfere with experiments are below an ICP-MS detection level of one part per billion (<1ppb). These tubes are perfect for storage of samples and for applications requiring the assurance of low background metals.

Metals included in testing are: Calcium, Magnesium, Zinc, Iron, Copper, Manganese, Aluminum, Silicon, Nickel, Vanadium, Sodium, Phosphorous, Cobalt, Chromium, Potassium, Lithium, Selenium, Cadmium, Mercury, Arsenic, and Lead.

All package versions are sterilized with a validated and approved ISO 11137 method. Racked tubes are packaged in recyclable fiber racks.
 

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LiteSafe™ Centrifuge Tubes

These tubes are completely opaque, therefore protecting even the most light sensitive compounds. Midsci LiteSafe™ tubes eliminate the inconvenience of fitting tubes with aluminum foil to protect samples. Ideal for use with fluorescent probes or ethidium bromide.

Disposable polypropylene tubes and caps with recessed lid to prevent leaking. Frosted writing surface allows for permanent identification and labeling. Autoclavable to 122°C and can be stored in freezers to -100°C.

RCF values: 15mL, 8,400g

ProtectR™ Dry Ice Storage Tubes

Key Features

• Tested and certified to the IATA 95kPa standard
• Patented writing surface prevents smeared ink and protects your notes
• Flat caps with integral molding in two material seal are virtually leak proof
• Tube are printed with three colors that highlight important features of the tubes.
• USP Class medical grade resins and packaging. ProtectR tubes are for all lab uses.

 Full Protection of Your Samples
Samples of proteins, other biological molecules, and cell cultures are commonly shipped and stored on dry ice, putting them at risk of acidification by up to 2.5 pH units. In standard centrifuge tubes, CO2 vapor from dry ice enters the tube headspace and causes a significant drop in the pH of the sample.

Even in short term storage conditions, samples may become acidified. This acidification can affect the integrity and reproducibility of samples, and may result in a loss of protein activity.

ProtectR™ tubes are the ideal vessel for primary and secondary sample containment. Samples are shipped on dry ice in a variety of volumes. When shipped in standard, small volume tubes, samples are at risk of acidifcation. ProtectR™ tubes can be used as a secondary shipping tube for multiple small volume tubes. With their airtight, leak-resistant secure seal, ProtectR™ tubes provide a protective barrier against CO2 exposure, safeguarding the sample(s) inside from costly damage. Only ProtectR™ tubes ensure consistent sample integrity and protein activity across experiments. Even if samples are delayed during shipping, they will not become compromised, saving time and money.

Most international and domestic carriers now require adherence to the IATA standards for all biological substance shipments. IATA 95 kPa certification ensures containers are leak-resistant under differential pressure conditions such as in air transport. This certification requires containers to prove capable of withstanding, without leakage, an internal pressure producing a pressure differential of not less than 95 kPa (0.95 bar, 13.8 psi).

ProtectR™ tubes feature our Patented ViewPoint™ labeling spot that helps to reduce smearing of lab markers at the same time it protects sample labeling from damage during storage or procedures. ProtectR™ tubes are available in our exclusive 10 tube IntegraPack® packaging. And like all our sterile products we only use medical grade packaging and sterilize following a validated ISO 11137 method.
 
 

ViewPoint™ Thermochromatic Centrifuge Tubes

• Real Time Temperature: Patent Pending real time temperature signaling.
• UV Protection: Prevents damage to biomolecules from UV.
• Temperature Control: Maintain desired temperature throughout experimentation.
• Certified Safe: Tested and certified safe for use in Cell Culture and other critical work.
• Wide Range of Options: Available in sterile and non sterile packaging with three tube styles.
• Medical Grade: USP Class medical grade resins and packaging. Safe for all lab uses.

Real-Time Temperature Signaling
ViewPoint™ tubes transition from clear to blue when exposed to cold temperatures. This multi-step and reversible thermochromic transition offers real-time temperature signaling to indicate fluctuations above and below 4°C. At 5° C and above ViewPoint™ tubes are clear and transparent. At 4°C ViewPoint™ tubes transition to light blue and become slightly opaque. At 0°C ViewPoint™ tubes reach their full progressive transition to dark blue, are completely opaque, and provide protection from Ultraviolet (UV) light.

Patents Pending.

Optimize Incubation Time On Ice
A large number of protocols require chilled cells and/or chilled solvents. In these protocols samples and solutions are chilled for 30 minutes, 3 hours, or overnight. ViewPoint™ signals that a sample is chilled to 0 - 4°C. Efficient chilling reduces incubation time, saving researchers time in a busy workflow.

Real-Time Temperature Signaling Protects Samples
It is critical to reduce the formation of ice crystals when working with aqueous samples. Ice crystals begin to form at 0 – 4°C and damage cells. ViewPoint™ tubes begin transitioning from clear to light blue at 4°C with full dark blue signaling at 0°C. Real-time temperature signaling alerts the researcher to potentially harmful ice crystal formation and enables the maintenance of the desired temperature throughout experimentation.

Protection from Ultraviolet Radiation
When fully dark blue (0°C) ViewPoint™ tubes provide added protection from Ultraviolet (UV) light. Unlike other tinted products, ViewPoint™ tubes become opaque at 0°C and provide protection from UV, eliminating the need for wrapping tubes in aluminum foil to shield sensitive samples from light radiation. Without a bulky aluminum foil wrap, ViewPoint™ tubes fit perfectly into racks and can be clearly labeled on the frosted writing surface.

ViewPoint™ tubes are available in our exclusive IntegraPack® 10 tube packs, reusable polypropylene racks, and non-sterile bulk bags (1.5mL) All our sterile products use medical grade packaging and are radiation sterilized following a validated ISO 11137 method.

ViewPoint™ tubes are patent pending. The three-color tube labeling graphics are copyright, trademark, and trade dress of Labcon North America
 

Ideal for storage of buffers, reagents, and other solutions.

• Convenient 30ml size
• Skirted, self-standing
• Easy-open, easy-close, leakproof cap
• Sterile, non-autoclavable

Graduated Conical Base Centrifuge Tubes

• High-clarity, medical-grade polymer
• 5 mL graduations
• Rated to 20,000 × G (50 mL Tubes) & 17,000 x G (15 mL Tubes)
• Temperature range: -80°C to 40°C
• For use in medical, pharmaceutical, food industry, and molecular biology
• Sterile and certified free of detectable DNase, RNase, DNA, PCR inhibitors, and pyrogens

• Single piece lid and tube available in conical and self-standing bottoms
• Tab on lid enables convenient one-handed opening
• Lid audibly snaps closed, and opens with a "pop!" so you know when it is sealed
• Ideal for sample storage, collection, and experimental procedures

15mL and 50 mL screw cap centrifuge tubes that are now available in individual sterile packets. Individual packets eliminate the worry of whether or not tubes in an already opened bag are still sterile and creates an ease of not having to fumble around with open bags or racks of 50 tubes. These are sterile right up until the time you open the convenient easy peel package.

The conical 15ml and 50ml centrifuge tubes are made of premium polypropylene for clarity and centrifugal strength. Tubes and caps may be frozen at temperatures as low as -86°C. The maximum centrifugal force is 12,000xg for the 15ml tubes and 15,000xg for the 50 ml tubes*. Caps have a flat top surface for easy marking and labeling.

• Sterile, individually wrapped
• RNase, DNase, and Pyrogen free
• Easy peel wrappers
• Flat, markable screw caps

PerformR® Centrifuge Tubes
High Performance Centrifugation

• Labcon PerformR® Tubes are developed using our own in-house laboratory and tested in real labs in basic procedures.
• Only 100% Medical Grade polypropylene resins are used in PerformR® Tubes. No recycled plastics or commodity grade resins.
• PerformR® Centrifuge Tubes are autoclavable with a standard 122°C plasticware process for 15 minutes.
• PerformR® tubes are printed using UV fixed inks that won't rub off like screen printed tubes from other suppliers. Graduations are tested for accuracy during every production lot.
• Patented reusable racks replace foam racks with a sustainable, autoclavable, freezable alternative. And our racks can be interlocked to form a workstation.
• All SuperClear® sterile tubes receive a validated irradiation dose following ISO 11137 requirements and have packaging approved for medical use.-
• Labcon is the only major supplier in our industry to be registered by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
• Spins to 12,500 RCF

PerformR® centrifuge tubes combine reliable performance in major centrifuges. Spin rates higher than most popular brands. And high-quality lab certified non cyto-toxic medical grade resin.

PerformR® Centrifuge tubes are designed for your everyday centrifugation and storage needs. These tubes include large white solvent resistant labeling areas and black easy to read graduations. They are available with a flat cap that is easy to label. All package versions are sterilized with a validated and approved ISO 11137 method. Racked tubes are packaged in a reusable, autoclavable, and freezable (-80°C) polypropylene rack that inter-locks to allow you to create a workstation. PerformR® tubes are available in packaging styles for all your needs, including reusable polypropylene racks, sterile-bulk bags, and non-sterile bulk bags. All our sterile products are radiation sterilized following a validated ISO 11137 method.
 

Flat or Plug Caps
PerformR® tubes come with either a flat or plug style cap.
 

PerformR® Freestanding Centrifuge Tubes
High Performance Centrifugation

• Labcon PerformR® Tubes are developed using our own in-house laboratory and tested in real labs in basic procedures.
• Only 100% Medical Grade polypropylene resins are used in PerformR® Tubes. No recycled plastics or commodity grade resins.
• PerformR® Centrifuge Tubes are autoclavable with a standard 122°C plasticware process for 15 minutes.
• PerformR® tubes are printed using UV fixed inks that won't rub off like screen printed tubes from other suppliers. Graduations are tested for accuracy during every production lot.
• Labcon is the only major supplier in our industry to be registered by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
• Spins to 12,500 RCF

These freestanding 50mL centrifuge tubes are available for use in those applications where a rack is not available. They include a large white solvent resistant writing area and black graduations. Available with either a flat cap or a plug style cap. Freezable (-80°C) and autoclavable (122°C), if caps are loosely attached to the tubes.

PerformR® Freestanding Centrifuge Tubes

• Flat screw caps
• Molded graduations
• IATA 95kPa certified
• ATP, RNase/DNase and Endotoxin Free (non-pyrogenic)
• Polypropylene USP Class VI resin
• Centrifuging to 10,000 x G
• Tubes and caps are freezable to -80°C
• Tubes are autoclavable