Fisherbrand Racked Plug Seal Cap 15ml Centrifuge Tubes (Pack of 500)
Centrifuge tubes are lab essentials required for containing liquids during centrifugation, therefore the quality of the tubes required for this procedure is paramount. The Fisherbrand Racked Plug Seal Cap 15ml Centrifuge Tubes (Pack of 500) are made of chemical resistant polypropylene to allow for effective containment of hazardous substances, and also feature plug seal caps that ensure a liquid and gas cannot escape.
What's Included?
- 500 x Centrifuge Tubes
- 10 x Centrifuge Tube Racks
Please Note: This pack of 500 is provided as 10 packs of 50 centrifuge tubes. Each centrifuge tube rack stores 50 centrifuge tubes.
Technical Specifications
These centrifuge tubes have the following specifications:
- Type: Centrifuge Tube
- Material: Polypropylene
- Shape: Conical
- Capacity: 15ml
- Length: 119mm
- Diameter (Metric) Outside: 17mm
- Graduations: 0.5ml subdivisions from 2ml to 14.5ml
- Max Force: 12,000 x g
- Closure Type: Plug Seal
- Sterility: Sterile
- Tolerance: The recommended working temperature range for polypropylene and PET is the same (0-40°)
- Packaging: Racked
Key Features
The Fisherbrand Centrifuge tubes have a number of key features:
- Non-pyrogenic for enhanced safety, reducing risk of illness
- Racked design allows for safe, convenient and easy storage
- Flat cap style allows for controlled airflow throughout samples
- Conical bottoms for complete draining of materials and liquids
- Large labelling area for complete clarity during experiments
- Black graduations and white marking area ensure clear readings
- Graduated in 0.5ml subdivisions from 2ml to 14.5ml for exact measurements
- Sterile design eliminates risk of cross contamination and inaccuracy
Do the Fisherbrand Polypropylene Centrifuge Tubes Include Tube Racks?
Yes, for convenience these Fisherbrand plug seal cap 15ml centrifuge tubes come packaged with centrifuge tubes racks. The rack is made of polystyrene for a lightweight, easy-to-use storage solution.
Plug Seal Cap Centrifuge Tubes
The centrifuge tubes come with a plug seal cap. This creates an air-tight seal for use with liquids and gases.
What Can the Fisherbrand Plug Seal Cap 15ml Centrifuge Tubes be Used For?
Centrifuge tubes have a wide range of applications. The Fisherbrand centrifuge tubes are ideal for:
- Increasing longevity of research equipment
- Blood work and other medical samples
- Sample processing and removal of contamination
Are These Centrifuge Tubes Sterile?
Yes, these centrifuge tubes are gamma-irradiation sterilised. This makes them impeccable for a wide range of uses, ensuring completely accurate results.
Polypropylene Centrifuge Tubes
These centrifuge tubes are made entirely out of polypropylene. This type of plastic has various benefits important for their applications:
- Strong and sturdy, resisting any tears or rips which compromise hygiene
- Moisture resistant, ideal for using with liquids and substances
- Good chemical resistance for use with acidic or alkaline substances
- Fatigue resistant for use with heavy or sharp substances requiring analysis
Learn More
To learn more about Fisherbrand Conical Centrifuge Tubes, Cell Strainers, Plasticware and Glassware, please see the following documents:
