MTC Bio has established itself as a trusted provider of laboratory consumables engineered to support critical workflows, from sample storage and centrifugation to liquid handling, biohazard waste management, and cryogenic preservation. Laboratories rely on MTC Bio for cost-effective, technically sound products that perform reliably in demanding scientific environments.
This collection brings together the brand's core consumable lines: sterile centrifuge tubes, deep well plates and tip combs, test and culture tubes, flow cytometry tubes, microtubes, pipette controllers and pipettors, cryogenic vials, culture flasks, and biohazard waste containment products.
Sterile Centrifuge Tubes
MTC Bio offers a full range of large-format, sterile polypropylene centrifuge tubes for high-volume sample processing. The MTC Bio C1500 500 mL Sterile PP Centrifuge Tubes and MTC Bio C1250 250 mL Sterile PP Centrifuge Tubes, supplied with a rack, support bulk sample preparation, while the MTC Bio C0225 225 mL and MTC Bio C0175 175 mL Centrifuge Tubes offer screw-cap sealing in mid-range volumes for routine spin-down and separation workflows.
Deep Well Plates and Tip Combs
The OptiWell line covers high-throughput sample handling needs. The MTC Bio D3096-19 OptiWell 1.0 mL 96-Square Deep Well Plate, V-Bottom, and MTC Bio D3096-13 OptiWell 1.0 mL 96-Square Deep Well Plate, U-Bottom, support automated liquid handling and storage, while the MTC Bio D3096-01 Series OptiWell Deep Well Plates, 96 Round Wells, 0.36 mL, V-Bottom, suit smaller sample volumes. The MTC Bio D3340-08S OptiWell Tip Combs, 8-Channel, V-Bottom, are built for compatibility with Kingfisher and IsoPure extraction systems.
Test Tubes, Culture Tubes, and Flow Cytometry Tubes
For general lab use, the MTC Bio T11XX Test Tubes, 3 mL and 5 mL, Non-Sterile, Rimless, provide a straightforward option for routine sample handling, while the MTC Bio DuoClick Screw-Cap Culture Tubes, 14 mL, offer secure sealing for culture work in sterile and non-sterile formats. The MTC Bio T9020 FlowTubes Flow Cytometry/FACS Tubes, sold in bulk packs, are sized and shaped for direct use in flow cytometry and cell sorting instruments.
Microtubes and Culture Flasks
The MTC Bio ClearSeal Screw-Cap Microtubes, 0.5 mL to 2.0 mL, Sterile, provide secure, leak-resistant storage for small sample volumes, and the MTC Bio Erlenmeyer Shaker Flasks, 125 mL, Sterile, Vented Screw Cap, support cell culture and fermentation work that requires reliable aeration and containment on an orbital shaker.
Pipette Controllers and Pipettors
Accurate liquid handling is supported by the MTC Bio ProPette REACH Long Neck Pipette Controller, built for reaching deep vessels and tall containers, and the MTC Bio ProPette LE Single Channel Pipettors, available in the MTC Bio P5200-2XX (0.2 to 200 microliters) and MTC Bio P5200-1XX (1 microliter to 10 mL) ranges, covering both micro-volume and larger-volume pipetting needs.
Cryogenic Vials
For laboratories handling sensitive biological materials, the MTC Bio V480X Cryogenic Vials, internally threaded, sterile, and skirted, are built to endure ultra-low temperatures for reliable long-term storage of cells, tissues, and other biological samples in liquid nitrogen or mechanical freezers.
Biohazard Waste Management
Safe disposal of biological waste is supported by the MTC Bio A8002B Large Biohazard Bin With Foot Pedal Lid, a 26-gallon container with a printed biohazard symbol for hands-free, compliant waste collection. The MTC Bio A8003R and MTC Bio A8001R BowTie Biohazard Autoclave Bags, in red and available in multiple sizes, are built to withstand autoclave sterilization cycles while containing biohazardous material securely.
Why Labs Choose MTC Bio
MTC Bio products are manufactured under controlled conditions to support consistent quality and sterility across centrifugation, sample transport, cryogenic storage, and liquid handling protocols used in molecular biology, clinical testing, environmental research, and genomics. Features such as clear graduations, secure screw-cap sealing, and broad temperature tolerance help labs reduce handling errors and maintain sample integrity from collection through storage.
Choosing the Right MTC Bio Product
Start with the workflow being supported: high-volume sample processing calls for large-format centrifuge tubes, automated or high-throughput handling calls for OptiWell deep well plates and tip combs, and long-term biological storage calls for cryogenic vials rated for ultra-low temperatures. Match tube and plate formats to existing rotors, instruments, and sample volumes, and confirm sterility requirements for clinical or highly sensitive research applications before ordering.
Compare MTC Bio Products
| Model | Product | Key Feature | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| C1500 | 500 mL Sterile PP Centrifuge Tubes | Large-format, sterile polypropylene | High-volume sample processing |
| D3096-19 | OptiWell 1.0 mL 96-Square Deep Well Plate | V-bottom, sterile and non-sterile | Automated liquid handling |
| T9020 | FlowTubes Flow Cytometry/FACS Tubes | Bulk pack, instrument-ready sizing | Flow cytometry and cell sorting |
| ClearSeal | Screw-Cap Microtubes, 0.5 to 2.0 mL | Sterile, leak-resistant | Small-volume sample storage |
| P5200-2XX | ProPette LE Single Channel Pipettors | 0.2 to 200 microliter range | Micro-volume liquid handling |
| V480X | Cryogenic Vials, Internally Threaded | Sterile, skirted, ultra-low temperature rated | Long-term biological sample storage |
| A8002B | Large Biohazard Bin With Foot Pedal Lid | 26-gallon capacity, hands-free lid | Biohazard waste collection |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What sizes are available in the MTC Bio centrifuge tube line?
A: MTC Bio offers sterile polypropylene centrifuge tubes in 175 mL, 225 mL, 250 mL, and 500 mL sizes, with the 250 mL option supplied with a rack.
Q: What is the OptiWell line used for?
A: The OptiWell line includes 96-well deep well plates in square and round-well formats along with matching tip combs, designed for automated and high-throughput liquid handling on systems such as Kingfisher and IsoPure.
Q: Are MTC Bio FlowTubes compatible with flow cytometry instruments?
A: Yes. The MTC Bio T9020 FlowTubes are sized and shaped for direct use in flow cytometry and cell sorting instruments and are sold in bulk packs.
Q: What temperature range do MTC Bio cryogenic vials support?
A: The MTC Bio V480X Cryogenic Vials are sterile, internally threaded, and skirted for stable storage of biological samples at ultra-low temperatures, including in liquid nitrogen.
Q: What pipette volume ranges does MTC Bio cover?
A: The ProPette LE Single Channel Pipettors are available in a 0.2 to 200 microliter range and a 1 microliter to 10 mL range, covering both micro-volume and larger-volume pipetting.
Q: Are MTC Bio biohazard bags autoclave safe?
A: Yes. The MTC Bio BowTie Biohazard Autoclave Bags are built to withstand autoclave sterilization cycles while containing biohazardous material securely.