The Heathrow Scientific Droplet™ Polystyrene Sample Storage Tray (120172) is a sturdy, reusable tray designed to securely organize and store up to 24 specimen cups in clinical and laboratory settings. The polystyrene bin and tray construction provides a rigid, lightweight platform that holds full specimen containers without flexing, and the stackable design supports up to four trays high for efficient use of limited bench and storage space.
The 58 mm diameter wells accommodate standard specimen cups securely, preventing tipping and cross-contamination during storage and transport. The blue polystyrene construction is easy to clean with standard laboratory disinfectants and is built for repeated daily use. Specimen containers are not included.
Features and Benefits
Polystyrene bin and tray are lightweight yet sturdy enough to hold up to 24 full specimen containers
Stackable with other trays — supports up to four trays high for efficient space utilization
58 mm diameter wells securely hold standard specimen cups to prevent tipping
Blue polystyrene construction is easy to clean with standard lab disinfectants
Durable, reusable design built for repeated daily use in busy laboratories
Specifications
| SKU | 120172 |
| Color | Blue / White |
| Material | Polystyrene (PS) |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 18.9 × 13 × 3.3 in (48 × 33.1 × 8.4 cm) |
| Number of Wells | 24 |
| Well Diameter | 58 mm |
| Weight | 2.92 lb (1.32 kg) |
| Stackable | Yes — up to 4 trays high |
| Quantity | 1 Each |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many specimen cups does this tray hold?
The tray holds up to 24 specimen cups with a 58 mm diameter. Standard urine specimen cups and similar clinical collection containers fit securely in the wells.
Can I autoclave this tray?
No. Polystyrene is not autoclavable. Clean the tray with standard laboratory surface disinfectants, dilute bleach solutions, or quaternary ammonium wipes.
What is the difference between this and the corrugated PP storage tray?
The polystyrene tray (120172) is a single, durable, reusable tray ideal for permanent bench-top or storage room use. The corrugated PP tray (120375) is a disposable, flat-packed option sold in packs of 10, better suited for high-volume or single-use applications.
Laboratory and Clinical Applications
Specimen cup organization and storage in clinical laboratories
Sample staging areas for batch processing
Transport of specimen cups between collection points and analysis areas
Bench-top organization in high-throughput testing facilities
Volume Discounts
LabSupplies.com offers below retail pricing with volume discounts available. As an authorized dealer, we ship directly from USA inventory.