PCR Strip Tubes & Caps

<h2 data-path-to-node="1"> What Are PCR Tube Racks?</h2>
 PCR tube racks are polypropylene holders that maintain 0.2 mL PCR tubes and strip tubes in a stable 8&times;12 (96-position) upright array during reaction setup, pre-PCR storage, and post-amplification handling. They stabilise tubes during multichannel pipetting, prevent tip deflection when dispensing with an 8-channel pipette, and serve as organisational tools for pre- and post-PCR sample management. Most racks accept both individual 0.2 mL tubes and 8-strip or 12-strip tubes in the same 96-well footprint.&nbsp;
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<h2 data-path-to-node="2">What you will find:</h2>
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96-well PCR tube racks for standard tube organization
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Color-coded PCR tube racks for sample tracking
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Stackable PCR tube racks for space-saving storage
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Autoclavable polypropylene tube racks for sterile workflows
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Racks for 0.2 mL PCR tubes and strip tubes
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Freezer-safe PCR tube storage racks for long-term use
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Ice-compatible PCR tube racks for cold-chain handling
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Multi-format tube racks for mixed sample workflows
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<h2 data-path-to-node="1"> How to Choose PCR Tube Racks</h2>
 Well Diameter and Tube Compatibility Standard 96-well PCR racks have a 5.2 mm well diameter, compatible with most 0.2 mL thin-wall PCR tubes from Globe Scientific, Nest Scientific, Axygen/Corning, Eppendorf, and equivalent brands. Confirm the collar diameter of your specific tube brand before ordering if using non-standard tube geometry. Lid: Hinged Flat vs Translucent Cover vs No Lid Hinged flat lids lie flush when open for unobstructed pipette access; the lid can be closed to protect tubes during incubation or transport. Translucent polycarbonate lids allow visual sample inspection without lid removal &mdash; useful for barcode readers that scan through the cover. Lidless racks are the simplest format for bench use, where brief sample exposure is acceptable. Colour Coding Racks are available in single colours (blue, green, pink, yellow, orange) and assorted multi-colour packs. Colour-coded racks help segregate pre-PCR and post-PCR samples, reducing cross-contamination risk in labs without fully separated pre/post-PCR workspaces. Autoclavability Polypropylene PCR tube racks are autoclavable at 121&deg;C (250&deg;F) for sterilisation between use cycles. Polycarbonate lids withstand repeated autoclave cycles at standard sterilisation conditions. SBS Footprint for Automation Select PCR strip racks with an SBS/SLAS-compliant footprint (127.76 &times; 85.47 mm) to enable use with robotic liquid handlers and automated workstations when processing strip tubes on automation platforms. 
<h2 data-path-to-node="1"> Specifications Context</h2>
 Standard 96-well PCR tube racks measure approximately 130 &times; 98 &times; 33 mm (L &times; W &times; H) with 5.2 mm well diameter and 9 mm well spacing. Polypropylene construction is chemical-resistant and autoclavable at 121&deg;C. Alphanumeric embossed grid (A&ndash;H rows, 1&ndash;12 columns) matches the labelling of PCR plates and plates for straightforward sample mapping. SP Bel-Art 96-well PCR racks and equivalent formats from Heathrow Scientific and Globe Scientific are widely distributed in North American research labs.&nbsp; 
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PCR Tube Racks

<h2 dir="ltr"> What Are 8-Strip PCR Tubes?</h2>
 8-strip PCR tubes are a connected row of eight individual thin-wall polypropylene tubes supplied as a single unit, designed for simultaneous processing of eight reactions per strip. The strip format accommodates multichannel pipettes at standard 9 mm well spacing, reducing setup time compared to handling individual tubes one at a time. Available in 0.2 mL for standard thermal cycler blocks and 0.1 mL for fast-block or low-profile instruments. Caps are available attached (dome or flat) or as separate cap strips for labs that prefer independent tube and cap management. 8-strip tubes are the most efficient manual format for 8- or 16-sample PCR batches &mdash; choose 0.2 mL for standard blocks, 0.1 mL for fast-block cyclers.
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0.2 mL 8-strip PCR tubes for standard thermal cyclers
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Clear 8-strip tubes for general PCR applications
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White 8-strip PCR tubes for improved qPCR signal detection
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Optically clear strip caps for real-time PCR assays
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Flat cap 8-strip tubes for tight sealing performance
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Attached cap strip tubes for faster workflow setup
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DNase- and RNase-free PCR strip tubes for clean reactions
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Thin-wall 8-strip tubes for fast and even heat transfer
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Compatible strip formats for most PCR and qPCR instruments
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<h2 dir="ltr"> How to Choose 8-Strip PCR Tubes</h2>
 Volume: 0.2 mL vs 0.1 mL Standard 0.2 mL strips fit conventional tall-block cyclers, including Bio-Rad T100, Eppendorf Mastercycler, and Applied Biosystems Veriti. Low-profile 0.1 mL strips are required for fast-block instruments such as the Applied Biosystems StepOnePlus, Bio-Rad CFX96 Fast, and Roche LightCycler 480, where the shallower well reduces thermal equilibration time and supports faster cycling protocols. Cap Style: Dome vs Flat, Optical vs Separate Cap Strip Attached dome caps are the standard choice for endpoint PCR, where no fluorescence is read through the cap lid. Flat optically clear attached caps &mdash; or separately purchased optical cap strips &mdash; are required for real-time qPCR when detection occurs through the top of the tube; dome caps attenuate fluorescence and compromise Ct consistency. Separate cap strips offer flexibility to mix dome and flat caps on the same strip. Attached vs Separate Caps Attached caps prevent cap mix-ups and reduce handling steps in high-throughput setups. Separate cap strips (tube strip + cap strip sold together in the same bag) allow independent tube loading and cap seating &mdash; preferred when using automated liquid handlers or when labelling the cap exterior is important. Colour Options Clear strips are standard; assorted colour packs (clear, red, yellow, blue, green) allow colour-coded sample tracking. White polypropylene strips increase qPCR fluorescence signal in bottom-read optical configurations by reflecting emission back through the detector. Strip Rigidity Split-apart strips (perforated between tubes) allow individual tubes to be broken off from the strip &mdash; useful when fewer than 8 reactions are needed and waste reduction matters. 
<h2 dir="ltr"> Specifications Context</h2>
 8-strip tube walls are typically 0.25&ndash;0.35 mm thick virgin polypropylene free of additives, antistatic agents, and dyes. Certified DNase-free, RNase-free, human DNA-free, and PCR inhibitor-free per independent lot testing. Standard packs contain 120 strips (960 reactions) for 0.2 mL format; 0.1 mL packs are often 120 strips as well. As of 2026, Axygen (Corning) PCR-0208-C and equivalent Globe Scientific formats are widely distributed through North American channels.&nbsp;
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8 Strip PCR Tubes

DataSheet

0.1 ml Low profile 8-strip Tubes and 8-strip Caps

PCR-0108LP by Novas Bio — 0.1 mL low-profile 8-strip PCR tubes with optically clear flat caps, thin-wall medical-grade PP, DNase/RNase/Human DNA-free, non-pyrogenic, 120 strips/pack. Compatible with Applied Biosystems, Bio-Rad, and Roche qPCR systems.

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0.1ml Thin Wall Clear 8-Strip Tubes Low Profile, Clear and 8-Strip Optically Clear Caps 120/PK 10PK/CS

0.1ml Thin Wall Clear 8-Strip Tubes Low Profile, White and 8-Strip Optically Clear Caps 120/PK 10PK/CS

<h2 dir="ltr">What are Corbett-style PCR Tubes?</h2>
 Corbett-style PCR tubes are 0.1 mL thin-wall polypropylene tube strips in a 4-tube format specifically designed for the circular rotor of QIAGEN/Corbett Rotor-Gene instruments. Unlike standard 8-strip tubes designed for rectangular 96-well blocks, Corbett-style 4-strip tubes seat into the 72-well circular rotor of Rotor-Gene Q, 6000, and 3000 models, where centrifugal force distributes the reaction evenly across the tube during thermal cycling. They are the instrument-specific consumables for Rotor-Gene qPCR and cannot be substituted with standard strip tubes. Tube and cap strips are packaged separately in the same bag for independent handling and labelling.&nbsp; Corbett-style 4-strips are the only strip format that seats correctly in the Rotor-Gene 72-well rotor &mdash; do not substitute 8-strip tubes. 
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0.1 mL Corbett style 4-strip PCR tubes for Rotor-Gene systems
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Matching 4-strip caps for secure sealing
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Optical clear strip tubes for real-time PCR detection
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Thin-wall polypropylene tubes for fast heat transfer
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DNase- and RNase-free PCR strip tubes for clean reactions
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Low-profile strip formats for efficient cycling performance
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qPCR-compatible strip tubes for fluorescence-based assays
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Pre-attached cap strip options for faster workflow setup
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<h2 dir="ltr"> How to Choose Corbett Style PCR Tubes</h2>
 Instrument Generation Corbett-style tubes are compatible across QIAGEN Rotor-Gene Q (current), Corbett Rotor-Gene 6000, Rotor-Gene 3000, and earlier models that all use the 72-well circular rotor. Confirm your rotor model (72-well vs 36-well) before ordering; the 36-well rotor uses 0.2 mL tubes, not 0.1 mL 4-strips. Cap Transparency Optically clear caps are standard and required for qPCR fluorescence detection (SYBR Green, FAM, ROX, Cy5, and other dye channels). Frosted-extension caps with clear tips combine a writeable label area with optical clarity at the tube bottom &mdash; useful for batch identification. Tube and Cap Packaging Separately Tube strips and cap strips are packaged in separate bags within the same unit. This allows caps to be removed without disturbing the tubes &mdash; particularly important when using the QIAgility liquid handler for automated setup on the Rotor-Gene platform. Purity and Material Specify tubes manufactured from virgin medical-grade polypropylene, certified DNase-free, RNase-free, human DNA-free, endotoxin-free, and PCR inhibitor-free. Roentgen (X-ray) transparent designation is sometimes listed &mdash; relevant for labs that scan tubes for secondary QC. 
<h2 dir="ltr"> Specifications Context</h2>
 Corbett-style 4-strip tubes have a 0.1 mL (100 &micro;L) total volume with a working volume of 10&ndash;50 &micro;L as specified by QIAGEN for Rotor-Gene Q protocols. The polypropylene body is optically transparent, provides no background fluorescence, and is certified free of DNase, RNase, DNA, endotoxin, and PCR inhibitors per independent lot testing. Axygen (Corning) PCR-0104-C, SSI Bio Corbett-type strips, and equivalent third-party formats are widely distributed alternatives to QIAGEN OEM strips and offer equivalent performance at lower cost.&nbsp; 
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Corbett Style PCR Tubes

0.1ml Thin Wall PCR 4-Strip Tubes and Caps, Rotor-Gene Q compatible, Clear 250/PK 10PK/CS

PCR-0104 by Novas Bio — 0.1 mL 4-strip PCR tubes and caps, medical-grade PP, optically clear, Rotor-Gene Q 72-well rotor compatible, pyrogen/RNase/DNase/BSE-TSE-free, 250 strips/pack.

0.2 ml 8-strip PCR Tubes and 8-strip Caps

PCR-0208 by Novas Bio — 0.2 mL 8-strip PCR tubes with separate 8-strip caps, polypropylene, clear, thin-walled for efficient heat transfer, compatible with standard 96-well thermal cycler blocks. 120 strips per pack.

Color

0.2ml Thin Wall Clear 8-Strip PCR Tubes 125/PK 10PK/CS

0.2ml Thin Wall Clear 8-Strip Tubes and 8-Strip Caps, flat caps 120/PK 10PK/CS

0.2ml Thin Wall Clear 8-Strip Tubes and 8-Strip Caps, optically clear flat caps, for qPCR 120/PK 10PK/CS

0.2ml Thin Wall Clear 8-Strip PCR Tubes with attached Frosted Flat Caps 120/PK 10PK/CS

0.2ml Thin Wall Clear 8-Strip PCR Tubes with attached Optically Clear Caps, for qPCR 120/PK 10PK/CS

0.2ml Thin Wall Clear 8-Strip PCR Tubes with attached Optically Clear Caps, for qPCR, recessed window 120/PK 10PK/CS

8-strip Caps for use with 0.2 ml 8-strip PCR Tubes

PCR-0208CP by Novas Bio — 8-strip caps for 0.2 mL PCR tubes, medical-grade PP, DNase/RNase/human DNA-free, non-pyrogenic. Available in frosted flat (PCR-0208CP-F), optically clear flat (PCR-0208CP-RT), and clear with recessed window (PCR-0208CP-Q). 125 strips/pack.

Frosted Flat 8-Strip Cap, for writing 125/PK 10PK/CS

Optically Clear Flat 8-Strip Cap, for qPCR 125/PK 10PK/CS

Optically Clear Flat 8-Strip Cap, for qPCR, featuring recessed window 125/PK 10PK/CS

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