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Thermo Scientific™ Snap Cap Low Retention Microcentrifuge Tubes
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Specifications:
| Application | molecular biology |
| Material | Polypropylene |
| Max RCF | 30,000 x g |
| Product Type | Sample Tubes |
| Product Brand | Thermo Fisher Scientific™ |
| Product Grade | Molecular Biology |
The Thermo Scientific™ Snap Cap Low Retention Microcentrifuge Tubes provide superior sample recovery, contamination control, and secure sealing for high-precision laboratory workflows. Designed to minimize surface binding, these tubes significantly reduce sample loss, making them ideal for handling viscous liquids and costly reagents without the risk of contamination from coatings or plastic additives.
Available in 0.6 mL, 1.5 mL, and 2.0 mL capacities, these tubes feature a secure duckbill snap cap that ensures tight closure during centrifugation while allowing easy one-handed opening. With sterile and non-sterile options, as well as various color and packaging choices, these tubes support sample integrity in a wide range of research, clinical, and industrial applications.
Key Features & Benefits
1. Superior Sample Recovery & Low Retention
- Minimizes sample loss by reducing surface binding, improving assay accuracy.
- No coatings or embedded additives, ensuring pure and uncontaminated sample handling.
- Ideal for viscous liquids and sensitive reagents used in molecular biology and biochemical assays.
2. Secure, User-Friendly Snap Cap Design
- Duckbill snap cap design reduces opening pressure while maintaining secure closure.
- Opens easily with one hand while staying sealed during high-speed centrifugation.
- Ensures leak-proof performance for sample transport and processing.
3. Versatile Applications & Durability
- Available in 0.6 mL, 1.5 mL, and 2.0 mL sizes to accommodate various laboratory workflows.
- Withstands centrifugation up to 26,000 x g, ensuring structural integrity.
- Manufactured from virgin polypropylene, making them suitable for boiling, freezing, and high-speed centrifugation.
4. Stringent Contamination Control & Color Options
- Sterile tubes are certified free of RNase, DNase, DNA, ATP, bioburden, and endotoxins.
- Non-sterile tubes are certified free of RNase, DNase, DNA, and pyrogens.
- Available in natural, amber (for light-sensitive samples), red, blue, green, yellow, and violet.
- Various packaging options including individual wrapping for sterility control.
Specifications
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Thermo Scientific™ |
| Tube Material | Virgin Polypropylene |
| Capacity Options | 0.6 mL, 1.5 mL, 2.0 mL |
| Retention Properties | Low retention (no coatings or additives) |
| Cap Type | Duckbill Snap Cap (flat) |
| Color Options | Natural, Amber, Red, Blue, Green, Yellow, Violet |
| Sterility | Sterile & Non-Sterile Options Available |
| Max. Centrifugation Force (RCF) | 26,000 x g |
| Graduated | Yes |
| Certifications | Free of RNase, DNase, Pyrogen, Bioburden, ATP, PCR Inhibitors, Endotoxin, DNA |
Available Variants & Ordering Information
| Catalog Number | Sterility | Capacity (Metric) | Unit Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3451 | Sterile | 1.5 mL | Case of 5000 |
| 3453 | Sterile | 2 mL | Case of 5000 |
| 3453PK | Sterile | 2 mL | Pack of 500 |
| 3434 | Non-Sterile | 2 mL | Case of 5000 |
| 3434PK | Non-Sterile | 2 mL | Pack of 500 |
| 3451PK | Sterile | 1.5 mL | Pack of 500 |
| 3446 | Non-Sterile | 0.6 mL | Case of 10,000 |
| 3446PK | Non-Sterile | 0.6 mL | Pack of 1000 |
| 3449 | Sterile | 0.6 mL | Case of 10,000 |
| 3449PK | Sterile | 0.6 mL | Pack of 1000 |
Use Cases & Applications
1. Molecular Biology & Genomics Research
- Ideal for PCR, qPCR, and NGS sample preparation.
- Prevents loss of low-volume and sensitive reagents, improving assay efficiency.
- Amber-colored tubes protect light-sensitive samples like fluorophores and nucleic acids.
2. Clinical & Diagnostic Laboratories
- Used for biological sample storage and centrifugation.
- Ensures contamination-free processing of patient samples.
- Supports enzyme reactions, protein extractions, and buffer preparations.
3. Pharmaceutical & Biotech Applications
- Suitable for high-throughput screening and compound storage.
- Provides reliable sample containment for stability studies and drug formulations.
- Supports assay development and molecular diagnostics workflows.
4. General Laboratory & Industrial Use
- Designed for routine centrifugation and short-term sample storage.
- Ensures secure containment of chemicals, reagents, and biological specimens.
- Compatible with automated liquid handling systems for large-scale sample processing.
The Thermo Scientific™ Snap Cap Low Retention Microcentrifuge Tubes provide high-performance sample containment and recovery for molecular biology, clinical, and industrial applications. Featuring a low retention design, secure duckbill snap cap, and contamination-free construction, these tubes ensure maximum assay precision, reliable centrifugation, and long-term sample stability.
- Size & Description: 0.6 mL, Non-sterile, 1000/PK 0.6 mL, Non-sterile, 10000/Case 0.6 mL, Sterile, 10000/Case 1.5 mL, Sterile, 5000/Case 1.5 mL, Sterile, 500/PK 0.6 mL, Sterile, 1000/PK 2 mL, Non-Sterile, 5000/Case 2 mL, Non-Sterile, 500/PK 2 mL, Sterile, 5000/Case 2 mL, Sterile, 500/PK