Thermo Nalgene High-Speed Polycarbonate Round Bottom Centrifuge Tubes, 50 mL

Thermo Nalgene High-Speed Polycarbonate Round Bottom Centrifuge Tubes, 50 mL are precision-engineered for high-speed centrifugation in research and industrial laboratories. Constructed from tough, transparent polycarbonate, these tubes offer outstanding strength and chemical resistance while maintaining excellent clarity for sample observation. Suitable for both refrigerated and ambient centrifuges, they can withstand forces up to 50,000 × g and temperature ranges from −135 °C to +135 °C. The round-bottom design ensures balanced sample separation, and optional friction-fit closures (Type DS3111) provide secure sealing during operation.

Key Features:

• Brand: Thermo Nalgene
• Capacity: 50 mL
• Material: Polycarbonate (PC)
• Design: Round-bottom for optimal centrifugation performance
• Transparency: Clear construction for easy sample visibility
• Temperature Range: −135 °C to +135 °C
• Maximum Speed: Up to 50,000 × g RCF
• Autoclavable: Yes, suitable for repeated sterilisation
• Application: Designed for high-speed, refrigerated, or ambient centrifugation

Note: Supplied without closures. Please order friction-fit closures Type DS3111 separately.

The Thermo Nalgene High-Speed Polycarbonate Round Bottom Centrifuge Tubes 50 mL combine exceptional strength, chemical resistance, and clarity—making them the perfect choice for demanding, high-speed centrifugation applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the Thermo Nalgene High-Speed Polycarbonate Round Bottom Centrifuge Tubes, 50 mL used for?

it are precision-engineered for high-speed centrifugation in research and industrial laboratories. Constructed from tough, transparent polycarbonate, these tubes offer outstanding strength and chemical resistance while maintaining excellent clarity for sample observation. Suitable for both refrigerated and ambient centrifuges, they can withstand forces up to 50,000 × g and temperature ranges from −135 °C to +135 °C. The round-bottom design ensures balanced sample separation, and optional friction-fit closures (Type DS3111) provide secure sealing during operation.

2. Is the Thermo Nalgene High-Speed Polycarbonate Round Bottom Centrifuge Tubes, 50 mL suitable for high-speed, refrigerated, or ambient centrifugation?

Yes. It is designed for high-speed, refrigerated, or ambient centrifugation, and offers a capacity of 50 mL and a maximum speed of up to 50,000 × g RCF to support this kind of work.

3. What capacity and maximum speed does the Thermo Nalgene High-Speed Polycarbonate Round Bottom Centrifuge Tubes, 50 mL have?

It has a capacity of 50 mL and a maximum speed of up to 50,000 × g RCF, and is supplied under manufacturer part number 3117-9500.

4. What is the Thermo Nalgene High-Speed Polycarbonate Round Bottom Centrifuge Tubes, 50 mL made from and what features does it include?

It is made from polycarbonate (PC). It also offers round-bottom for optimal centrifugation performance, clear construction for easy sample visibility and −135 °C to +135 °C.

5. How does the Thermo Nalgene High-Speed Polycarbonate Round Bottom Centrifuge Tubes, 50 mL compare with the BRAND Centrifuge Tubes 50mL 35x99mm PC Straight Rim Round Bottom Graduated Division 1mL Clear (Pack of 10) from BRAND?

For high-speed, refrigerated, or ambient centrifugation, the Thermo Scientific model is the better choice, offering a capacity of 50 mL and a maximum speed of up to 50,000 × g RCF. The BRAND model offers a capacity of 50mL and dimensions of 35x99mm as an alternative, while the Thermo Scientific model's round-bottom for optimal centrifugation performance and clear construction for easy sample visibility help make it a strong fit for high-speed, refrigerated, or ambient centrifugation.