96-Well Flat Bottom Microplates with Lids — TC Treated, Sterile, Polystyrene, 10/Box (333-8013-01F)
These 96-well flat bottom microplates are manufactured from polystyrene with a tissue culture (TC) treated surface and supplied sterile, each plate paired with a matching lid for contamination control. Each well holds up to 0.37 mL, providing the standard footprint and well geometry widely used across cell-based assays, colorimetric detection, and plate-reader applications. Supplied 10 plates per box, part number 333-8013-01F is well suited for laboratories requiring a reliable, ready-to-use sterile microplate with consistent surface treatment.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number (MPN) | 333-8013-01F |
| Format | 96-Well Microplate with Lid |
| Well Bottom | Flat |
| Well Volume | 0.37 mL |
| Surface Treatment | Tissue Culture (TC) Treated |
| Sterility | Sterile |
| Material | Polystyrene (PS) |
| Color | Natural (clear) |
| Pack Size | 10/Box (each plate includes lid) |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Applications
- Cell culture, attachment, and proliferation studies requiring a TC-treated surface
- Colorimetric and absorbance-based assays read with standard plate readers
- ELISA and immunoassay protocols using flat-bottom well geometry
- Compound screening and dose-response experiments in a 96-well format
- General sample storage and processing where a sterile covered microplate is required
Material & Chemical Resistance
Polystyrene provides the optical clarity needed for absorbance and fluorescence plate-reader measurements using aqueous biological samples and standard culture media. The TC surface treatment modifies the well walls to promote cell attachment and spreading in adherent cell culture applications. As with all PS labware, polystyrene is not autoclavable and should not be exposed to acetone, alcohols above 70%, or aromatic and chlorinated solvents, which can craze, cloud, or dissolve the material.
Quality & Procurement
Made in USA, Caplugs® Evergreen microplates are produced under ISO 9001 quality management from BPA-free, phthalate-free, latex-free polystyrene resin. Each plate is individually lidded and supplied sterile for direct use in cell culture and sensitive assay workflows. LabSupplies.com is an authorized dealer and ships from USA inventory, with volume and institutional pricing available for high-throughput and grant-funded laboratories.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these microplates truly sterile, and how are they packaged?
Yes — the plates are supplied sterile and each plate is paired with a lid; the 10/Box packaging is intended to help maintain sterility until the point of use in a suitable aseptic environment.
What is TC treatment, and do I need it for my application?
Tissue culture (TC) treatment is a surface modification — typically a corona discharge or similar oxidative process — that renders the polystyrene surface more hydrophilic and negatively charged, promoting the attachment and growth of anchorage-dependent (adherent) cell lines. If your work involves suspension cells or purely biochemical assays, a non-TC-treated plate may be sufficient; TC-treated plates are the standard choice for adherent mammalian cell culture.
Are the plates compatible with standard plate readers and automated liquid handlers?
The flat-bottom 96-well format follows the widely adopted ANSI/SBS footprint standard, making these plates generally compatible with most plate readers and liquid-handling equipment designed for standard 96-well microplates; however, we recommend confirming compatibility with your specific instrument prior to use.