0.5 mL Conical Freestanding Bottom Sample Cups — Polystyrene, Blue, 1000/Bag (127-0093-B10)
These 0.5 mL freestanding sample cups feature a conical bottom molded from blue polystyrene, providing a stable, self-standing footprint for bench-top sample preparation without the need for a separate rack. Supplied non-sterile in convenient bulk packaging of 1000 per bag, part number 127-0093-B10 is well suited to high-throughput dispensing, aliquoting, and color-coded sample management in clinical and research settings. The conical interior geometry encourages complete liquid recovery when aspirating small-volume specimens or reagents.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number (MPN) | 127-0093-B10 |
| Capacity | 0.5 mL |
| Bottom Style | Conical (freestanding) |
| Material | Polystyrene (PS) |
| Color | Blue |
| Sterility | Non-Sterile |
| Pack Size | 1000/Bag |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Applications
- Small-volume sample aliquoting and reagent dispensing at the bench
- Color-coded specimen organization and workflow tracking in busy laboratories
- Micro-volume liquid handling where complete aspiration from a conical bottom is beneficial
- Routine clinical and research sample preparation requiring stable, self-standing cups
- Bulk consumable use in high-throughput processing environments
Material & Chemical Resistance
Polystyrene is a clear, rigid thermoplastic that performs well with aqueous samples, standard biological buffers, and dilute saline solutions. As with all PS labware, acetone, alcohols above 70%, and aromatic or chlorinated solvents should be avoided, as these can craze, stress-crack, or dissolve the material. Polystyrene is not autoclavable and is intended for single-use, non-sterile applications.
Quality & Procurement
Made in USA, Caplugs® Evergreen sample cups are produced under ISO 9001 quality management using BPA-free, phthalate-free, latex-free resin. LabSupplies.com is an authorized dealer of Caplugs® Evergreen consumables and ships from USA inventory, with tiered volume pricing available for institutional purchasers, core facilities, and grant-funded laboratories.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these sample cups sterile?
No — 127-0093-B10 cups are supplied non-sterile in 1000/Bag bulk packaging, which is appropriate for the majority of routine clinical and research dispensing workflows that do not require sterile consumables.
Do the cups stand on their own, or is a rack required?
The freestanding bottom design allows each cup to stand upright on a flat surface without a rack, making bench-top handling and sample staging more convenient during preparation.
What types of samples are compatible with polystyrene cups?
Aqueous samples, standard biological buffers, and dilute saline solutions are well suited to polystyrene. Avoid acetone, alcohols above 70%, and aromatic or chlorinated solvents, which are chemically incompatible with PS and may damage the cup.