Plasmid DNA Extraction Kits

<h2>What are plasmid miniprep kits?</h2>
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A plasmid miniprep kit uses SDS/alkaline lysis to break open pelleted E. coli cells from a small culture volume (1-10 ml), followed by binding to a silica-membrane spin column, washing, and elution, separating plasmid DNA from genomic DNA, RNA, and protein in roughly 10-15 minutes per prep. Related entities include Buffer P1/P2/P3-style alkaline lysis reagents, color-coded lysis dyes for visual confirmation of complete lysis and neutralization, RNase A for RNA removal, and downstream applications including transformation, restriction digestion, PCR, and sequencing. Choose a miniprep kit for routine, low-volume plasmid prep (cloning screens, sequencing checks, restriction digests) where yields up to roughly 20-100 ug per column are sufficient.
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<h2 dir="ltr">What you will find:</h2>
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<li dir="ltr" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" role="presentation">Pellet-free and classic plasmid miniprep kits for high-yield bacterial isolation using rapid spin-column workflows</li>
<li dir="ltr" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" role="presentation">High-throughput 96-well plasmid plates optimized for vacuum manifold processing and parallel automated screening&nbsp;</li>
<li dir="ltr" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" role="presentation">Specialized yeast plasmid miniprep systems for fragile fungal hosts using cell-wall digesting chemistries</li>
<li dir="ltr" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" role="presentation">BAC/PAC and large construct isolation units for safer purification of high-molecular-weight vectors</li>
<li dir="ltr" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" role="presentation">Endotoxin-free plasmid extraction reagents for sensitive mammalian cell lines, ensuring transfection-grade DNA purity&nbsp;</li>
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<h2>How to choose a plasmid miniprep kit</h2>
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Standard vs. high-yield chemistry
Standard silica spin-column minipreps typically recover up to about 20 ug per column, while high-yield formulations using modified alkaline lysis and novel binding chemistry can reach up to 100 ug at concentrations up to 3 ug/ul from the same small culture volume. If your downstream application (e.g., sequencing multiple samples from one prep, or transfection requiring more DNA per prep) benefits from a higher concentration, a high-yield kit reduces the need to scale up to midiprep.
Plasmid copy number and culture volume planning
High-copy plasmids (pUC-based vectors) can saturate a miniprep column from as little as 3 ml of culture, yielding around 20 ug, while low-copy plasmids (pBR322, pET, cosmids) may yield under 2 ug from the same volume and benefit from doubling culture volume to 5-10 ml. Identify your vector's origin of replication before choosing a standard culture volume, since low-copy vectors at standard volumes can produce yields too low for some downstream steps.
Color-coded lysis buffers for visual QC
Some miniprep kits include color-coded lysis and neutralization buffers that allow visual confirmation of complete cell lysis (color change) and proper neutralization before loading the column, helping catch incomplete-lysis failures before they waste a column. This visual QC step is particularly useful for new users or when troubleshooting inconsistent yields across a batch of preps.
Endotoxin-free and large-construct options
For transfection-sensitive downstream applications, endotoxin-free miniprep kits add a dedicated wash step without significantly extending the protocol time; for large plasmids, cosmids, or BAC/YAC/PAC constructs, some miniprep kits are validated up to approximately 200 kb, while standard kits are optimized for constructs up to roughly 25 kb. Confirm both endotoxin status and size compatibility match your specific construct and downstream use before relying on a standard miniprep.
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<h2>Specifications context</h2>
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The key specs for plasmid miniprep selection are expected yield relative to your plasmid's copy number and culture volume, whether color-coded buffers aid visual QC, and whether endotoxin-free or large-construct compatibility is needed for your downstream application. A standard miniprep yielding up to roughly 20-25 ug in 10-15 minutes from 1-10 ml of culture covers most routine cloning workflows, while high-yield kits up to 100 ug reduce the need to scale up for moderately DNA-hungry applications. Labs running both daily cloning screens and occasional larger-scale prep work typically keep <a href="https://mbpinc.net/reagents/molecular-biology/nucleic-acid-extraction-kits/plasmid-dna-extraction-kits/miniprep-kits">miniprep kits</a>&nbsp;on hand alongside&nbsp;<a href="https://mbpinc.net/reagents/molecular-biology/nucleic-acid-extraction-kits/plasmid-dna-extraction-kits/midiprep-kits">midiprep kits</a>&nbsp;for when miniprep yields aren't sufficient. The parent&nbsp;<a href="https://mbpinc.net/reagents/molecular-biology/nucleic-acid-extraction-kits/plasmid-dna-extraction-kits">plasmid DNA extraction kits category</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://mbpinc.net/reagents/molecular-biology/nucleic-acid-extraction-kits/plasmid-dna-extraction-kits/maxiprep-kits">maxiprep kits</a>&nbsp;cover larger-scale options, while the broader&nbsp;<a href="https://mbpinc.net/reagents/molecular-biology/nucleic-acid-extraction-kits">nucleic acid extraction kits hub</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://mbpinc.net/reagents/molecular-biology/nucleic-acid-extraction-kits/dna-extraction-kits/genomic-dna">genomic DNA extraction kits category</a> link to chromosomal DNA workflows.&nbsp;
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Miniprep Kits

Product Literature

HP Plasmid Mini Kit

HP Plasmid Mini Kit (PD1711-00) by MBP uses a proprietary DNA binding system for high efficient reversible binding to a mini column. Proteins and impurities removed by wash buffer; eluted with sterile water or elution buffer. Available in 4 (PD1711-00), 50 (PD1711-01), and 250 (PD1711-02) prep sizes.

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HP Plasmid Mini Kit , 4 Preps

HP Plasmid Mini Kit , 50 Preps

HP Plasmid Mini Kit , 250 Preps

M13 Isolation Kit

M13 Isolation Kit (PD1316-00) by MBP is a spin-column kit for isolating high-purity M13 bacteriophage single-stranded DNA from bacterial cultures. Kit includes DNA mini columns, collection tubes, and all required buffers. Available in 4 (PD1316-00), 50 (PD1316-01), and 250 (PD1316-02) prep sizes. Ships ambient.

M13 Isolation Kit , 4 Preps

M13 Isolation Kit , 50 Preps

M13 Isolation Kit , 250 Preps

<h2>What are plasmid maxiprep kits?</h2>
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A plasmid maxiprep kit scales SDS/alkaline lysis with silica-membrane spin columns, anion-exchange resin with gravity flow, or fully automated cartridge-based processing to 100-500 ml of overnight E. coli culture, recovering up to 400 ug per spin-column prep or 1-1.4 mg with high-yield anion-exchange chemistry, completable in 35-75 minutes depending on format. Related entities include EndoFree-type endotoxin removal for transfection, automated processors that eliminate manual centrifugation, and downstream applications including large-scale transfection, in vitro transcription/translation, and multiple parallel experiments. Choose Maxiprep when your application needs the largest routine plasmid yields (hundreds of micrograms to over 1 mg) from a single overnight culture.
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<h2>What you will find:</h2>
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<li dir="ltr" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" role="presentation">Ultrafast 25-minute maxiprep kits drastically reduce processing times using specialized column technology&nbsp;</li>
<li dir="ltr" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" role="presentation">Syringe-filter plasmid maxi units rapidly clear dense bacterial lysates using vacuum-free clarification systems&nbsp;</li>
<li dir="ltr" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" role="presentation">Endotoxin-free plasmid maxiprep systems for delivering transfection-grade DNA in sensitive mammalian cell lines</li>
<li dir="ltr" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" role="presentation">High-performance silica-column vectors optimized for maximum concentration and recovery of low and high-copy plasmids</li>
<li dir="ltr" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" role="presentation">Gravity-flow anion-exchange assemblies without manual centrifugation steps, ensuring chromatography-level purity&nbsp;</li>
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<h2>How to choose a plasmid maxiprep kit</h2>
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When maxiprep is the right scale
A maxiprep should be used when purifying plasmid from an overnight bacterial culture with a volume between 100-500 ml, when downstream needs exceed midiprep's 0.5-2 mg range - for example, large-scale transfection across many plates, in vitro transcription/translation requiring substantial template DNA, or banking DNA for multiple future experiments from one culture. If midiprep yields already meet your needs, the larger culture volume and processing time of maxiprep may not be justified.
Spin-column vs. anion-exchange vs. automated chemistry
Spin-column maxipreps (e.g., 60-minute procedures) recover up to roughly 400 ug per prep, while anion-exchange or high-yield chemistries can reach 1-1.4 mg from comparable culture volumes; automated cartridge-based processors can deliver endotoxin-free DNA in under 75 minutes without manual centrifugation, pouring in culture, and pressing start. Match chemistry to both your yield target and available equipment - automated processors reduce hands-on time but represent a larger equipment investment.
Endotoxin levels at maxi scale
Endotoxin concentrations tend to be higher in larger-scale preparations - standard maxipreps have been reported at 11-16 EU/ug, while EndoFree-type kits target below 0.1 EU/ug through additional washing, and "substantially endotoxin-free" is sometimes defined as under 100 EU/ug for less stringent applications. For transfection of highly sensitive cells, vaccination research, or gene therapy applications, confirm the maxiprep kit's specific endotoxin target rather than assuming "maxiprep" implies low endotoxin by default.
Lysate clearing and centrifuge requirements
Maxi-scale lysate clearing typically requires high-speed centrifugation of the full culture volume (100-500 ml) followed by a clearing column or filtration step; gravity-flow anion-exchange systems use folded filters to avoid this centrifugation, while automated processors handle clearing internally. Confirm your centrifuge has rotors compatible with 100-500 ml culture volumes before committing to a centrifugation-based maxiprep format.
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<h2>Specifications context</h2>
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The key specs for maxiprep selection are expected yield (400 ug for spin-column vs. 1-1.4 mg for high-yield/anion-exchange chemistry), endotoxin target relative to your transfection application's sensitivity, and lysate-clearing method relative to your centrifuge's capacity for 100-500 ml culture volumes. A maxiprep should specifically be used for culture volumes in the 100-500 ml range; smaller volumes are better served by <a href="https://mbpinc.net/reagents/molecular-biology/nucleic-acid-extraction-kits/plasmid-dna-extraction-kits/midiprep-kits">midiprep kits</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="https://mbpinc.net/reagents/molecular-biology/nucleic-acid-extraction-kits/plasmid-dna-extraction-kits/miniprep-kits">miniprep kits</a>. Labs running large-scale transfection or in vitro transcription/translation programs typically standardize on either high-yield anion-exchange maxipreps or automated processors to balance yield, endotoxin level, and hands-on time. The parent <a href="https://mbpinc.net/reagents/molecular-biology/nucleic-acid-extraction-kits/plasmid-dna-extraction-kits">plasmid DNA extraction kits category</a>&nbsp;covers the full mini-to-maxi range, while the broader&nbsp;<a href="https://mbpinc.net/reagents/molecular-biology/nucleic-acid-extraction-kits">nucleic acid extraction kits hub</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://mbpinc.net/reagents/molecular-biology/nucleic-acid-extraction-kits/dna-extraction-kits/genomic-dna">genomic DNA extraction kits category</a>&nbsp;link to chromosomal DNA workflows. Use MBP's&nbsp;<a href="https://mbpinc.net/quickorder">Quick Order tool</a>&nbsp;for case-quantity pricing on maxiprep kits or&nbsp;<a href="https://mbpinc.net/contact-us">contact the specialist team</a>&nbsp;for guidance on endotoxin levels and automation options for your transfection program.
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Maxiprep Kits

Plasmid Maxi Kit

Plasmid Maxi Kit (PD1511-00) by MBP purifies plasmid DNA from 150–250 mL bacterial cultures in less than 60 minutes. Listed for transfection, RFLP, DNA amplification, and automated sequencing. Available in 2 (PD1511-00), 10 (PD1511-01), and 25 (PD1511-02) prep sizes.

Plasmid Maxi Kit, 2 Preps

Plasmid Maxi Kit, 10 Preps

Plasmid Maxi Kit, 25 Preps

<h2>What are plasmid midiprep kits?</h2>
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A plasmid midiprep kit scales SDS/alkaline lysis and silica-membrane column binding (or anion-exchange resin with gravity flow) to 150-300 ml of overnight E. coli culture, recovering 0.5-2 mg of plasmid DNA with lysate clearing accomplished by high-speed centrifugation followed by a clearing column or filtration step, completable in as little as 30 minutes for some spin/vacuum formats. Related entities include high-speed centrifugation for lysate clearing, NucleoSnap-type midi formats, endotoxin removal washes, and downstream applications including moderate-scale transfection and multi-reaction restriction/sequencing work. Choose midiprep when miniprep yields (up to ~25-100 ug) aren't sufficient, but full maxiprep-scale culture volume (100-500 ml) and processing time aren't necessary.
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<h2>What you will find:</h2>
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<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Rapid 25-minute midiprep kits to bypass lengthy gravity-flow precipitation steps utilizing accelerated column dynamics</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Vacuum-assisted syringe-filter plasmid midi modules engineered for rapid and debris-free clearing of lysates without manual pelleting</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Endotoxin-free intermediate purification systems for sensitive mammalian cell screening by delivering transfection-grade constructs</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">High-purity silica spin-column configurations optimized for elution of high-copy vectors&nbsp;</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Advanced anion-exchange gravity-flow assemblies provide template purity for downstream sequencing.</li>
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<h2>How to choose a plasmid midiprep kit</h2>
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When midiprep fits between mini and maxi
Midiprep format is the right choice when your downstream application needs more DNA than a miniprep provides (roughly 20-100 ug depending on chemistry) but doesn't require the largest maxiprep-scale yields (up to 1 mg or more); 0.5-2 mg from 150-300 ml culture covers many moderate-scale transfection experiments and multi-replicate downstream reactions. If you find yourself running multiple minipreps to pool DNA for a single transfection, a single midiprep is often more efficient.
Lysate clearing method
Midiprep kits clear lysate using high-speed centrifugation followed by a clearing column (spin or vacuum format) or filtration through folded filters in anion-exchange systems; spin/vacuum clearing formats can complete the full protocol in as little as 30 minutes, while gravity-flow anion-exchange systems may take longer but avoid centrifugation steps for the binding/wash/elute portion. Match the clearing method to your lab's available centrifuge capacity (rotor size for 150-300 ml tubes) and time constraints.
Endotoxin-free midiprep options
For transfection of sensitive cell types, endotoxin-free midiprep kits using anion-exchange chemistry can achieve endotoxin removal in a unique washing step without additional incubations, suitable for transfection of highly sensitive cells, vaccination research, or gene therapy applications. If your midi-scale prep feeds directly into sensitive-cell transfection, confirm the kit's endotoxin specification (e.g., below 0.1 EU/ug) against your cell type's documented sensitivity.
Plasmid copy number and culture volume within the midi range
As with miniprep, plasmid copy number affects yield within the midiprep culture volume range - low-copy plasmids may need culture volumes toward the higher end (300 ml) to reach typical midi yields, while high-copy plasmids may reach 1-2 mg even at 150 ml. Plan culture volume within the midi range based on your specific vector rather than defaulting to the kit's maximum stated volume.
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<h2>Specifications context</h2>
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The key specs for midiprep selection are whether 0.5-2 mg from 150-300 ml culture meets your downstream DNA quantity needs without over- or under-scaling, lysate clearing method (centrifugation-based spin/vacuum vs. gravity-flow anion-exchange), and endotoxin status for transfection-sensitive applications. A midiprep completing in as little as 30 minutes via spin/vacuum clearing offers a time advantage over gravity-flow systems while still avoiding the larger culture volumes of maxiprep. Labs whose miniprep yields are consistently insufficient for their transfection protocols typically move to <a href="https://mbpinc.net/reagents/molecular-biology/nucleic-acid-extraction-kits/plasmid-dna-extraction-kits/midiprep-kits">midiprep kits</a>&nbsp;before considering&nbsp;<a href="https://mbpinc.net/reagents/molecular-biology/nucleic-acid-extraction-kits/plasmid-dna-extraction-kits/maxiprep-kits">maxiprep kits</a>, which require substantially more culture volume and processing time. The parent&nbsp;<a href="https://mbpinc.net/reagents/molecular-biology/nucleic-acid-extraction-kits/plasmid-dna-extraction-kits">plasmid DNA extraction kits category</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://mbpinc.net/reagents/molecular-biology/nucleic-acid-extraction-kits/plasmid-dna-extraction-kits/miniprep-kits">miniprep kits</a>&nbsp;cover smaller-scale options, while the broader&nbsp;<a href="https://mbpinc.net/reagents/molecular-biology/nucleic-acid-extraction-kits">nucleic acid extraction kits hub</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://mbpinc.net/reagents/molecular-biology/nucleic-acid-extraction-kits/dna-extraction-kits/genomic-dna">genomic DNA extraction kits category</a> link to chromosomal DNA workflows.
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Midiprep Kits

Plasmid Midi Kit I

Plasmid Midi Kit I (PD1411-00) by MBP uses a proprietary ezBind™ matrix allowing DNA to exclusively and efficiently bind while proteins and impurities are removed by wash buffer. Eluted with sterile water or Elution Buffer. Available in 2 (PD1411-00), 10 (PD1411-01), and 25 (PD1411-02) prep sizes.

Plasmid Midi Kit I , 2 Preps

Plasmid Midi Kit I , 10 Preps

Plasmid Midi Kit I , 25 Preps

Plasmid Midi Kit II

Plasmid Midi Kit II (PD1412-00) by MBP uses a proprietary ezBind™ matrix for highly efficient DNA binding. Proteins and impurities removed by Wash Buffer; eluted with sterile water or Elution Buffer. Available in 2 (PD1412-00), 10 (PD1412-01), and 25 (PD1412-02) prep sizes.

Plasmid Midi Kit II , 2 Preps

Plasmid Midi Kit II , 10 Preps

Plasmid Midi Kit II , 25 Preps

Plasmid Miniprep Kit I

Plasmid Miniprep Kit I (PD1211-00) by MBP uses a proprietary DNA binding system for high efficient reversible binding to a mini column. Proteins and impurities removed by wash buffer; eluted with sterile water or elution buffer. Available in 4 (PD1211-00), 50 (PD1211-01), and 250 (PD1211-02) prep sizes.

Plasmid Miniprep Kit I, 4 Preps

Plasmid Miniprep Kit I, 50 Preps

Plasmid Miniprep Kit I, 250 Preps

Plasmid Miniprep Kit II

Plasmid Miniprep Kit II (PD1213-00) by MBP uses proprietary ezBind™ matrix technology for efficient plasmid DNA purification from bacterial cultures, eluting with sterile water or Elution Buffer. Available in 4 (PD1213-00), 50 (PD1213-01), and 250 (PD1213-02) prep sizes. Ships ambient.

Plasmid Miniprep Kit II , 4 Preps

Plasmid Miniprep Kit II , 50 Preps

Plasmid Miniprep Kit II , 250 Preps

Plasmid ezFilter Maxi Kit

Plasmid ezFilter Maxi Kit (PD1512-00) by MBP uses an ezFilter to remove insolubles after cell lysis for maxi-scale plasmid DNA purification. Available in 2 (PD1512-00), 10 (PD1512-01), and 25 (PD1512-02) prep sizes. Ships ambient.

Plasmid ezFilter Maxi Kit,2 Preps

Plasmid ezFilter Maxi Kit, 10 Preps

Plasmid ezFilter Maxi Kit, 25 Preps

User Manual

ezFlow Endofree Plasmid Maxiprep

ezFlow Endofree Plasmid Maxiprep (PD1520-00) by MBP uses a proprietary Buffer RET system and ezBind™ matrix to remove endotoxin, proteins, and contaminants. Eluted with sterile water or TE buffer. Purified DNA is ion exchange resin residues free. Listed for transfection, restriction mapping, sequencing, gene therapy, and genetic vaccinations. Available in 2 (PD1520-00), 10 (PD1520-01), and 25 (PD1520-02) prep sizes.

ezFlow Endofree Plasmid Maxiprep, 2 Preps

ezFlow Endofree Plasmid Maxiprep, 10 Preps

ezFlow Endofree Plasmid Maxiprep, 25 Preps

ezFlow Endofree Plasmid Midiprep

ezFlow Endofree Plasmid Midiprep (PD1420-00) by MBP uses a proprietary ezBind™ matrix for exclusive DNA binding. No chaotropic salts in buffer; purified DNA is guanidine/anion exchange resin residues free. Eluted with sterile water or Elution Buffer. Available in 2 (PD1420-00), 10 (PD1420-01), 25 (PD1420-02), and 100 (PD1420-03) prep sizes.

ezFlow Endofree Plasmid Midiprep, 2 Preps

ezFlow Endofree Plasmid Midiprep, 10 Preps

ezFlow Endofree Plasmid Midiprep, 25 Preps

ezFlow Endofree Plasmid Midiprep, 100 Preps

ezFlow Endofree Plasmid Miniprep Kit

ezFlow Endofree Plasmid Miniprep Kit (PD1220-00) by MBP uses a proprietary DNA binding system for high efficient reversible binding to a mini column. Proteins and impurities removed by wash buffer; eluted with sterile water or elution buffer. Available in 4 (PD1220-00), 50 (PD1220-01), and 250 (PD1220-02) prep sizes.

ezFlow Endofree Plasmid Miniprep Kit, 4 Preps

ezFlow Endofree Plasmid Miniprep Kit, 50 Preps

ezFlow Endofree Plasmid Miniprep Kit, 250 Preps

ezFlow Endofree Plasmid Miniprep Kit II

ezFlow Endofree Plasmid Miniprep Kit II (PD1222-00) by MBP uses a proprietary DNA binding system for high efficient reversible binding to a mini column. Proteins and impurities removed by wash buffer; eluted with sterile water or elution buffer. Available in 2 (PD1222-00), 50 (PD1222-01), and 250 (PD1222-02) prep sizes.