Globe Scientific 16mm Snap Cap (Red) Overview
The Globe Scientific Snap Cap, 16mm, Red Polyethylene is a press-fit closure built for 16mm glass and evacuated tubes. Each cap snaps onto the tube rim to hold contents secure during handling, transport, and short-term storage. Polyethylene construction gives the closure flexibility for a repeatable fit.
Red coloring supports fast visual sorting in busy workflows where multiple tube types share a single rack. Technicians can color-code racemes by sample category, draw site, or processing stage without reading labels. SKU 113144R ships from LabSupplies.com in high-volume bags suited to clinical and research throughput.
Designed as a consumable, this cap pairs with standard 16mm tubes already in your inventory. Stocking it keeps closure supply aligned with tube usage and reduces the risk of mismatched components at the bench.
Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Globe Scientific |
| Product Type | Snap Cap |
| Diameter | 16mm |
| Material | Polyethylene (PE) |
| Compatibility | 16mm glass and evacuated tubes |
| Color | Red |
| Unit of Measure | Bag of 1000 |
| Master Case Quantity | 10,000 (10 bags) |
| SKU | 113144R |
Available Configurations
| SKU | Description | Pack |
|---|---|---|
| 113144R | Cap, Snap, 16mm, PE, for 16mm Glass and Evacuated Tubes, Red | Bag of 1000 |
| 113144R | Master case, 10 bags | 10,000 caps |
Laboratory Applications
Snap caps close 16mm tubes used across clinical chemistry, hematology, and general specimen handling. Labs apply these closures after sample collection or transfer to limit spills and contamination while tubes move between stations. The press-fit design lets staff seal and reopen tubes quickly during multi-step protocols.
Color-coded closures help labs separate sample streams within shared racks and centrifuge carriers. Red caps can mark a defined sample type or workflow stage, speeding identification during high-throughput batch processing. Research groups running parallel assays use the same approach to keep tube sets visually distinct.
Ordering & Bulk Pricing
SKU 113144R ships as a bag of 1000 caps, with a master case holding 10 bags for 10,000 caps total. Procurement teams ordering for multiple departments can consolidate to case quantities to streamline receiving and reduce reorder frequency. Request institutional purchasing terms and volume quotes through LabSupplies.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tubes do these caps fit?
They are made for 16mm glass and evacuated tubes. Confirm your tube outer diameter is 16mm to ensure a proper snap fit.
What material are the caps made from?
The caps are molded from polyethylene (PE), a flexible plastic that supports press-fit sealing on standard 16mm tubes.
How are they packaged for bulk ordering?
Each bag contains 1000 caps. A master case holds 10 bags, totaling 10,000 caps, which suits high-volume labs and centralized purchasing.