Centrifuge tubes

Introduction to Centrifuge tubes

Centrifuge tubes are specialized labware used to contain and separate liquid samples under centrifugal force in laboratories. They are widely used in cell biology, immunology, microbiology, and molecular biology for precipitating pellets, collecting supernatants, or separating biological components.

When selecting centrifuge tubes, users should consider the material of construction, such as PP, PS, PE, or borosilicate glass 3.3; bottom design (conical, round, or flat); and volume ranges from 0.2ml PCR tubes, 0.5ml to 2ml Eppendorf tubes, up to 15ml, 50ml, and 100ml centrifuge tubes. In addition, graduations, screw caps or snap caps, sterility levels, and rotor RCF tolerance are also important criteria. Hoa Viet currently distributes centrifuge tubes from Aptaca (Italy), Assistent (Germany), Jet Biofil (China), and Kimble-DWK (USA).

How to choose the right centrifuge tube for your experiment?

Users need to determine the sample volume to be processed (such as 0.2ml, 1.5ml, 15ml, or 50ml), chemical-compatible materials (plastic or glass), and conical, round, or flat bottom shapes compatible with the centrifuge rotor. In addition, consider whether the sample requires sterility to ensure analytical accuracy.

Are PP plastic centrifuge tubes autoclavable?

Many polypropylene (PP) plastic centrifuge tube lines, such as Aptaca products, are autoclavable at +121 °C. Users should check the technical specifications of each product before autoclaving to avoid deforming the cap and tube body.

What are borosilicate 3.3 glass centrifuge tubes typically used for?

Borosilicate 3.3 glass centrifuge tubes offer high chemical resistance and inertness, making them suitable for analytical applications requiring exposure to organic solvents or high temperatures. These tubes typically feature clear graduations with conical or round bottoms for easy observation and volume quantification.

Which brands of centrifuge tubes does Hoa Viet supply?

Hoa Viet supplies a full range of glass centrifuge tubes, plastic centrifuge tubes, eppendorf tubes, and PCR tubes from Aptaca (Italy), Assistent (Germany), Jet Biofil (China), and Kimble-DWK (USA). Please contact Hoa Viet directly for technical advice and to Request a quote.