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Storage Boxes & Racks

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Laboratory storage boxes and racks are essential organizational systems used to store, organize, and protect cryogenic vials, microcentrifuge tubes, centrifuge tubes, and microscope slides across freezers, cold rooms, and benchtop environments. Storage boxes are typically lidded, grid-based containers used for long-term sample organization in ultra-low temperature conditions, while racks are open-frame supports used for active handling during laboratory workflows such as pipetting, vortexing, and reaction setup.
Cryogenic storage boxes are commonly designed to hold 81 vials (9&times;9 format) or 100 vials (10&times;10 format), and are compatible with storage conditions ranging from &ndash;196 &deg;C in liquid nitrogen vapor phase to +121 &deg;C for autoclave sterilization (depending on material). Tube racks, on the other hand, provide stable upright positioning of tubes during active benchwork and are not primarily intended for long-term freezer storage.
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Cryogenic storage boxes for vials and microtubes
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Freezer storage boxes for -20&deg;C and -80&deg;C applications
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PCR tube racks for 0.2 mL tubes and strips
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Microcentrifuge tube racks for 0.5 mL to 2 mL tubes
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Polypropylene (PP) autoclavable storage boxes
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Stackable storage boxes for space-saving organization
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Hinged lid storage boxes for secure sample protection
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Color-coded racks for easy sample identification
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<h2 data-section-id="flyrii" data-start="1159" data-end="1199">How to Choose Storage Boxes and Racks</h2>
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Vial Format and Capacity
The first selection criterion is compatibility with tube size and grid layout. The most common format is the 81-place (9&times;9) box designed for 1.0&ndash;2.0 mL cryovials. Smaller or specialized formats may accommodate 5 mL tubes or different vial diameters depending on grid spacing. Proper matching ensures secure fit, easy retrieval, and consistent sample organization in high-density storage systems.
Temperature Range
Material selection determines allowable storage conditions. Polycarbonate cryogenic boxes are the most versatile, supporting temperatures from liquid nitrogen levels (&ndash;196 &deg;C) through &ndash;80 &deg;C freezer storage and up to autoclave sterilization at +121 &deg;C. Cardboard freezer boxes with moisture-resistant coating are designed for economical freezer storage and can withstand ultra-low temperatures, but they are not suitable for autoclaving or long-term moisture exposure.
Tube Rack Materials and Use
Polypropylene racks are widely used because they are autoclavable and chemically resistant, making them suitable for sterile workflows. ABS and polystyrene racks provide lower-cost alternatives for general laboratory bench use but are not designed for autoclave conditions. For freezer organization, stainless steel racks are often used to hold multiple cryoboxes within &ndash;80 &deg;C upright freezer systems, improving accessibility and spatial organization.
Slide Storage Boxes
Microscope slide storage boxes are designed to protect standard 25 &times; 75 mm slides. They are available in 25-, 50-, and 100-slide capacities. Polypropylene versions are autoclavable and suitable for sterilized workflows, while fiberboard or ABS versions are typically used for room-temperature archival storage and transport.
Color Coding and Sample Identification
Color-coded storage boxes are widely used in biobanking and high-throughput laboratories to quickly differentiate sample groups without opening boxes or reading labels at freezer temperatures. Common systems include multiple lid colors paired with alphanumeric grids inside the box, enabling precise sample tracking and retrieval in large inventories.
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<h2 data-section-id="1jl751w" data-start="4067" data-end="4092">Specifications Context</h2>
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Modern polycarbonate cryogenic storage boxes are engineered for extreme temperature stability, typically rated from &ndash;196 &deg;C to +121 &deg;C, allowing use across liquid nitrogen vapor phase storage, &ndash;80 &deg;C freezers, and autoclave sterilization cycles. Cardboard freezer boxes are coated to resist moisture ingress and are optimized for cost-efficient high-density storage in ultra-low temperature environments.
The 81-place (9&times;9 grid) polycarbonate cryobox remains the standard format in most biorepositories and clinical research facilities due to its compatibility with SBS footprint freezer systems and automated inventory tracking workflows. These systems are widely used in genomics, cell banking, and pharmaceutical research environments.
For product details, specifications, or bulk ordering support, <a href="https://mbpinc.net/contact-us">the MBP team can help you</a> choose the right storage solution for your laboratory needs.

TUFFBLOK Rectangular Tube Racks, Expandable 4-Way, with Lids, PP, Link Together, Four Colors (Red, Yellow, Blue, Green), CS/16

456950AST by Globe Scientific is a case of 16 TUFFBLOK rectangular tube racks in four assorted colors (Red, Yellow, Blue, Green), molded from autoclavable polypropylene with an expandable 4-way interlocking design and individual lids. ISO 9001:2015 manufactured; built for color-coded sample organization and scalable bench-top tube arrays.

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TUFFBLOK Square Tube Racks, Expandable 4-Way, PP, Link Together, Four Colors (Red, Yellow, Blue, Green), CS/16

The 456960AST by Globe Scientific is an assorted-color case of 16 TUFFBLOK™ 4-Way interlocking tube racks in polypropylene (PP) — 4 each of Red, Yellow, Blue, and Green. Racks link together on all four sides to create a modular, color-coded benchtop rack system; autoclavable.

Thermal Cyclers

<h2>What are PCR thermal cyclers?</h2>
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PCR thermal cyclers are precision temperature-cycling instruments that repeatedly heat and cool a block of sample wells through defined temperature profiles &mdash; denaturation, annealing, and extension temperatures &mdash; to drive the polymerase chain reaction amplification of target DNA sequences. The instrument's ability to cycle rapidly and reproducibly between temperatures, typically 94&ndash;98&deg;C for denaturation, 50&ndash;72&deg;C for primer annealing, and 68&ndash;72&deg;C for extension, and to maintain temperature uniformity across the entire sample block, directly determines the quality and consistency of PCR results.
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<h2>How to choose a PCR thermal cycler</h2>
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Choose gradient capability when optimizing new primer pairs
A gradient thermal cycler applies a range of annealing temperatures simultaneously across different columns or rows of the sample block in a single run &mdash; for example, 50&ndash;65&deg;C across eight columns &mdash; allowing the optimal annealing temperature for a new primer pair to be determined in one experiment rather than running separate reactions at each temperature.
Choose fast-ramp-rate cyclers to reduce protocol time
Standard thermal cycler ramp rates of approximately 2&ndash;3&deg;C/second can make a standard 30-cycle PCR protocol take 90 minutes or more. Fast-ramp cyclers with ramp rates of 5&ndash;10&deg;C/second reduce total PCR run time to 30&ndash;60 minutes, increasing laboratory throughput when many PCR reactions are run daily.
Confirm block format matches your tube and plate consumables
Thermal cyclers are available with 96-well, 384-well, and 24-well blocks, as well as multi-format lids and interchangeable block systems. The block format must match the PCR tubes, strip tubes, or plates you use; a 96-well cycler cannot accept 384-well plates without a dedicated 384-well block insert.
Evaluate heated lid temperature and pressure for your consumable format
The heated lid is a critical component that presses against the PCR tube caps and heats the tube top above the reaction temperature to prevent condensation from forming inside the tube during cycling. Lid temperature, typically 105&deg;C, and lid pressure must be compatible with the PCR tubes or plates used.
Consider connectivity and software for remote monitoring and data logging
Modern thermal cyclers offer USB, Ethernet, or Wi-Fi connectivity for remote cycle status monitoring, run history logging, and data export. For labs sharing instruments or needing run records for GLP compliance, connectivity and logging features reduce manual record-keeping.
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<h2>Specifications context</h2>
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Temperature uniformity across the thermal cycler block &mdash; expressed as the maximum temperature difference between wells at any point in the cycle &mdash; is one of the most important specifications for PCR reproducibility, with high-quality cyclers specifying &plusmn;0.2&deg;C or better uniformity. As of 2026, connected thermal cyclers with touchscreen interfaces, cloud run logging, and remote monitoring have become the standard configuration for new instrument purchases in well-equipped molecular biology labs.
<a href="https://mbpinc.net/contact-us" style="color: #236fa1; text-decoration: underline;">Contact </a><a href="https://mbpinc.net/contact-us" style="color: #236fa1; text-decoration: underline;">the MBP team</a> today to request a quote and find the right PCR thermal cycler for your application.

PCR Thermal Cyclers

Product Literature

TC 9639 Gradient Thermal Cycler Accessories

TC 9639 Gradient Thermal Cycler

T5000 by Benchmark Scientific is the TC 9639 Gradient Thermal Cycler, available with a 96-well multiformat block (T5000-96) or a 384-well block (T5000-384), offering 5C/sec ramp rate, +/-0.2C accuracy, gradient across the block, and full-color touchscreen control.

Capacity 9639 Block

Capacity 384 Well Block

In-Situ Adapter

Temp. Control Range

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Accuracy / Uniformity

Ramp Rate

Lid Temp

Program Memory

Gradient range/differential

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Multiuser Login

Power Failure Restart

Power Supply

Communication

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TC 9639 Gradient Thermal Cycler with multiformat block with US Plug

TC 9639 Gradient Thermal Cycler with multiformat block, 230V

TC 9639 Gradient Thermal Cycler with 384 well block with US Plug

TC 9639 Gradient Thermal Cycler with 384 well block, 230V

12 Vial Cell Freezing Container

Unit Quantity

Volume

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10x10 Microtube Freezer Storage Box, Plastic

Concentration

Storage Condition

MultiCycler, MultiBlock Thermal Cycler

T3-TC by Benchmark Scientific is the MultiCycler, a thermal cycler with multiple independent cycling blocks in a single unit. Available as a dual-block (2 x 48 wells) or triple-block (3 x 32 wells) model, each block runs independently with gradient, adjustable ramp rates, and a 10-inch full-color touchscreen.

Capacity

MultiCycler 248

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Gradient Functionality

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MultiCycler 228, MultiBlock Thermal Cycler, 2 x 48 x 0.2ml

MultiCycler 332, MultiBlock Thermal Cycler, 3 x 32 x 0.2ml

TC 32 Mini Thermal Cycler with multiformat block

T5005-3205 by Benchmark Scientific is the TC-32 Mini Thermal Cycler, a 32-well (4 x 8) thermocycler for 0.2mL tubes or 8-strip PCR tubes, with a 5C/sec ramp rate, full-color touchscreen, and a footprint smaller than an average laboratory notebook.

8 x 0.2ml strips

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TC 32 Mini Thermal Cycler with multiformat block with US Plug

TC 32 Mini Thermal Cycler with multiformat block, 230V

Orbital Shaker

<h2>What are orbital shakers?</h2>
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Orbital shakers are laboratory mixing platforms that move their platform surface in a horizontal circular (orbital) motion at controlled speed, agitating the contents of vessels clamped or placed on the platform by inertial forces as the platform traces a circular path. The circular orbit creates a mixing pattern in flask liquids that promotes oxygen transfer from the headspace into the culture broth, which is the rate-limiting step for aerobic bacterial and yeast cultures grown in shaking flasks. Orbital shaker speed, orbit diameter, and fill volume together determine the mixing intensity and oxygen transfer rate in a culture.
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<a href="https://mbpinc.net/equipments/agitation-equipment/orbital-shakers/orbital-shaker-accessories">Orbital Shaker Accessories:</a> A comprehensive range of universal spring platforms, adjustable roller bars for non-standard vessels, stacking decks, and toolless MAGic Clamp&trade; magnetic holders for flasks and microplates.
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Choose an incubated orbital shaker for bacterial, yeast, or mammalian culture
Incubated orbital shakers maintain above-ambient temperature inside an integrated chamber, allowing cultures to grow at their optimum temperature while being agitated. This format is commonly used for microbial culture, protein expression, fermentation screening, and other temperature-controlled applications.
Choose a refrigerated shaker for cold-temperature incubation or hybridization
Refrigerated orbital shakers maintain temperatures below ambient, typically from approximately 4&deg;C to room temperature, making them suitable for enzyme reactions, nucleic acid hybridization, and other temperature-sensitive workflows requiring agitation.
Match orbit diameter to your flask size and culture volume
Orbital shakers are available with different orbit diameters, commonly 1 cm, 2 cm, 3 cm, and 5 cm. Smaller orbits are generally used for smaller flasks and lower volumes, while larger orbits provide increased liquid movement and aeration for larger flasks and higher culture volumes.
Select a speed range appropriate for your application
Different applications require different shaking speeds. Microbial culture often operates at higher speeds to support oxygen transfer, while hybridization, staining, and washing procedures typically require gentler agitation. Selecting a shaker with a broad speed range increases flexibility across applications.
Confirm platform size and maximum load capacity
Platform dimensions determine how many flasks, bottles, or microplates can be processed simultaneously. Maximum load capacity should accommodate the combined weight of vessels and media to ensure stable operation during continuous shaking.
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The oxygen transfer rate in a shaking flask depends on shaking speed, orbit diameter, flask geometry, and fill volume. Appropriate combinations of these variables improve mixing efficiency and culture performance. Stackable orbital shakers remain a common solution for laboratories that require multiple simultaneous culture conditions while conserving bench and floor space.
Ready to stabilize your shaking protocols? Explore our digital orbital shakers and dynamic platform accessories, and <a href="https://mbpinc.net/contact-us">contact the MBP team</a> for a quote today.

Orbital Shakers

Product literature

Stacking Platform, extra large 14"x12" with flat mat (3.0" separation)

Orbi-Blotter™ with non-slip rubber mat platform (14x12") Accessories

Orbi-Blotter™ with non slip rubber mat platform

BT30 by Benchmark Scientific is a 3–70 RPM variable-speed orbital shaker with a 19 mm orbit, 14×12 in non-slip rubber mat platform, and 4 kg capacity — designed for Western blot washing, gel staining/destaining, and membrane incubation. The brushless motor operates in incubators and cold rooms (115 V or 230 V); 2-year warranty included.

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Electrical

Orbi-Blotter™ with non slip rubber mat platform(14x12"), 115V

Orbi-Blotter™ with non slip rubber mat platform(14x12"), 230V

Brochure

MAGic Clamp 3D Demonstration

Orbi-Shaker™ CO2 with remote controller and rubber mat platform (13"x12")

The BT4001 by Benchmark Scientific is the Orbi-Shaker™ CO2 — an orbital shaker built for continuous operation inside CO2 incubators. Speed range 30–300 rpm, 19 mm orbit, 13"×12" rubber mat platform (1×2 L or 5×1 L flask capacity), operating range 0–65°C / 100% humidity. Includes touch-screen remote controller. 115V or 230V, 2-year warranty.

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Orbi-Shaker™ CO2 with remote controller and rubber mat platform (13"x12"), 115V

Orbi-Shaker™ CO2 with remote controller and rubber mat platform (13"x12"), 230V

MAGic Clamp magnetic clamp, 3000mL Erlenmeyer (max. 4)

MAGic Clamp magnetic clamp, 2000mL Erlenmeyer (max. 5)

MAGic Clamp Tube rack, 30x15mL & 20x50mL tubes (max. 1)

MAGic Clamp magnetic clamp, 1000mL Erlenmeyer (max. 4)

MAGic Clamp magnetic clamp, 500mL Erlenmeyer (max. 6)

MAGic Clamp magnetic clamp, 250mL Erlenmeyer (max. 8)

MAGic Clamp magnetic clamp, 125mL Erlenmeyer (max. 12)

MAGic Clamp magnetic clamp, 50mL Erlenmeyer (max. 20)

MAGic Clamp magnetic clamp, 25mL Erlenmeyer

MAGic Clamp magnetic clamp, one microplate (max. 4)

MAGic Clamp™ Magnetic Clamps Accessories

Orbi-Shaker™XL orbital shaker with flat mat platform

The BT1011 by Benchmark Scientific is the XL Orbi-Shaker orbital shaker for bench use: 30–300 rpm on a 19 mm orbit, 18 × 18 inch platform for up to 5 × 2 L flasks (65 lb max load), touch screen control, and rated +4 °C to +65 °C.

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Dimensions (WxDxH)

Orbi-Shaker™XL orbital shaker with flat mat platform, 115V

Orbi-Shaker™XL orbital shaker with flat mat platform, 230V

Orbi-Shaker™ CO2-MP with remote controller

The BT4500 Orbi-Shaker™ CO2-MP by Benchmark Scientific is an orbital microplate shaker for continuous use inside CO2 incubators, holding up to 6 microplates (standard or deep-well) on a 13 × 12 inch platform at 200–1,200 RPM with a 2 mm orbit. Rated 0–65°C and 100% humidity; includes a magnetic remote controller for external incubator operation. Dimensions 30 × 34 × 9 cm; weight 11.5 kg; 115V or 230V (BT4500-E), 600W; 2-year warranty.

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Cord Length

Orbi-Shaker™ CO2-MP with remote controller and platform for 6 microplates, 115V

Orbi-Shaker™ CO2-MP with remote controller and platform for 6 microplates, 230V