Glass and Plastic Multi-Purpose Test Tubes

Multi-purpose test tubes and accessories are essential tools for the laboratory, offering suitability for various applications, including handling, storage, and analysis. At Thomas Scientific, we have a range of test tube lab equipment, including micro test tubes, sterile test tubes, and pyrex glass test tubes for a range of lab applications. Multi-purpose test tubes and accessories offer flexibility and convenience in laboratory operations. Their versatility makes them indispensable tools in various scientific fields, including molecular biology, biochemistry, microbiology, and clinical diagnostics. By choosing high-quality multi-purpose test tubes and accessories, you can ensure reliable sample handling, storage, and analysis in your laboratory.

Other related product ranges available at Thomas Scientific - test tube racks and caps.

Glass and Plastic Multi-Purpose Test Tubes

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  • Screw Cap Test Tubes

    Globe Scientific

    These multipurpose screw cap test tubes are offered in convenient sizes to suit a variety of applications. The screw caps are designed to be leak-tight allowing the tubes to be used for storage or transport.

  • Mylar-Clad Hematocrit Tubes

    Designed for safety Available in standard red or blue tip Tubes are wrapped in multiple layers of clear Mylar plastic to help avoid accidental breakage. The Mylar wrap helps to contain the sample if the tube fractures, inside or outside the centrifuge. Chance of contamination due to glass fragments...

  • Identi-Plugs®

    Foam plugs for all size test tubes and laboratory flasks Identi-Plugs® are for use with test tubes and flasks. They are reusable and leave no clinging fibers like cotton plugs. They provide a snug fit, yet permit free air flow. Plugs are ideal for use with Drosophila vials. They spring back to...

  • Borosilicate Glass Culture Tubes

    Globe Scientific is pleased to offer these premium quality borosilicate glass tubes. The tubes provide excellent chemical resistance and durability. They feature well-rounded bottoms and smooth, fire-polished rims. Dimensional specifications are rigidly controlled for reliable, uniform results. The...

  • Falcon® Round Bottom Polystyrene Tubes

    Widely used and referenced in laboratory protocols      Dual position snap-cap prevents sample loss with ease of handling      Sterile, nonpyrogenicity tested to less than 0.1 EU/mL (Cat. No. 352008 nonsterile)   The foundation for consistent research...

  • False Bottom Tubes for Automation

    Globe Scientific's false bottom tubes are designed for use as a secondary tube for barcoding on automated analyzers. Popular analyzers include Hitachi®, Olympus®, Corning®, Ortho®, Kodak®, Beckman®, IA®, Tosoh®, Vitros® and more.

  • Test Tubes, 12ml, Rimless,  4" Tall, 0.6" Dia., PK/48

    INDUSTRIAL QUALITY || 12ml (0.4oz) Test Tubes made of high quality, heavy duty, Borosilicate 3.3 glass THIN WALL || Uniform wall thickness of 1mm provides excellent thermal shock resistance RIMLESS || Flat, fire polished rims make these tubes ideal for culture testing THERMAL SHOCK RESISTANT ||...

  • Lysing Matrix Tubes A, 2mL Tubes

    * Tube contains garnet matrix and one 1/4" ceramic sphere * Used to grind animal and plant tissues, insects, nematodes and lyse bacteria, yeast, fungi, algae * For use on MP Bio FastPrep instruments or any bead beater Lysing Matrix A 2 mL tube from MP Bio contains garnet matrix and one...

  • F/B Canister Comp,38X250mm

    Manufactured from Type 1 Class A Borosilicate Glass. Bottom pad prevents chipping and breaking of pipette tips. All components can and will withstand repeated dry or steam heat serialization. No stainless steel closure included. Specifications: Material: Type 1 Class A Borosilicate Glass Dimensions:...

  • Stool Nucleic Acid Collection and Preservation System (50)

    Complete, user-friendly system to collect, preserve and transport stool samples Each clamshell contains nitrile gloves, alcohol swabs, Fe-Col® Collection Paper, and Norgen's Stool Nucleic Acid Collection and Preservation Tube containing Norgen's Stool Preservative The preservative provides sample...

  • S/Cap Cult Tube Comp,16x150mm Bulk-Pack - No logo

    Manufactured from Type 1 Class A Borosilicate Glass. Includes long skirted black phenolic screw cap with white rubber liner. Specifications: Type 1 Class A Borosilicate Glass Screw Cap Included Size: 16 X 150mm Case Quantity: 1000

  • ValueWare® Filtering Tubes with Rim, Test

    Manufactured from KIMAX™ borosilicate glass, ValueWare has a low coefficient of expansion and a very high resistance to chemical attack. This means optimal performance in the lab at an affordable price. Long life expectancy, resistant to most chemicals. Ideal for general laboratory use....

  • SS Test tube rack, for 50 test tubes, 15/16 or 16/17 mm, diameter, to +100 °C (requires 8970369)

    Ideal for laboratories that require efficient organization and heat resilient equipment, this stainless steel test tube rack accommodates 50 test tubes. Designed to hold test tubes with a diameter of 15/16 or 16/17 mm, it ensures secure and organized placement. With a temperature tolerance up to...

  • 50 mL Centrifuge Tubes with Caps

    50 mL centrifuge tubes are ideal for general purpose laboratory work.  These tubes are especially useful as a 95kPa certified leak-proof primary container in shipping infectious specimens. The 50 mL tube with spork is also widely used in parasitology specimen transport.  Polypropylene...

  • Sample Tubes & Cleanettes

    Precision Systems

    The Precision Systems sample tubes & cleanettes are suitable for use in research facilities and chemical laboratories to conduct wide range of experiments. They are made of high quality material which ensures long lasting usage.

  • Transport Tubes with O-Ring

    Transport tubes, sometimes called mailing tubes, are used in multiple sectors of the laboratory market, including medical, hospital, environmental, independent testing, food testing, and biological research labs. Used to store, transport or freeze samples, these tubes come in both 5mL (16 x 60mm)...

  • Autoblot Tube,35x100mm

    Manufactured from medium wall Borosilicate Glass Type 1 Class A, with permanent graduations designed for DNA/RNA protocols. Includes high temperature red PBT cap with PTFE faced silicone liner. Replacement cap 5639-90045 Specifications: Type 1 Class A Borosilicate Glass Sizes: 35x100mm 35x150mm...

  • Test Tubes 10x75mm 4mL

    Non-sterile, precision molded, round bottom test tubes for general purpose laboratory work. Polystyrene tubes provide clarity and are appropriate for use with mild acidic (except oxidizing acids) or alkali solutions, alcohols (except higher alcohols) and salt. Polypropylene tubes are more chemically...

  • Disp Culture Tube,25X100mm No Logo

    Manufactured from Type 1 Class A Borosilicate Glass. Accepts Bellco stainless steel closures and KAPUT closures Specifications: Flint Glass #2 Wall Weight Type 1 Class A Borosilicate Glass Sizes: 25x100mm 25x250mm 25x200mm Closure Size: 25mm Case Quantity: 144

  • Sterile Test Tubes w/SC

    Sterile culture tubes are precision molded from premium-grade, chemically inert plastic materials: polystyrene (PS) for clarity and nearly-transparent polypropylene (PP) for toughness and chemical resistance. Screw-caps have built-in sealing rings to provide leak-proof closures. All tubes are...

  • Liquid Phase Immunoassay Tubes

    Thermo Scientific Nunc

    MiniSorp surface Molded from special polyethylene formulation For liquid phase immunoasssays, including RIA, for storing of reagents, or collecting chromatographic fractions Mini-Sorp™ is a polyethylene-based material that provides a low-binding surface.

  • Conical Bottom Microcentrifuge

    Suitable for laboratory centrifuge applications and the separation of substances. Micro-centrifuge tubes accommodate smaller volumes of samples. Tubes featured a tethered cap for quick and easy closure. Caplugs Evergreen microcentrifuge tubes are precision molded in the USA. Molded-in tethered cap...

  • Chemware PFA Test Tubes

    For trace metal analysis Inert, non-contaminating Low metal ion content Teflon ® PFA resin Transparent tubes can withstand temperatures up to 500°F (260°C). Tubes do not include caps.

  • TC Treated 8-Well Strips

    Flat bottom 8-well strips feature raised rims on each well to minimize cross-contamination. Frames are constructed of a special formulation of engineering plastics for dimensional stability and strength. The frames have alpha-numeric well designations to provide quick sample location. Our 8-well...

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What is a Nessler tube used for?

Researchers use Nessler tubes to visually compare and analyze liquid samples, particularly in colorimetric tests. The tubes are commonly employed in water quality testing to determine concentrations or to compare the color intensity of samples against a standard solution.

What is the difference between a Nessler cylinder and a measuring cylinder?

The primary difference between a Nessler cylinder and a measuring cylinder lies in their design and purpose. A Nessler cylinder is designed explicitly for colorimetric analysis, in which the color intensity of a liquid sample is visually compared to a standard.
It is typically a tall, narrow glass cylinder with uniform dimensions, which ensures consistent light passage through the liquid and improves accuracy in color observation.
On the other hand, a measuring cylinder measures and dispenses liquid volumes. It is wider than a Nessler cylinder and has graduated markings along its length for precise volume readings. A measuring cylinder is less suitable for optical comparisons but ideal for general laboratory use in measuring and mixing liquids.