Centrifuge Tube 3138-0016: High-Speed Performance for Medical Laboratories
The 3138-0016 model from Thermo Fisher Scientific's Nalgene™ Oak Ridge range is a centrifuge tube specially designed for medical and biomedical research environments requiring a combination of robustness, safety and precision. With a capacity of 16 mL, this tube stands out for its ability to withstand extreme centrifugal forces of up to 50,000 ×g, making it ideal for refrigerated or non-refrigerated centrifuges used in hospital, clinical and pharmaceutical laboratories.
Made of polycarbonate, a material renowned for its rigidity and transparency, the 3138-0016 allows for easy and quick visual observation of the contents. This is particularly useful for monitoring separation interfaces or recovering cell pellets in diagnostic analyses, protein purification or nucleic acid extractions. Its rounded bottom not only improves tolerance to centrifugal forces in high-speed rotors, but also facilitates homogeneous pellet recovery, which is essential in medical protocols requiring precision and reproducibility.
The tube has a polypropylene screw cap with a silicone seal, ensuring reliable sealing for most centrifugations up to 10,000 ×g. For applications involving hazardous materials or higher speeds, the use of a sealing closure set is recommended to ensure optimal safety. This level of protection is crucial to prevent any potential leaks that could contaminate the sample or damage the equipment.
Fully autoclavable, the tube withstands repeated sterilisation cycles while retaining its mechanical properties, although it is advisable to regularly inspect for microcracks that may appear over time. This durability makes it economical for repeated use in hospital or research environments where sterility is essential.
The 3138-0016 is a compact but extremely high-performance tube, whose dimensions (17.8 mm external diameter and 106.7 mm height ) are optimised to fit standard high-speed rotors. It meets the strict safety and reliability requirements imposed by modern medical protocols, making it the preferred choice for healthcare professionals and researchers looking for a reliable, efficient and durable centrifuge tube.
