Fisherbrand Conical Polypropylene 50ml Centrifuge Tubes (Pack of 500 with Extra Racks)

Packaged with two extra styrofoam racks, the Fisherbrand Conical Polypropylene 50ml Centrifuge Tubes (Pack of 500 with Extra Racks) ensure the safe storage of hazardous substances that need to be analysed. Featuring imprinted clear black graduations in 5ml increments, these centrifuge tubes also guarantee accurate readings.

What's Included?

• 500 x Centrifuge Tubes
• 2 x Centrifuge Tube Racks

Please Note: This pack of 500 comes as 10 packs of 50 centrifuge tubes.

Technical Specifications

These centrifuge tubes have the following specifications:

• Type: Centrifuge Tube
• Capacity: 50ml
• Includes: Packaged with two extra styrofoam racks
• Packaging: Bulk
• Sterility: Sterile
• Graduations: 5ml
• Length: 115mm
• Material: Polypropylene
• Tolerance: the recommended working temperature range of polypropylene and PET is the same (0-40°)
• Outside Diameter: 28mm
• Shape: Conical
• Max Force: 15,000 x g
• Closure Type: Plug Seal

Racked Centrifuge Tubes

These centrifuge tubes come in a racked design. The rack is made of polystyrene for a lightweight, easy-to-use storage solution.

Flat Cap or Plug Seal Cap?

The centrifuge tubes come with a plug seal cap. This creates an air-tight seal for use with liquids and gases.

Use of Polypropylene Centrifuge Tubes

Centrifuge tubes have a wide range of applications. The Fisherbrand polypropylene centrifuge tubes are ideal for:

• Increasing longevity of research equipment
• Blood work and other medical samples
• Sample processing and removal of contamination

Sterility

These centrifuge tubes are gamma-irradiation sterilised. This makes them impeccable for a wide range of uses, ensuring completely accurate results.

Key Features 

The Fisherbrand Centrifuge tubes have a number of key features:

• Non-pyrogenic for enhanced safety, reducing risk of illness 
• Includes two racks for easy, lightweight and convenient storage
• 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 5ml subdivisions from 5ml to 50ml for exact measurements
• Sterile design eliminates risk of cross contamination and inaccuracy

Materials

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