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High‑Quality Laboratory Flasks for Research, Cell Culture, and More
MIDSCI™ offers a comprehensive selection of laboratory flasks built for precision, durability, and reliable performance in life science and chemistry labs. Whether you’re culturing cells, preparing solutions, performing titrations, or running chemical reactions, our lab flasks are designed to support consistent results. Choose from trusted brands like TPP, PR1MA™, and MTC™ Bio, with options in borosilicate glass, polycarbonate, and other lab‑grade materials to match your application.
Our inventory includes Erlenmeyer flasks, volumetric flasks, tissue culture flasks, and suspension flasks, available in a wide range of sizes and formats. Many options feature clear graduations, chemical and heat resistance, and compatibility with stoppers, caps, and tubing for closed‑system workflows. With sterile and non‑sterile options, MIDSCI™ makes it easy to find the right flask for both routine lab work and specialized research.
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PR1MA™ Vented PETG Erlenmeyer Flasks
PR1MA™ Vented PETG Erlenmeyer Flasks are designed for reliable performance in mammalian suspension culture, as well as bacterial and yeast applications. Manufactured from medical-grade virgin PETG, these flasks help reduce gas permeability while maintaining consistent culture conditions for dependable results.
Equipped with a vented cap featuring a 0.22 uM hydrophobic membrane, these flasks allow for efficient gas exchange while minimizing the risk of contamination. The oversized vent area further enhances airflow, improving culture performance in demanding applications. PR1MA™ flasks are also available with solid cap options, eliminating the risk of unintended venting commonly associated with combination caps.
Each flask features a plain bottom design for stable use and is individually packaged sterile, ensuring ease of handling, storage, and immediate use in laboratory environments.
Main Attributes
- Designed for mammalian suspension culture, bacterial, and yeast applications
- Vented cap with 0.22 uM hydrophobic membrane for gas exchange without contamination
- Oversized vent area improves airflow and culture efficiency
- Available with solid or vented caps for workflow flexibility
- Eliminates unintended venting compared to combination caps
- Made from medical-grade virgin PETG to reduce gas permeability
- Plain bottom design for stability
- Sterile, individually bagged packaging for convenience and cleanliness
Benefits
- Enhances cell growth with improved gas exchange
- Maintains sterile conditions during culture
- Provides consistent and reliable performance
- Flexible options to meet different laboratory needs
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PR1MA™ Non-Vented PETG Erlenmeyer Flasks
Sterile culture flasks.
PR1MA™ Non-Vented PETG Erlenmeyer Flasks are designed for reliable performance in mammalian suspension culture as well as bacterial and yeast applications. Manufactured from medical-grade virgin PETG, these flasks provide reduced gas permeability, supporting controlled culture conditions and helping maintain sample integrity.
Available with solid or vented cap options, PR1MA™ flasks give laboratories the flexibility to choose the ideal configuration for their workflow while eliminating the risk of unintended venting associated with combination caps. Each flask is individually bagged and sterile, ensuring convenience, cleanliness, and readiness for immediate use.
Main Attributes
- Designed for mammalian suspension culture, as well as bacterial and yeast growth
- Solid or vented cap options for application flexibility
- Eliminates risk of unintended venting compared to combination caps
- Constructed from medical-grade virgin PETG to reduce gas permeability
- Plain bottom design for stable use
- Sterile, individually packaged for easy handling and storage
Benefits
- Supports consistent and controlled culture conditions
- Provides flexible options for different lab workflows
- Ensures convenience with ready-to-use sterile packaging
- Reliable material quality for reproducible results
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PR1MA™ PC Erlenmeyer Flasks
Sterile, vent cap, polycarbonate flasks.
PR1MA™ PC Erlenmeyer Flasks are designed for reliable performance in mammalian suspension culture, as well as bacterial and yeast applications. Manufactured from medical-grade virgin polycarbonate (PC), these flasks combine durability with lightweight handling and are autoclavable from -80ºC to 121ºC, making them suitable for a range of laboratory workflows.
Available in both plain bottom and baffled bottom designs, these flasks provide flexibility depending on application needs. The vented caps feature a 0.22 uM hydrophobic membrane with an oversized vent area, enabling efficient gas exchange while reducing contamination risk. With pre-sterilized, single-use packaging, these flasks help maintain clean working conditions and simplify lab processes.
Main Attributes
- Designed for mammalian suspension culture, bacterial, and yeast applications
- Vented cap with 0.22 uM hydrophobic membrane for improved gas exchange
- Oversized vent area enhances aeration and performance
- Plain and baffled bottom options:
- Plain bottom for standard applications
- Baffled bottom improves vertical and circular movement for enhanced aeration
- Made from medical-grade virgin polycarbonate (PC)
- Autoclavable from -80ºC to 121ºC
- Lightweight plastic for safer, easier handling compared to glass
- Molded graduations and 1/3 fill line for accurate volume guidance
- Individually bagged and pre-sterilized for convenience and contamination control
Benefits
- Supports consistent and efficient culture growth
- Improves aeration with baffled design options
- Reduces contamination risk with sterile, single-use packaging
- Easy handling and durability improve lab workflow efficiency
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PR1MA™ PC Erlenmeyer and Fernbach Flasks
Sterile, vented culture flasks.
PR1MA™ PC Erlenmeyer and Fernbach Flasks are designed for reliable performance in mammalian suspension culture, as well as bacterial and yeast applications. Available in 2 L Erlenmeyer and 2 L and 3 L Fernbach configurations, these flasks provide flexible options to support a variety of laboratory workflows. Each flask is pre-sterilized and features a 70 mm wide opening, allowing for easy filling and dispensing.
Equipped with vent caps featuring an oversized vent area, these flasks promote improved gas exchange for optimal culture conditions. Fernbach flasks offer an increased surface area-to-volume ratio, while baffled bottom options enhance mixing and aeration for more efficient cell growth and culture performance.
Main Attributes
- Designed for mammalian suspension culture, bacterial, and yeast applications
- Available in 2 L Erlenmeyer and 2 L / 3 L Fernbach flask formats
- 70 mm wide opening for easy handling, filling, and dispensing
- Pre-sterilized for convenience and immediate use
- Oversized vent cap area improves gas exchange
- Fernbach shape increases surface area for enhanced culture efficiency
- Baffled bottom options improve mixing, aeration, and culture movement
Accessories
- 70 mm Replacement Caps (Sterile):
- Solid cap options
- Vent cap options with oversized vent area for improved gas exchange
- 2.0 uM Pore Size
- PTFE Membrane
- 50 mm Filter Diameter
- Transfer Assembly for 3 L Fernbach Flask (Sterile):
- Designed for aseptic transfer of materials
- Compatible with 3 L Fernbach flasks (PR-FFVCPB-PC-3L and PR-FFVCBB-PC-3L)
Benefits
- Supports efficient and reproducible culture growth
- Enhances aeration and mixing for improved results
- Simplifies workflows with sterile, ready-to-use flasks
- Flexible configurations for varied lab applications
TPP Tissue Culture Tubes
TPP Tissue Culture Tubes provide a versatile solution for cell culture, microscopy, and centrifugation in both research and industrial applications.
Available in 10 cm² and 20 cm² surface areas, these flat tubes offer crystal-clear transparency, activated growth surfaces, and user-friendly features like large openings for pipettes and scrapers, vented screw caps, and stable stacking. Ideal for adherent cell culture and convenient handling in CO incubators.
Features of TPP Tissue Culture Tube 10 cm²:
- Multifunctional: cultivation, incubation, examination under microscopy, and centrifugation.
- Conical shape eases pellet removal.
- 10 cm² surface activated growth area with crystal-clear transparency.
- Large opening allows full access for pipettes and scrapers.
- Sloped and flattened upper side reduces refraction for microscopy.
- Compatible with 50 mL standard centrifuge adapters (1,200 g).
- Segmental packaging protects tubes from scratches during transport.
- Bag slits with laser perforation allow easy opening.
- Fits TPP tissue culture racks (8 x tubes horizontal for CO incubator storage).
Features of TPP Tissue Culture Tube 20 cm²:
- 20 cm² activated growth surface over a 50 mm length.
- Volume graduations up to the tip for precise measurements.
- Specially formed 10-sided comb from “VENT” screw cap with “Click” prevents rolling and allows easy re-positioning.
- Click to lock: “VENT” screw cap ensures constant airflow in vertical position.
- Compatible with 15 mL standard tube adapter; centrifuge up to 1,200 g.
- Re-closable zipper bag with laser perforation for convenient storage.
Quality Assurance:
- Made from high-quality polystyrene for excellent optical clarity.
- Sterile, gamma-irradiated packaging.
- Certified DNAse/RNAse, nucleic acid, and pyrogen-free.
Specifications
| Item # | Description | Cap Style | Growth Surface | Pkg | Qty |
| TP91106 | 5 mL Tube [PS], Round Bottom, Max RCF 1,200 xg | Vent Screw Cap | 20 cm2 | Sterile, Bagged | 20/bg, 40 bgs/cs |
| TP91243 | 10 mL Tube [PS] Conical/Flat Bottom, Max RCF 1,200 xg | Filter Screw Cap | 10 cm2 | Sterile, Bagged | 4/bg, 54 bgs/cs |
| TP99018 | Tube Rack [PP], Holds 8 tubes, Dims: 200 x 88 x 72 mm | N/A | N/A | Bagged | 28/cs |
Contact us for free samples and experience how TPP Tissue Culture Tubes improve your cell culture workflow.
TPP Clipmax Chamber Slide System
The TPP Clipmax Chamber Slide System (10 cm²) is a unique combination of a tissue culture flask and a removable microscope slide (25 x 75 mm), designed to simplify your cell culture and imaging workflows. Grow cells directly in the chamber, then remove the slide for easy fixation, staining, and imaging - without the need for transfer steps that increase contamination risk.
Clipmax is especially suited for cell culture, immunocytochemistry (ICC), immunofluorescence (IF), and cell analysis workflows, allowing you to work directly on the crystal-clear microscope slide for reliable, reproducible results.
Key Features
Optimal Optical Clarity
- Crystal-clear plastic microscope slide designed for cell imaging
- Suitable for staining, fixation, and especially for immunofluorescence measurements
- Solvent-resistant surface (acetone, ethanol, xylene)
Enhanced Cell Compatibility
- Activated growth surface supports delicate and sensitive cell types
- Optimized for reliable cell culture and slide-based analysis
Easy-to-Use Design
- Removable medium chamber detaches with a simple “click” — no special tools required
- Uses only 3.5 mL of media, saving time and reducing reagent costs
Secure & Contamination-Resistant
- Filter screw cap allows optimal gas exchange while minimizing evaporation
- Stackable flask format for efficient lab storage
Applications
- Cell culture chamber slide for imaging and analysis
- Immunocytochemistry (ICC) and immunofluorescence (IF) studies
- Staining and fixation directly on the microscope slide
- Ideal for researchers needing a media-saving, solvent-resistant, chambered slide system
With the Clipmax Chamber Slide System, you can culture, treat, stain, and image your cells seamlessly on one platform - ensuring clarity, consistency, and reduced contamination risk.
Streamline your imaging workflows with TPP Clipmax – culture, stain, and analyze cells
directly on one slide. Contact us today for a sample!
TPP Tissue Culture Flasks with Re-closable Lid and Peel-off Foil
TPP Tissue Culture Flasks with Re-closable Lid and Peel-off Foil provide flexible, sterile, and reliable solutions for adherent cell culture workflows. Available in multiple sizes (25–300 cm²), these flasks are designed for secure stacking, easy access to the culture chamber, and optimal gas exchange with filter screw caps.
The re-closable lid allows repeated use with liquid-tight sealing, while the peel-off foil flasks offer single-use convenience with strong, multi-layered material.
Made from optically clear polystyrene and certified DNAse/RNAse- and pyrogen-free, TPP flasks ensure consistent cell growth and high-quality imaging for research and industrial applications.
TPP Tissue Culture Flasks – Peel-off Foil (25–300 cm²)
- Available in Multiple Sizes: 25, 75, 115, 150, 175, 300 cm².
- Large Pinched Flap: Easy, secure grip for peeling the foil.
- Multi-layer Foil Material: Strong, welded foil ensures safe sealing prior to use.
- Stable Stacking: Stack flasks with slip-free stacking rings; optional barrier available.
- Single-Use: Foil cannot be re-closed after peeling.
- Pressure Safety: Only use filter screw caps; internal pressure >0.03 bar may lift foil, causing leakage.
TPP Tissue Culture Flasks – Re-closable Lid (115 / 150 cm²)
- Multi-use Re-closable Lid: Provides liquid-tight sealing for repeated access to the culture chamber.
- Full Chamber Access: Open from above for safe and efficient manipulation of cells.
- Stable, Slip-Free Stacking: Stack multiple flasks safely with optional barriers for added security.
- Pressure Safety: Only use filter screw caps; internal pressure >0.03 bar may raise the lid, causing leakage.
Quality Assurance
- Optically clear polystyrene for excellent visualization of cell cultures
- Sterile, gamma-irradiated packaging
- Certified DNAse/RNAse-, nucleic acid-, and pyrogen-free
Applications
- Adherent cell culture for academic and industrial research
- Optimized for microscopy and imaging workflows
- Flexible use with re-closable lid for repeated access
- Convenient single-use peel-off foil flasks
- Safe stacking for high-throughput workflows
Choose TPP Premium Tissue Culture Flasks for secure, sterile, and user-friendly culture handling.
Contact us today for reliable performance and consistent results
Premium TPP Tissue Culture Flasks – Vented Cap Design for Optimal Cell Culture
The TPP Tissue Culture Flask series combines innovative design features and high-quality materials to ensure superior cell culture conditions. Trusted worldwide by academic and industrial labs, TPP flasks provide excellent sterility, transparency, and growth surfaces tailored for adherent cell culture applications.
Main Attribues
Cell Growth Surface
- Uniform, flat growth surface prevents clumping and promotes consistent cell adhesion
- Opto-mechanically treated surface enhances attachment and spreading
- Supports healthy and reproducible adherent cell growth
Innovative Flask Design
- Lifted base ensures slip-free stacking and improved airflow to prevent condensation
- Maintains uniform temperature and CO distribution across stacked flasks
- Crystal-clear polystyrene for outstanding microscopy images
- Ergonomic neck geometry prevents media slop-over and provides full pipette/scraper access — no dead corners, 100% cell retrieval
Vented & Filter Cap Options
- TPP Click Cap System:
- A click and the <> screw cap is in the <> aeration-position.
- Visual control: the slightly raised rectangle is at 12 o'clock.
- Turn <> screw cap clockwise 90° to close the flask gas-tight closed.
- Visual control: the slightly raised rectangle is at 3 o'clock.
- Filter Screw Cap:
- Hydrophobic PTFE membrane (0.22 μm pore) prevents liquid entry while ensuring optimal gas exchange
User-Friendly Design
- White, accurate graduation marks for precise volume measurement
- Bilateral marking area for clear labeling
- Stable, stackable design saves space without compromising airflow
Quality Assurance
- Manufactured from optically clear, medical-grade polystyrene
- Sterile, gamma-irradiated packaging
- Certified DNAse/RNAse-free, nucleic acid-free, and pyrogen-free
Applications
- Routine adherent cell culture in research and diagnostics
- High-resolution microscopy imaging of cultured cells
- Use in industrial bioprocessing, academic research, and molecular biology workflows
- Ideal for labs requiring consistent sterility and reproducibility
Choose TPP Premium Tissue Culture Flasks for secure, sterile, and user-friendly culture handling.
Contact us today for reliable performance and consistent results.
MTC™ Bio Erlenmeyer Flasks
Sterile, Vented, High-Performance Cell Culture Flasks.
MTC™ Bio’s Erlenmeyer Shaker Flasks are designed for high-efficiency cell culture and microbial growth. Made from high-quality polycarbonate, PETG, or styrene/butadiene (for Jumbo Flasks), these flasks provide durability and clarity for optimal lab performance.
Each flask features a vented polypropylene screw cap with a 0.2 uM membrane filter, allowing enhanced gas exchange to support vigorous cell growth. The standard SBS-compatible mouth ensures a secure fit with bioreactor and shaker equipment for seamless integration.
Polycarbonate flasks and Jumbo Fernbach flasks feature a baffled (ribbed) bottom, promoting superior oxygenation and efficient mixing, even at lower shaking speeds.
All Erlenmeyer flasks are individually wrapped and gamma sterilized to a Sterility Assurance Level (SAL) of 10, and are certified RNase-, DNase-, pyrogen-, endotoxin-, and human DNA-free for uncompromised experimental conditions.
Key Features
- Vented screw caps with 0.2 uM filters for increased air exchange
- Available with flat or baffled bottoms
- Gamma sterilized (SAL 10)
- Free of RNase, DNase, pyrogens, endotoxins, and human DNA
- Individually wrapped for sterility
- Polycarbonate flasks are autoclavable at 121°C and 15 psi for 30 minutes
These flasks are ideal for suspension cell cultures, microbial fermentation, and other bioreactor-compatible applications.
NEST High-Efficiency Erlenmeyer Flasks
High-efficiency, large-volume culture flasks allow cells to show strong viability with large expression amounts of proteins in the culture of mammalian cells and insect cells. During the culturing process, the use rate of the shaker is significantly increased, and the survival rate and viability of cells are both dramatically elevated.
NEST culture flasks also provide high repeatability, which allows high inter-batch consistency of cell growth and yield.
3 L Wide-mouth Efficient Erlenmeyer Flask
The bottom diameter of the 3L wide-mouth high-efficiency Erlenmeyer flask is consistent with that of the 3L high-efficiency Erlenmeyer flask, and its mouth diameter adopts the neck size of the 5L high-efficiency Erlenmeyer flask, which not only saves space usage but also increases oxygen flux, to increase the efficiency of cell culture.- The wide-mouth neck design is convenient for sampling and liquid filling
- DNase/RNase free, no pyrogens
- Sterilized by E-Beam
- Packaged in sterile bags
- PC bottle, which meets the USP Class 6 Standard, with high transparency, has strong impact resistance, and oxidation resistance, and can withstand a high temperature of up to 121ºC
- There’s a scale made by injection molding on the flask body to facilitate observing the filled liquid volume.
Aero-Yield 500 mL Breathable Shake Flasks
Maximize oxygen transfer for cell culture and microbial fermentation.
The Aero-Yield Breathable Shake Flask is engineered for superior gas exchange, ensuring optimal oxygen transfer and CO2 removal during high-demand growth phases. Unlike traditional flasks that rely on limited headspace, Aero-Yield’s innovative polycarbonate exoskeleton and thin silicone membrane enable surface-driven diffusion across the entire flask, accelerating cell expansion and improving culture performance.
Main Attributes
- Enhances oxygen transfer and prevents CO2 buildup for robust aerobic metabolism
- 500 mL with recommended fill volume of 150 to 250 mL (30 to 50%)
- Supplied sterile with a vented screw cap and 0.2 uM filter for contamination control
Ideal for cell culture, microbial fermentation, and early-stage bioprocess development where oxygen limitation is a bottleneck.
Specifications
| Working Vol. | 500 mL |
| Recommended Fill Vol. | 30 to 50 % (150 to 250 mL) |
| Sterility | Sterile |
| Quantity | 10/pk |
Tunair™ Half-Baffle Flasks and Kits
Tunair™ Erlenmeyer Flask Systems by IBI Scientific are an innovative solution designed to enhance the growth and productivity of microbial, mammalian, and plant cell cultures. Engineered specifically for microbiology and biotechnology applications, these flasks outperform traditional Erlenmeyer flasks by offering superior oxygen absorption rates, efficient aeration, and optimal mixing. Whether used in academic research, industrial bioprocessing, or pharmaceutical production, Tunair™ flasks provide an exceptional environment for aerobic cultures, ensuring higher cell yields and improved growth conditions.
Tunair™ half-baffled flasks feature two internal baffles that generate a swirling motion, maximizing liquid-air interaction. This vortex effect significantly increases oxygen transfer rates, making it ideal for cultures that require high oxygen availability. The flask design promotes uniform mixing and improved microbial growth, ensuring optimal conditions for fermentation and cell culture applications. In addition to the baffled flask design, the turbo-vane cap closure further enhances aeration by maintaining consistent airflow while preventing contamination.
All Tunair™ flasks and caps are constructed of chemical-resistant polypropylene and are fully autoclavable. To clean flasks and caps, soak them in water with a mild detergent solution. Once cleaned, air-dry all components before autoclaving for complete sterilization.
Applications
- Microbial Fermentation: Ideal for yeast, bacteria, and fungal cultures, where high oxygen demand is essential
- Mammalian and Plant Cell Cultures: Supports delicate cell lines, ensuring high viability and productivity
- Biopharmaceutical Research: Used for vaccine development, protein expression, and monoclonal antibody production
- Academic and Industrial Biotechnology Labs: Suitable for R and D, pilot-scale, and large-scale production
Tunair™ Flask Caps - Low Profile and Two-Piece Flask Cap Assemblies
Low Profile Flask Cap Assembly
Designed to fit into nearly all manufacturers' shakers, this flask cap measures only 11 In. in height, making it an excellent choice for space-saving applications. The Quick-Flip feature allows for easy and secure filter replacement, minimizing contamination risks. Constructed from polypropylene, the cap is resistant to most solvents. Flask cap is fully autoclavable, allowing for easy sterilization.
Two-Piece Flask Cap Assembly
Constructed from polypropylene, the cap is resistant to most solvents. These flask caps provide an effective seal while allowing proper gas exchange, making them essential for maintaining optimal culture conditions. Designed for repeated use, all flasks and caps are fully autoclavable, ensuring sterility between uses. Available in 300 mL and 2.5-liter sizes.
Tunair™ Cap Linings - Dri-Gauze Filter and Silicone Membrane Linings
Dri-Gauze Filter Cap Linings
Sterility control with 0.2-micron filtration that prevents contamination while allowing optimal gas exchange. They are reusable and cost-effective since each filter can be autoclaved up to six to eight times while remaining inside the flask cap assembly.
Silicone Membrane Cap Linings
Sterility control with 0.22-micron filtration that prevents contamination while allowing optimal gas exchange. Can withstand repeated autoclaving, designed to last for the lifetime of the flask. High flexibility ensures a proper fit within cap assemblies, reducing the risk of leaks or contamination.
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