8.5 mL Oblong Flat Bottom Sample Cups — Polystyrene, Red, 1000/Bag (127-0080-R10)
These 8.5 mL oblong flat bottom sample cups are molded from red polystyrene and supplied non-sterile in bulk (1000/Bag) for high-throughput clinical and research laboratory workflows. The oblong flat-bottom profile provides a stable footprint on the benchtop while the larger 8.5 mL capacity accommodates generous sample or reagent volumes. Part number 127-0080-R10 is well suited to routine dispensing, aliquoting, and color-coded sample organization.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number (MPN) | 127-0080-R10 |
| Capacity | 8.5 mL |
| Shape | Oblong |
| Bottom | Flat (freestanding) |
| Style | Standard Sample Cup |
| Material | Polystyrene (PS) |
| Color | Red |
| Sterility | Non-Sterile |
| Pack Size | 1000/Bag |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Applications
- Bulk sample aliquoting and reagent dispensing at the bench
- Color-coded specimen organization and workflow differentiation using the red cup format
- Temporary holding of aqueous samples and biological buffers during processing
- High-volume routine laboratory dispensing where larger capacity cups are required
- General liquid handling in clinical, research, and industrial laboratory environments
Material & Chemical Resistance
Polystyrene is a rigid thermoplastic that performs well with aqueous samples, standard biological buffers, and dilute aqueous reagents. As with all PS labware, acetone, alcohols above 70%, and aromatic or chlorinated solvents should be avoided, as these can craze, cloud, or dissolve the material. Polystyrene is not autoclavable; if heat sterilization is required, an alternative material should be considered.
Quality & Procurement
Made in USA, Caplugs® Evergreen sample cups are produced under ISO 9001 quality management from BPA-free, phthalate-free, latex-free resin. LabSupplies.com is an authorized dealer of Caplugs® Evergreen consumables and ships from USA inventory, typically same business day for stocking items, with tiered pricing available for institutional and grant-funded laboratories.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these sample cups sterile?
No — part number 127-0080-R10 is supplied non-sterile in 1000/Bag bulk packaging, which is appropriate for the vast majority of routine laboratory dispensing and aliquoting applications.
What is the advantage of the oblong cup shape?
The oblong footprint can make efficient use of tray or rack space compared with round cups of similar volume, while the flat bottom allows the cups to stand upright on the benchtop without additional support.
Can these cups be used with organic solvents or autoclaved?
No. Polystyrene is not compatible with acetone, alcohols above 70%, or aromatic and chlorinated solvents, and it is not autoclavable. For applications requiring solvent resistance or heat sterilization, a different material such as polypropylene should be selected.