Vials, Microcentrifuge Tubes, Cups,
Conical Centrifuge Tubes, Mini Vials,
Microcentrifuge Tube Racks, Storage Systems

Specimen Preparation Laboratory Supplies




polyethylene vials

PELCO® Mini Vials

excellent seal with captive closure, good for storing electron microscopy grids, specimens, etc.

One piece molded polyethylene vials to store non-volatile liquids or solids. Moisture proof.

The smallest vial (#21441, see cross section) holds one EM grid and has a rounded bottom to prevent grid from laying flat.

microcentrifuge tube holder

PELCO® Microwave Microcentrifuge Tube Holders

Made from PTFE, the holder for microcentrifuge tubes is designed to hold 18 conventional 2ml polyethylene microcentrifuge tubes. Tubes shown not included.

These tube holders may be used in a water bath or on the PELCO ColdSpot® Pro during processing.

macro tube holder

PELCO® Microwave Macrocentrifuge Tube Holders

The PTFE holder for 5ml macrocentrifuge tubes will hold 12 tubes. Tubes shown not included.

These tube holders may be used in a water bath or on the PELCO ColdSpot® Pro during processing.

Floating Tube Rack for Microcentrifuge Tubes 16-well - 102mm2 (left)
20-well - Ø98mm (right)

Floating Microcentrifuge Tube Racks

The Floating Tube Rack provides versatility in specimen handling which can be a valuable resource for any pathology and research laboratory. The rack is composed of polypropylene and allows the submersion of the sample tubes to assist in temperature regulation. The legs of the rack are detachable, offering versatility in use on the bench or submerged. The Floating Tube Rack has the capacity to hold 20 (round) and 16 (square) microcentrifuge tubes (1.5 – 2.0ml). The unique locking tabs keep the tubes secure while immersed. The microcentrifuge tubes can be easily removed by pushing the rack down onto the bench top surface.

  • Polypropylene, microwave transparent
  • Detachable legs
  • Locking tab for tube security
  • Two styles / capacities

microcentrifuge tubes

1.5ml Microcentrifuge Tubes, Clear

The 1.5ml microcentrifuge tubes are manufactured from polypropylene and able to be autoclaved. These tubes are also microwave transparent. The tubes feature a frosted label area for sample identification and volume graduations of 0.1, 0.5, 1.0 and 1.5ml. The microcentrifuge tubes have a snap cap for secure closure but are also syringe pierceable. These microcentrifuge tubes offer convenience and versatility for various utilizations in histology, immunology and scientific research.

Use with #1059-series Mini Centrifuges

black 1.5ml Microcentrifuge Tubes

1.5ml & NEW 5ml Centrifuge Tubes, Black

The 1.5ml and 5ml centrifuge tubes are composed of polypropylene and are completely autoclavable as well as microwave transparent. The opaque black provides protection for light sensitive samples. These tubes offer a frosted label area for writing or moisture resistant labels. The tubes contain volume graduations of 0.1, 0.5, 1.0 and 1.5mls. The tight-fitting snap cap offers convenience and safety in storage as well as a syringe-pierceable alternative. These tubes provide versatility and convenience in many facets of histology, immunology and scientific research.

Use 1.5 ml Microcentrifuge Tubes with #1059-series Mini Centrifuge.
Use 5ml Macrocentrifuge Tubes with #1062 MagFuge® Centrifuge.

1.5ml microcentrifuge tubes, colored

1.5ml Microcentrifuge Tubes, Assorted Colors

These 1.5 ml microcentrifuge tubes in assorted colors consist of polypropylene, are microwave transparent and autoclavable. The frosted label provides are for specimen identification. The tubes are labeled in graduated volumes of 0.1, 0.5, 1.0 and 1.5 ml. The tight-fitting snap cap offers secure closure and syringe insertion ability. The assorted colors of the 1.5 ml microcentrifuge tubes provide assistance in organization and reference for multiple samples. These tubes offer versatility in specimen handling in histology, immunology and scientific research.

Use with #1059-series Mini Centrifuges

5ml Snap Cap Macrocentrifuge Tubes, Assorted Colors

  • Provides convenience of 1.5 ml microcentrifuge tubes in a tube that holds larger volumes
  • Attached Snap Cap
  • Pierceable cap for needle or syringe
  • Dual graduation scales in increments of 0.5ml and 0.2ml
  • Temperature range of -86°C to +80°C
  • Seven colors available: natural, amber, blue, black, green, red, yellow, assorted
  • Polypropylene (PP)