50mL Centrifuge Tube

A 50 mL centrifuge tube is a laboratory container designed for the separation and processing of biological samples, chemicals, or other substances through centrifugation. It typically has a conical or round bottom and a capacity of 50 milliliters (mL). These tubes are commonly made from materials like polypropylene or polyethylene and are designed to withstand high-speed centrifugation.
Key features of a 50 mL centrifuge tube may include:
Volume: 50 mL capacity, which allows for the separation and concentration of larger sample volumes compared to smaller tubes.
Graduations: Many centrifuge tubes have volume graduations marked on the side to assist in measuring and tracking sample volumes.
Material: They are typically made from materials that are chemically resistant and can withstand various temperature and centrifugation conditions.
Cap or Closure: These tubes often come with screw caps or other types of closures to seal the tube and prevent sample spillage or contamination.
Conical or Round Bottom: Some 50 mL centrifuge tubes have a conical bottom, which is useful for pelleting and separating substances during centrifugation.
Sterility: Some tubes are available in sterile versions for use in microbiological and cell culture applications.
Clear or Opaque: They can be clear or opaque, depending on the specific application. Clear tubes allow for easy visual inspection of the sample, while opaque tubes protect light-sensitive samples.
50 mL centrifuge tubes are commonly used in various laboratory procedures, such as sample preparation, DNA and RNA extraction, cell culture, and protein purification. They are an essential tool for scientists and researchers working in fields like molecular biology, biochemistry, and clinical diagnostics.

Centrifugation

Sample storage