Globe Scientific 10mL Transport Tube Overview
The Globe Scientific 10mL Transport Tube (SKU 6102) pairs a molded polypropylene body with a separate white screw cap built for secure specimen handling. Its conical bottom concentrates pellets and small-volume samples toward the tip, supporting clean recovery during pipetting. Molded graduations let technicians estimate volume without separate labeling.
Self-standing geometry keeps each tube upright on the bench, in racks, or during fill steps, reducing tip-over risk during batch work. Polypropylene construction offers broad chemical compatibility for aqueous reagents and routine sample storage. The separate cap design lets staff stage tubes and caps independently across high-throughput workflows.
Supplied by LabSupplies.com as a case-quantity consumable, this tube fits transport, collection, and short-term storage tasks. Procurement teams ordering for clinical, research, or industrial labs can standardize on a single self-standing format across departments.
Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Globe Scientific |
| SKU | 6102 |
| Capacity | 10 mL |
| Material | Polypropylene (PP) |
| Cap Type | Separate White Screw Cap |
| Bottom Style | Conical |
| Stability | Self-Standing |
| Graduations | Molded |
| Sterility | Contact for specification |
| Dimensions | Contact for specification |
| Temperature Range | Contact for specification |
| Unit of Measure | CS/1000 |
Available Configurations
| SKU | Description | Pack |
|---|---|---|
| 6102 | Transport Tube, 10mL, with Separate White Screw Cap, PP, Conical Bottom, Self-Standing, Molded Graduations | Case of 1000 |
Laboratory Applications
Transport tubes of this class move biological and chemical samples between collection points, processing stations, and storage. Conical bottoms suit centrifugation steps where pelleted material must settle to a defined tip, and the screw cap helps limit leakage during handoff. Self-standing tubes simplify aliquoting at the bench when racks are unavailable.
Research, clinical, and quality-control labs use polypropylene tubes for reagent aliquots, dilution series, and routine sample holding. Molded graduations give quick visual volume reference during prep. Teams running repeat protocols benefit from a consistent format that loads predictably into standard fixtures.
Ordering & Bulk Pricing
SKU 6102 ships as a case of 1000 tubes through LabSupplies.com, giving labs a high-volume consumable for standardized workflows. Institutional buyers, group purchasing organizations, and multi-site facilities can request volume quotes and recurring-order terms. Contact LabSupplies.com for purchase orders, tax-exempt processing, and bulk availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
What material is the 6102 transport tube made from?
This tube is molded from polypropylene (PP), which offers broad compatibility with common aqueous laboratory reagents and supports routine sample transport and storage.
Does the tube stand on its own?
Yes. The 6102 features a self-standing base, letting it remain upright on the bench during filling and capping without requiring a rack.
How is SKU 6102 packaged?
It is supplied as a case of 1000 tubes (CS/1000). For master-case quantities and bulk pricing, contact LabSupplies.com.