- Made of Polypropylene
- Economical substitute for wire racks
- Are autoclavable and stackable when empty
- Available in different colors and are made of a special blend of Polypropylene that makes it sink in a water bath and maintain their stability even in agitated water
- Easily disassembling for cleaning purpose
- Base is in the form of a grid with square openings and has fold up sides and end bars that lock in to rack tops
PART No. | Size/Capacity | PACK Qty. |
7600-13-90 | 13 mm. x 90 Tubes | 6 |
7600-16-60 | 16 mm. x 60 Tubes | 6 |
7600-20-40 | 20 mm. x 40 Tubes | 6 |
7600-25-24 | 25 mm. x 24 Tubes | 6 |
7600-30-21 | 30 mm. x 21 Tubes | 6 |
Here are some common uses of a test tube stand with a wire pattern made of polypropylene:
- Organization and Storage:
- The wire pattern in the test tube stand provides a secure and organized arrangement for storing test tubes. It helps maintain a neat and orderly laboratory workspace.
- Drying Tubes:
- After washing or sterilizing test tubes, the wire pattern allows the tubes to be placed upside down for air drying. This prevents water droplets from accumulating inside the tubes.
- Sample Handling:
- The wire pattern enables the simultaneous handling of multiple test tubes. It is particularly useful in experiments involving a large number of test tubes or when multiple reactions or analyses are conducted concurrently.
- Centrifugation:
- The wire pattern in the test tube stand is compatible with centrifuge rotors. It securely holds multiple test tubes during centrifugation, allowing for the separation of substances based on density.
- Freezing and Cooling:
- The test tube stand can be used to organize test tubes in freezers or refrigerators, providing a stable arrangement for samples that need to be frozen or kept at a specific temperature.
- Incubation:
- In microbiology and cell culture work, the wire pattern in the test tube stand is used to hold test tubes during incubation periods. It facilitates the handling of cultures and samples.
- Reaction Setups:
- The wire pattern in the test tube stand is often used to set up reactions by organizing reagents and samples. It provides a systematic and easily accessible arrangement of test tubes for efficient experiment setup.
- Benchtop Experiments:
- The test tube stand is valuable for benchtop experiments where multiple test tubes are used simultaneously. It helps prevent spillage and provides a secure place for test tubes during various stages of an experiment.
- Teaching Laboratories:
- In educational settings, such as teaching laboratories, the test tube stand with a wire pattern is used to demonstrate proper laboratory techniques, including the handling, organization, and storage of test tubes.
- Quality Control and Inspections:
- The test tube stand is used in quality control processes and inspections to organize and present test tubes for visual inspections or measurements.
- Display and Presentation:
- The wire pattern in the test tube stand can be used to display samples or experiments during presentations or demonstrations. This is common in educational outreach or public engagement activities.
- Transportation:
- The test tube stand with a wire pattern can be used to transport multiple test tubes from one location to another. Some designs include handles for easy carrying.