Culture Tubes

• Available in Polypropylene or Polystyrene
• Dual-position snap Caps attached or ordered separately
• Molded graduations on attached cap versions
• Sterile, RNase, DNase, pyrogen, and cytotoxin free
• Compatible with all standard equipment

These culture tubes are available in both 12 × 75 mm (5 mL) or 17 × 100 mm (14 mL) capacities. Low-density polyethylene (LDPE) snap caps can be attached in two positions. The first position allows for the flow of air both in and out of the tube enabling aerobic culturing. The second position offers a leak-proof and air-tight seal making it ideal for anaerobic culturing and/or sample storage.

The tubes are available in two plastic polymers. Crystal clear polystyrene (PS) tubes withstand temperatures from 0°C to 70°C, while durable transparent polypropylene (PP) tubes withstand temperatures from -86°C to 121°C.

Tubes are available with caps attached and printed graduations or without caps and graduation-free. Polystyrene tubes may be centrifuged at up to 2000xg. Polypropylene tubes withstand higher centrifugal forces, up to 4000xg.

All tubes and caps come sterilized to SAL 10-6 and are RNase, DNase, pyrogen, and cytotoxin-free.

DuoClick™ Two Position Screw-Cap Culture Tubes

• New patent pending screw-cap!
• Aerobic culturing at first click
• Anaerobic after second click
• Printed graduations
• Flat, markable screw-cap

DuoClick™ tubes feature a unique, patent pending screw closure system. DuoClick™ tubes completely eliminate the excess force, splashing and general frustration of traditional snap-cap culture tubes. The advanced cap design includes two distinct positions for aerobic and anaerobic culturing. Just rotate the cap 1/4 turn to the first click to secure the cap in the aerobic position. Or, rotate it another 1/2 turn past the second click for a leakproof, airtight seal for anaerobic culturing.

DuoClick™ tubes are available gamma sterilized, with screw caps attached, and in our exclusive ready-to- use rack packaging. Polypropylene tubes can be centrifuged at up to 4,000 x g.

Plug Style Caps for Culture Tubes

• Endotoxin Free (non-pyrogenic)
• Polyethylene USP Class VI resin
• Not autoclavable
• Natural white color

Dual position aspirating cap for culture tubes. Cap includes plug position and open aspirating position.
 

SuperClear™ Culture Tubes and Caps

• Ultra-clear resin
• Colored tubes available
• Medical grade (U.S.P.) packaging
• Thicker walls will not crush

These precision-molded, conical and round bottom tubes are perfect for a multitude of general laboratory uses. Precision crafted of extra clear virgin polypropylene in natural and colors or clear virgin polystyrene. Tube caps are made of low-density polyethylene for a secure seal and are available in a fluted plug style or dual position design that permits sample aspiration.

Polypropylene tubes are autoclavable to 122°C and freezable to -80°C. Polystyrene tubes are not autoclavable but have a nominal temperature range between 90°C and -40°C. Polyethylene caps are not autoclavable but are available pre-sterilized with many of the tube packages.

Polypropylene tubes can be centrifuged to 3000 RCF and polystyrene tubes will withstand 1500 RCF. (RCF; Relative Centrifugal Force, is not equivalent to RPM)
 

110158 & 110178 | 17 x 100 mm Plastic Tubes with Dual Position Snap Cap

These plastic culture tubes are produced in polystyrene (PS) or polypropylene (PP). The polystyrene tubes can withstand 1500 RPM during centrifugation. polypropylene tubes can withstand 3000 RPM and are autoclavable and freezable. Tubes with dual position snap caps (LDPE) provide either aerobic or anaerobic storage of samples. Note - Leave the dual position snap cap in the loose position for aerobic work and in the sealed position for anaerobic cultures.

110414, 110415 & 110440 | 12 x 75 mm Plastic Tubes

These plastic culture tubes are produced in polystyrene (PS) or polypropylene (PP). The polystyrene tubes can withstand 1500 RPM during centrifugation. polypropylene tubes can withstand 3000 RPM and are autoclavable and freezable. Tubes with dual position snap caps (LDPE) provide either aerobic or anaerobic storage of samples. Note - Leave the dual position snap cap in the loose position for aerobic work and in the sealed position for anaerobic cultures.

118115C | Universal Caps, Fits most 12 mm, 13 mm, & 16 mm Tubes

Guard samples against cross-contamination and laboratory work areas against infection and spillage with these universal snap caps. Precision molded from low-density polyethylene and designed to fit firmly on the tube. Closures are very sturdy under most rigorous procedures, including centrifugation.
These polyethylene (PE) universal caps are designed for easy-on and easy-off use. Cap removal is simple and quick. Universal caps are ideal for recapping most 12 mm, 13 mm and 16 mm evacuated glass blood collection tubes. Flexible closures protect from aerosols of highly infectious microorganisms. Not suitable for autoclaving.

118139 Series | Plug Stoppers for 12 mm Tubes

Polyethylene (PE) plug for 12 mm tubes and are available in a selection of colors for sample identification.

6263C | Plug Stoppers for 15 mL Centrifuge Tubes

Plug caps for 15 mL centrifuge tubes and are suitable for use with centrifuge tubes with a 17 mm diameter.

Being produced from polyethylene, they are flexible and provide better leak resistance than standard caps.

Globe Scientific Culture Tubes

• Tubes can be used for tissue culture and blood banks.
• Made from superior quality borosilicate glass to reduce pH changes and contaminants that are potentially leached from tubes made from soda lime glass.
• Tubes feature well-rounded bottoms and smooth fire-polished rims.
• Tubes are chemically inert.
• Produced in an ISO 9001:2008 certified factory.

Round Bottom Snap Cap Tubes

Stop fumbling with caps for your tubes!

MTC Bio’s new round bottom snap cap culture/centrifuge tubes adopt the conveniences of popular 1.5mL microcentrifuge tubes in higher capacities of 5 mL, 7 mL, and 10 mL. Prevent a common source of cross-contamination in the lab by completely eliminating the threat of mismatched caps.

These durable, polypropylene tubes are supplied sterile and are autoclavable. All tubes feature molded graduations and the 5 and 7mL tubes have frosted marking areas. Tubes are packed in easy-to-open sterile bags of 100.

• Microtube convenience in larger capacities
• Attached caps seal at the rim with a “click”
• Sterile, easy-open bags of 100 tubes
• Molded graduations and frosted marking area

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