96-Well Round Bottom Microplates with Lids — TC Treated, Sterile, Polystyrene, Individually Packed (333-8002-01R)
These 96-well microplates feature a round-bottom well geometry with a 0.32 mL per-well volume, molded from polystyrene and supplied with individual lids for contamination control. Each plate is tissue-culture (TC) treated and sterile, making them appropriate for cell-based assays and other applications requiring a cell-adherent surface. Supplied individually packed to maintain sterility until point of use, part number 333-8002-01R is a dependable choice for routine cell culture and biological research workflows.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number (MPN) | 333-8002-01R |
| Format | 96-Well Microplate |
| Well Bottom | Round Bottom |
| Well Volume | 0.32 mL |
| Surface Treatment | Tissue Culture (TC) Treated |
| Sterility | Sterile |
| Material | Polystyrene (PS) |
| Color | Natural (clear) |
| Lid | Included |
| Packaging | Individually Packed |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Applications
- Adherent and suspension cell culture requiring a TC-treated surface
- Cell-based assays such as proliferation, viability, and cytotoxicity studies
- Sample storage and incubation of biological specimens in a 96-well format
- Screening assays where optical clarity of the natural polystyrene aids absorbance or visual inspection
- General microplate-format liquid handling in research and clinical laboratory settings
Material & Chemical Resistance
Polystyrene provides the optical clarity and surface consistency required for cell culture and plate-reader compatible assays using aqueous biological media, buffers, and reagents. As with all PS labware, these plates should not be exposed to acetone, alcohols above 70%, or aromatic or chlorinated solvents, which can craze, cloud, or dissolve the material. Polystyrene is not autoclavable; sterility is achieved during manufacturing and is maintained by the individual packaging and included lid.
Quality & Procurement
Made in USA, Caplugs® Evergreen microplates are manufactured under ISO 9001 quality management from BPA-free, phthalate-free, latex-free polystyrene resin. TC treatment is applied to promote cell attachment on the well surface. LabSupplies.com is an authorized dealer 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 microplates sterile, and how is sterility maintained?
Yes — each plate is supplied sterile. Individual packaging combined with the included lid helps maintain sterility until the plate is opened at the point of use.
What is the purpose of TC treatment on these plates?
Tissue-culture (TC) treatment modifies the polystyrene surface to promote cell attachment and spreading, making the plates suitable for adherent cell culture applications.
Are these plates compatible with organic solvents or autoclaving?
No. Polystyrene is not resistant to acetone, alcohols above 70%, or aromatic and chlorinated solvents, and it is not autoclavable. For applications requiring these conditions, a different material such as polypropylene should be considered.