Glass and Plastic Multi-Purpose Test Tubes

Multi-purpose test tubes and accessories are essential tools for the laboratory, offering suitability for various applications, including handling, storage, and analysis. At Thomas Scientific, we have a range of test tube lab equipment, including micro test tubes, sterile test tubes, and pyrex glass test tubes for a range of lab applications. Multi-purpose test tubes and accessories offer flexibility and convenience in laboratory operations. Their versatility makes them indispensable tools in various scientific fields, including molecular biology, biochemistry, microbiology, and clinical diagnostics. By choosing high-quality multi-purpose test tubes and accessories, you can ensure reliable sample handling, storage, and analysis in your laboratory.

Other related product ranges available at Thomas Scientific - test tube racks and caps.

Glass and Plastic Multi-Purpose Test Tubes

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  • Borosilicate Glass Culture Tubes

    Globe Scientific is pleased to offer these premium quality borosilicate glass tubes. The tubes provide excellent chemical resistance and durability. They feature well-rounded bottoms and smooth, fire-polished rims. Dimensional specifications are rigidly controlled for reliable, uniform results. The...

  • 16 x 100mm Test Tubes

    Globe Scientific

    An extensive line for multi-use test tubes. They are molded from premium grade polystyrene for clarity of polypropylene for impact strength and stability to common acids, alkalies, and solvents. Polystyrene tubes can withstand 1500 RPM during centrifugation. Polypropylene tubes can withstand 3000...

  • APHA Nessler Color Comparisons Tube, 50ml graduations

    The top graduation line on unmatched Kimble Nessler Color Comparison Tubes may be any distance from the outside bottom within the range of scale lengths shown in individual descriptions. In matched sets, the top graduation lines of all the tubes in a set will be within the very close limits for a...

  • Tube Nessler Apha Matchx6 50ml

    DWK Life Sciences (Kimble)

    These Nessler tubes are ideal for color comparison. Shadowless bottom of each tube transmits undistorted light Rings and legend are durable white ceramic enamel which correspond with specific volumes of liquid 45315A series is supplied in a matched set of 6 Graduated ring scale of any of the tubes...

  • Falcon® Round Bottom High-clarity Polypropylene Tubes

    Widely used and referenced in laboratory protocols      Dual position snap-cap prevents sample loss with ease of handling      Sterile, nonpyrogenicity tested to less than 0.1 EU/mL (Cat. No. 352008 nonsterile)   The foundation for consistent research...

  • Falcon® Round Bottom Polystyrene Tubes

    Widely used and referenced in laboratory protocols      Dual position snap-cap prevents sample loss with ease of handling      Sterile, nonpyrogenicity tested to less than 0.1 EU/mL (Cat. No. 352008 nonsterile)   The foundation for consistent research...

  • Test Tubes

    Caplugs Evergreen®

    Caplugs Evergreen's test tubes are ideal for a variety of general laboratory applications, offering more sizes than any other manufacturer.  Tubes are bulk packed, non-sterile, without caps.  Polystyrene tubes provide clarity and are appropriate for use with mild acidic solutions,...

  • Conical Centrifuge Tubes

    Heathrow Scientific

    Premium 15 mL and 50 mL conical tubes manufactured from high-clarity polypropylene. Features dark imprinted graduations and a large white writing area for sample identification. Flat polyethylene cap also provides another opportunity for labeling. Available in sterile bulk and racked versions (50 mL...

  • Baby Soda Bottle

    DURABLE & UNBREAKABLE || Thick-wall tubes made of high quality polyethylene terephthalate (PET). Will withstand being dropped or stepped on MULTIPLE USES || Great for laboratory experiments, general mixing, and as observation chambers LEAK-PROOF CAP || Threaded tube includes a screw cap which...

  • Test Tubes, 12ml, Rimless,  4" Tall, 0.6" Dia., PK/48

    INDUSTRIAL QUALITY || 12ml (0.4oz) Test Tubes made of high quality, heavy duty, Borosilicate 3.3 glass THIN WALL || Uniform wall thickness of 1mm provides excellent thermal shock resistance RIMLESS || Flat, fire polished rims make these tubes ideal for culture testing THERMAL SHOCK RESISTANT ||...

  • Lysing Matrix Tubes A, 2mL Tubes

    * Tube contains garnet matrix and one 1/4" ceramic sphere * Used to grind animal and plant tissues, insects, nematodes and lyse bacteria, yeast, fungi, algae * For use on MP Bio FastPrep instruments or any bead beater Lysing Matrix A 2 mL tube from MP Bio contains garnet matrix and one...

  • F/B Canister Comp,38X250mm

    Manufactured from Type 1 Class A Borosilicate Glass. Bottom pad prevents chipping and breaking of pipette tips. All components can and will withstand repeated dry or steam heat serialization. No stainless steel closure included. Specifications: Material: Type 1 Class A Borosilicate Glass Dimensions:...

  • Stool Nucleic Acid Collection and Preservation System (50)

    Complete, user-friendly system to collect, preserve and transport stool samples Each clamshell contains nitrile gloves, alcohol swabs, Fe-Col® Collection Paper, and Norgen's Stool Nucleic Acid Collection and Preservation Tube containing Norgen's Stool Preservative The preservative provides sample...

  • S/Cap Cult Tube Comp,16x150mm Bulk-Pack - No logo

    Manufactured from Type 1 Class A Borosilicate Glass. Includes long skirted black phenolic screw cap with white rubber liner. Specifications: Type 1 Class A Borosilicate Glass Screw Cap Included Size: 16 X 150mm Case Quantity: 1000

  • ValueWare® Filtering Tubes with Rim, Test

    Manufactured from KIMAX™ borosilicate glass, ValueWare has a low coefficient of expansion and a very high resistance to chemical attack. This means optimal performance in the lab at an affordable price. Long life expectancy, resistant to most chemicals. Ideal for general laboratory use....

  • SS Test tube rack, for 50 test tubes, 15/16 or 16/17 mm, diameter, to +100 °C (requires 8970369)

    Ideal for laboratories that require efficient organization and heat resilient equipment, this stainless steel test tube rack accommodates 50 test tubes. Designed to hold test tubes with a diameter of 15/16 or 16/17 mm, it ensures secure and organized placement. With a temperature tolerance up to...

  • 50 mL Centrifuge Tubes with Caps

    50 mL centrifuge tubes are ideal for general purpose laboratory work.  These tubes are especially useful as a 95kPa certified leak-proof primary container in shipping infectious specimens. The 50 mL tube with spork is also widely used in parasitology specimen transport.  Polypropylene...

  • Sample Tubes & Cleanettes

    Precision Systems

    The Precision Systems sample tubes & cleanettes are suitable for use in research facilities and chemical laboratories to conduct wide range of experiments. They are made of high quality material which ensures long lasting usage.

  • Transport Tubes with O-Ring

    Transport tubes, sometimes called mailing tubes, are used in multiple sectors of the laboratory market, including medical, hospital, environmental, independent testing, food testing, and biological research labs. Used to store, transport or freeze samples, these tubes come in both 5mL (16 x 60mm)...

  • Autoblot Tube,35x100mm

    Manufactured from medium wall Borosilicate Glass Type 1 Class A, with permanent graduations designed for DNA/RNA protocols. Includes high temperature red PBT cap with PTFE faced silicone liner. Replacement cap 5639-90045 Specifications: Type 1 Class A Borosilicate Glass Sizes: 35x100mm 35x150mm...

  • Test Tubes 10x75mm 4mL

    Non-sterile, precision molded, round bottom test tubes for general purpose laboratory work. Polystyrene tubes provide clarity and are appropriate for use with mild acidic (except oxidizing acids) or alkali solutions, alcohols (except higher alcohols) and salt. Polypropylene tubes are more chemically...

  • Disp Culture Tube,25X100mm No Logo

    Manufactured from Type 1 Class A Borosilicate Glass. Accepts Bellco stainless steel closures and KAPUT closures Specifications: Flint Glass #2 Wall Weight Type 1 Class A Borosilicate Glass Sizes: 25x100mm 25x250mm 25x200mm Closure Size: 25mm Case Quantity: 144

  • Sterile Test Tubes w/SC

    Sterile culture tubes are precision molded from premium-grade, chemically inert plastic materials: polystyrene (PS) for clarity and nearly-transparent polypropylene (PP) for toughness and chemical resistance. Screw-caps have built-in sealing rings to provide leak-proof closures. All tubes are...

  • Liquid Phase Immunoassay Tubes

    Thermo Scientific Nunc

    MiniSorp surface Molded from special polyethylene formulation For liquid phase immunoasssays, including RIA, for storing of reagents, or collecting chromatographic fractions Mini-Sorp™ is a polyethylene-based material that provides a low-binding surface.

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What is a Nessler tube used for?

Researchers use Nessler tubes to visually compare and analyze liquid samples, particularly in colorimetric tests. The tubes are commonly employed in water quality testing to determine concentrations or to compare the color intensity of samples against a standard solution.

What is the difference between a Nessler cylinder and a measuring cylinder?

The primary difference between a Nessler cylinder and a measuring cylinder lies in their design and purpose. A Nessler cylinder is designed explicitly for colorimetric analysis, in which the color intensity of a liquid sample is visually compared to a standard.
It is typically a tall, narrow glass cylinder with uniform dimensions, which ensures consistent light passage through the liquid and improves accuracy in color observation.
On the other hand, a measuring cylinder measures and dispenses liquid volumes. It is wider than a Nessler cylinder and has graduated markings along its length for precise volume readings. A measuring cylinder is less suitable for optical comparisons but ideal for general laboratory use in measuring and mixing liquids.