{"product_id":"214-3420-n80-conical-microcentrifuge-tethered-thin","title":"Microcentrifuge Tubes, 0.5 mL Graduated Conical, Polypropylene Copolymer (PPC), Tethered Cap, Amber, 1000\/Bag | Caplugs® Evergreen","description":"\u003ch1\u003eCaplugs® Evergreen 0.5 mL Graduated Conical Microcentrifuge Tubes, Tethered Cap, Thin-Wall, Amber PPC, 1000\/Bag\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCaplugs® Evergreen 0.5 mL Graduated Conical Microcentrifuge Tubes\u003c\/strong\u003e deliver reliable, light-protected sample handling for DNA\/RNA storage, enzyme aliquoting, and PCR reagent prep. Molded from polypropylene copolymer (PPC) in an amber tint, these thin-wall tubes shield UV- and light-sensitive analytes while integrated tethered caps keep closures attached during high-throughput bench work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGraduated Conical Microcentrifuge Tubes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\/Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolypropylene Copolymer (PPC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClosure\/Cap\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTethered (attached) snap cap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGraduation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMolded graduations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWall\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThin-wall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSterility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-Sterile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1000\/Bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStorage of light-sensitive nucleic acids, fluorophores, and photolabile reagents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAliquoting enzymes, primers, and master mixes for PCR workflows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort-spin pelleting of cells and precipitates in microcentrifuges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSample archiving and freezer storage of small-volume extracts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuffer and standard preparation at the bench\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral molecular biology and biochemistry sample handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Procurement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003elabsupplies.com is an authorized Caplugs® Evergreen dealer shipping from US inventory, and these tubes are Made in USA. Each bag carries lot numbers to support traceability for CAP-, CLIA-, and ISO 15189-accredited laboratories. Institutional and grant-funded tiered pricing is available — contact our procurement team for volume quotes and standing orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the amber tint protect against?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe amber PPC reduces light transmission, helping shield photosensitive samples such as fluorescent dyes, vitamins, and certain reagents from light-induced degradation during handling and storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre these tubes sterile or autoclavable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey ship non-sterile. 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