Globe Scientific 12 x 75mm Polystyrene Test Tube (5mL) Overview
The Globe Scientific 12 x 75mm Polystyrene Test Tube (5mL) is a disposable sample vessel built for routine handling, sorting, and short-term storage in clinical and research settings. Molded from clear polystyrene, each tube offers good optical clarity for visual inspection of samples. Lab staff rely on this format for high-throughput workflows where single-use consumables reduce cross-contamination risk.
Standard 12 x 75mm dimensions make these tubes compatible with common racks, centrifuge adapters, and automated handling systems sized for the format. A 5mL capacity suits aliquoting, dilution, and specimen transfer tasks. Each tube ships ready to use, eliminating the need for cleaning between samples.
Packaged 250 per bag with 8 bags per unit, this configuration delivers 2000 tubes per case for facilities that consume disposables at volume. Procurement teams can standardize on a single SKU to simplify reordering across departments.
Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Globe Scientific |
| SKU | 110409 |
| Product Type | Test Tube |
| Dimensions | 12 x 75mm |
| Capacity | 5mL |
| Material | Polystyrene (PS) |
| Sterility | Contact for specification |
| Color | Contact for specification |
| Packaging | 250/Bag, 8 Bags/Unit |
| Case Quantity | 2000 (CS/2000) |
Available Configurations
| SKU | Description | Pack |
|---|---|---|
| 110409 | Test Tube, 12 x 75mm (5mL), PS, 250/Bag, 8 Bags/Unit | CS/2000 |
Laboratory Applications
Polystyrene tubes in the 12 x 75mm format support sample aliquoting, dilution preparation, and specimen transport across clinical, environmental, and educational labs. Clear walls let technicians check fill levels and detect turbidity or color changes without removing samples from a rack. Single-use construction keeps each specimen isolated.
Compatibility with standard racks and adapters makes these tubes practical for benchtop sorting and short workflows. Teaching labs use them for demonstrations and student exercises, while production environments deploy them for repetitive batch tasks where disposable consumables lower handling overhead.
Ordering & Bulk Pricing
Each case (SKU 110409) contains 2000 tubes packed as 250 per bag across 8 bags, listed at $135.30 USD. Institutional and recurring purchasing is available through LabSupplies.com; contact our team for quotes on multi-case orders, standing purchase agreements, and consolidated delivery schedules.
Frequently Asked Questions
What material are these test tubes made from?
These tubes are molded from polystyrene (PS), a clear rigid plastic suited to single-use sample handling and visual inspection.
How many tubes come in one case?
One case includes 2000 tubes, packaged as 250 per bag with 8 bags per unit.
Are these tubes sterile?
Sterility is not listed in our current product data. Contact LabSupplies.com to confirm the sterility status before ordering for sterile workflows.