Product Description
Cut washing time and cross-contamination risk with single-use tubes. These plain disposable tubes are a cost-effective choice for clinical, research and teaching labs handling large sample volumes. Disposable tubes also save labor otherwise spent on washing glassware. They are packed in bulk cases of 1000.
This listing is for Kimble catalog number 51017-200: Plain Disposable Polypropylene Tube, 17 x 95 mm, 15 mL, Case of 1,000. They are molded from virgin polystyrene or polypropylene. Clear polystyrene tubes are rated to 1400 RCF and suit aqueous solutions, mild bases and weak acids. Polypropylene tubes handle up to 3000 RCF, tolerate most common acids, solvents and alkalis at room temperature, and can be autoclaved at 120 C for 15 minutes. Sizes run from 12 x 75 to 17 x 100 mm. LIGHT LABS ships genuine DWK Life Sciences products with knowledgeable support from our Englewood, Colorado team.
Key Features
- Two resins – Clear polystyrene or chemically resistant polypropylene.
- Centrifuge rated – Up to 1400 RCF (PS) or 3000 RCF (PP).
- Autoclavable PP – Polypropylene tolerates 120 C for 15 minutes.
- Virgin resin – Consistent quality without regrind.
- Bulk cases – 1000 tubes per case.
Specifications
| Catalog Number | 51017-200 |
| Brand | Kimble (DWK Life Sciences) |
| Description | Plain Disposable Polypropylene Tube, 17 x 95 mm, 15 mL |
| Sold As | Case of 1,000 |
| Material | Virgin polystyrene or polypropylene |
| Max RCF | 1400 (PS); 3000 (PP) |
| Autoclavable | Polypropylene only, 120 C for 15 min |
Available Options
- 51012-100 – Plain Disposable Polystyrene Tube, 12 x 75 mm, 6 mL, Case of 1,000
- 51012-200 – Plain Disposable Polypropylene Tube, 12 x 75 mm, 6 mL, Case of 1,000
- 51013-100 – Plain Disposable Polystyrene Tube, 13 x 100 mm, 10 mL, Case of 1,000
- 51017-100 – Plain Disposable Polystyrene Tube, 17 x 100 mm, 17mL, Case of 1,000
Applications
- Clinical sample handling
- Immunoassays
- Culture work
- General sample storage
