Flip-Cap Microtubes

The APEX® range of Flip-Cap Microcentrifuge Tubes cater for a variety of applications.

Microtubes are widely used for sample storage and manipulations. The tube to best suit your needs will depend on the sample type and application and the Alpha APEX range includes a great choice of options.

APEX® Microcentrifuge Tubes
These flat flip cap microtubes are manufactured from virgin polypropylene. The range is centrifuge rated to >25,000g and is suitable for a great many applications in the laboratory.
APEX® Tough Microcentrifuge Tubes
APEX® ‘Tough’ Microcentrifuge Tubes are great all-rounders. These polypropylene tubes have a centrifuge rating of 20,000g and temperature range of -90 to 121C making them suitable for a wide range of techniques.
APEX® NoStick Microcentrifuge Tubes
A perfect alternative to home-made siliconised tubes and ideal for RNA and DNA work. The proprietary formulation of homopolymer PP creates a ‘No Stick’ tube with extra-low adhesion, eliminating the need to coat the tube with any other agent.
APEX® Soft Release Microcentrifuge Tubes
Manufactured from UltraClear® copolymer polypropylene, the APEX® ‘Soft-Release’ range of tubes is designed with a wide opening flange for easy, one-handed opening.
APEX® True-Lock Microcentrifuge Tubes
APEX® ‘True-Lock’ Microcentrifuge Tubes have a secure locking mechanism to provide extra security for your samples.