Centrifuge Tubes
Centrifuge tubes are essential for sample processing, storage, and separation in research, clinical, and laboratory workflows. Available in a wide range of volumes from 0.2 mL to 50 mL, these tubes are commonly used for centrifugation, sample preparation, and liquid handling applications. Manufactured from high-quality polypropylene, centrifuge tubes offer excellent chemical resistance, durability, and clarity for reliable performance. Designed to withstand high centrifugal forces, these tubes provide secure sealing and consistent results across a variety of laboratory applications.
Selecting Centrifuge Tubes for Your Workflow
Choosing the right centrifuge tube is critical for ensuring sample integrity, compatibility with your equipment, and reliable performance during centrifugation.
Volume range:
Centrifuge tubes are available from 0.2 mL microcentrifuge tubes to 15 mL and 50 mL conical tubes, supporting a wide range of laboratory applications.
Material:
Polypropylene construction provides chemical resistance, durability, and the ability to withstand high-speed centrifugation.
Sterility:
Sterile centrifuge tubes are recommended for clinical, molecular biology, and microbiology applications where contamination must be minimized.
Cap design:
Secure screw caps or snap caps help prevent leakage and sample loss during centrifugation and storage.
Conical vs. flat bottom:
Conical tubes are ideal for pellet formation and sample separation, while flat-bottom tubes are used for storage and certain processing applications.
Graduations and labeling:
Clear volume markings and writable surfaces support accurate measurement and sample identification.
Compatibility:
Ensure tubes are compatible with your centrifuge rotor, racks, and laboratory equipment.
For most laboratory workflows, maintaining a selection of 15 mL and 50 mL conical centrifuge tubes along with smaller microcentrifuge tubes provides flexibility for sample processing, storage, and analysis.
If you need help selecting the right centrifuge tube size or configuration for your application, contact our team — we’re happy to assist.