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PR1MA
High‑Quality Lab Consumables, Chemicals, Equipment, and Instruments
PR1MA™ is MIDSCI’s exclusive laboratory brand, developed to deliver dependable performance, consistent quality, and competitive value for modern research labs. Designed with scientists in mind, PR1MA™ products span lab consumables, molecular biology reagents, and essential benchtop equipment, all manufactured to stringent quality standards and supported by the expert service MIDSCI™ is known for. Researchers across academia, biotech, pharma, and clinical labs trust PR1MA™ for reliable results without unnecessary complexity or cost.
From pipette tips, PCR tubes, and microplates to PCR master mixes, protein markers, and mini centrifuges, every PR1MA™ product is selected for accuracy, usability, and purity. Many items are RNase/DNase‑free, sterile, and non‑pyrogenic, helping protect sample integrity in critical workflows like PCR, electrophoresis, and cell culture.
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PR1MA™ 2-Well Deep Well Plates
High capacity deep well plates for scalable cell culture and efficient mixing.
Upgrade your cell culture workflow with PR1MA™ 2-Deepwell Microplates, expertly designed to handle larger culture volumes and replace traditional 250 mL flasks. Made from pure polystyrene with no additives, each plate features two deep wells and comes with a transparent polystyrene lid for secure and sterile handling.
Key Features
- Each square well holds approximately 230 mL, ideal for large-scale cultures
- Pyramid bottom design promotes easy and efficient centrifugation, allowing for central pellet formation
- Sterilized by gamma irradiation and non-autoclavable to ensure optimal sterility
- Designed for shaking at 180 rpm (50 mm orbit) or 225 rpm (25 mm orbit) to maximize aeration and mixing efficiency
- Wells are 80 mm deep with slightly rounded corners to reduce foaming during agitation
- Packed in boxes of 4, each plate is individually wrapped in polyethylene foil for easy handling and contamination prevention
Also available with barcodes (PR-CR1402-LB) for seamless sample tracking
Perfect for cell culture, bacterial growth, protein expression, or any lab process requiring large volume mixing in a compact format.
Switch to PR1MA™ deep well plates for a more efficient, space-saving alternative to bulky flasks, with better culture control, easier handling, and superior performance.
Specifications
| Item # | Plate Description | Plate Height | Wells | Bottom Style | Vol. | Rec. Culture Vol. | Color |
| PR-CR1402-L | Extra high sq. deepwell w/ PS lid | 85 mm | 2 Wells, 80 mm | V-Bottom | 460 mL | 60 - 80 mL | Clear |
| PR-CR1402-LB | Extra high sq. deepwell w/ PS lid & barcode | 85 mm | 2 Wells, 80 mm | V-Bottom | 460 mL | 60 - 80 mL | Clear |
PR1MA™ Sodium Acetate, Anhydrous
CAS Number: 127-09-3
Molecular Weight: 82.0
Chemical Formula: C2H3O2Na
Solubility: Water
Storage Temp: Room Temperature
Research or further manufacturing use only, not for food or drug use.
- Appearance: White Powder
- Assay: ≥ 99.0 %
- pH (5% Solution): 7.0 - 9.2
- Solubility: Soluble in Water
- Loss on Drying (120 oC): ≤ 1.0 %
- Calcium (Ca): ≤ 0.005 %
- Chloride (Cl): ≤ 0.002 %
- Heavy Metals (as Pb): ≤ 0.001 %
- Insoluble Matter: ≤ 0.01 %
- Iron (Fe): ≤ 0.001 %
- Magnesium (Mg): ≤ 0.002 %
- Phosphate: ≤ 0.001 %
- Sulfate (SO4): ≤ 0.003 %
- Grade: Meet USP/ACS Specifications
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Thiamine Hydrochloride [Vitamin B1]
Common Name: Vitamin B1
CAS Number: 67-03-8
Molecular Weight: 337.3
Chemical Formula: C12H17CIN4OS • HCl
Solubility: Water
Storage Temp: 2-8°C
Research or further manufacturing use only, not for food or drug use.
- Appearance: White Crystalline Powder
- Appearance of Solution: Clear, no more color than reference solution Y7 or GY7
- Identification: Should be positive reaction
- Identification (IR): Consistent with the reference IR spectra
- pH: 2.7 - 3.3
- Sulfates: ≤ 300 ppm
- Limit of Nitrate: No brown ring is produced at the junction of the two layers
- Lead: ≤ 2 ppm
- Water: ≤ 5.0 %
- Residue on Ignition: ≤ 0.1 %
- Absorbance of Solution: ≤ 0.025
- Residual Solvents (Methanol): ≤ 0.3 %
- Residual Solvents (Ethanol): ≤ 0.5 %
- Related Substance (Impurity A): ≤ 0.15 %
- Related Substance (Impurity B): ≤ 0.3 %
- Related Substance (Impurity C): ≤ 0.15 %
- Related Substance (Any Other Impurity): ≤ 0.1 %
- Related Substance (Total impurities): ≤ 0.5 %
- Related Compounds: ≤ 1.0 %
- Chromatographic Purity: ≤ 1.0 %
- Assay: 98.5 - 101.0 %
- Staphylococcus Aureus: Negative
- Salmonella: Negative
- E.Coli: Negative
- Total Plate Count: ≤ 1000 cfu/g
- Yeast and Mold: ≤ 100 cfu/g
- Material Source: Acrylonitrate; Acetamidine HCl; Chlorine Ester
- Production Method: Chemical Synthesis
- BSE/TSE Free: BSE/TSE Free
- Non Animal Origin: Non Animal Origin
- Conclusion: This product complies with the specification of BP/USP/FCC.
- Country of Origin: Report
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PR1MA™ Western Blotting Boxes
Minimize Antibody Waste & Maximize Efficiency.
No matter the size of your blot, there’s a PR1MA™ Western Blotting Box designed to fit it perfectly. Our selection includes boxes tailored for mini, half, whole, and strip blots, ensuring the most efficient use of space and reagents. By matching blot size to the correct container, you can reduce reagent and antibody consumption, save money, and maximize shaker or rocker capacity during incubation.
All boxes feature uniformly flat bottoms and 90º angled corners to ensure even reagent distribution and minimal pooling. For light-sensitive samples, opaque black blotting boxes are available to protect antibodies and blots from photodegradation.
With a hinged lid to minimize evaporation and sizes optimized for all common blotting applications, these boxes are a must-have for any lab performing Western blot analysis.
Key Features
- Sized to fit all common blot formats – mini, half, whole, and strip blots
- Reduce antibody and reagent usage with perfectly sized boxes
- Flat bottom and 90° corners for uniform reagent coverage
- Hinged lids reduce evaporation during incubations
- Light-blocking black boxes available for light-sensitive protocols
- Ideal for Western blotting, membrane staining, and antibody incubations
Use the right-sized box to get better results while saving on expensive reagents.
Specifications
| Item # | Description | Color | Dimensions |
| PR-WBB-B1212 | For Novex Mini, Bio-Rad Mini & others | Clear | 0.33 x 0.33 x 0.12 In. | 8.5 x 8.5 x 3.0 cm |
| PR-WBB-B1203 | For Various Gels | Clear | 0.13 x 0.20 x 0.11 In. | 3.2 x 5.2 x 2.8 cm |
| PR-WBB-B1204 | For Various Gels, Half-Mini Protein Gels | Clear | 0.15 x 0.28 x 0.11 In. | 3.8 x 7.1 x 2.8 cm |
| PR-WBB-B1206 | For Protean 3 (cut-up) | Clear | 0.13 x 0.41 x 0.14 In. | 3.3 x 10.3 x 3.5 cm |
| PR-WBB3 | Western Blot Box, Micro-strip | Clear | 2.87 x 1.18 x 0.75 In. | 7.3 x 3 x 1.9 cm |
| PR-WBB5 | Western Blot Box, Mini-rectangle | Clear | 2.87 x 2.01 x 1.26 In. | 7.3 x 5.1 x 3.2 cm |
| PR-WBB7 | Western Blot Box, Med. Rectangle | Clear | 3.50 x 2.56 x 0.98 In. | 8.9 x 6.5 x 2.5 cm |
| PR-WBB7BK | Western Blot Box, Med. Rectangle | Black | 3.50 x 2.56 x 0.98 In. | 8.9 x 6.5 x 2.5 cm |
| PR-WBB9 | Western Blot Box, Long Strip | Clear | 3.74 x 1.18 x 0.63 In. | 9.5 x 3 x 1.6 cm |
| PR-WBB11 | Western Blot Box, Medium Strip | Clear | 4.37 x 2.05 x 1.14 In. | 11.1x 5.2 x 2.9 cm |
| PR-WBB13 | Western Blot Box, Large | Clear | 4.61 x 3.50 x 1.10 In. | 11.7 x 8.9 x 2.8 cm |
| PR-WBB13BK | Western Blot Box, Large | Black | 4.61 x 3.50 x 1.10 In. | 11.7 x 8.9 x 2.8 cm |
| PR-WBB15 | Western Blot Box, Square | Clear | 4.57 x 4.57 x 1.26 In. | 11.6 x 11.6 x 3.2 cm |
| PR-WBB15BK | Western Blot Box, Square | Black | 4.57 x 4.57 x 1.26 In. | 11.6 x 11.6 x 3.2 cm |
| PR-WBB17 | Western Blot Box, Extra Large | Clear | 5.98 x 4.02 x 1.26 In. | 15.2 x 10.2 x 3.2 cm |
| PR-WBB19 | Western Blot Box, Extra Extra Large | Clear | 5.98 x 4.02 x 2.01 In. | 15.2 x 10.2 x 5.1 cm |
| PR-WBB13-8BK | Removable Lid for Novex Minigel | Black | 3.39 x 3.39 x 1.10 In. | 8.6 x 8.6 x 2.8 cm |
PR1MA™ Urea, UltraPure (USP Grade)
CAS Number: 57-13-6
Molecular Weight: 60.06
Chemical Formula: CH4N2O
Solubility: Water
Storage Temp: Room Temperature
Research or further manufacturing use only, not for food or drug use.
- Appearance: White Crystalline Powder
- Assay: 99.0 - 100.5 %
- Identification (A, B): Pass Test
- Appearance of 20% Solution: Pass Test
- Melting Point: 132.5 to 134.5 oC
- Moisture (LOD): ≤ 1.0 %
- Alcohol- Insoluble Matter: ≤ 0.04 %
- Residue on Ignition: ≤ 0.1 %
- Chloride: ≤ 5 ppm
- Sulfate: ≤ 0.001 %
- Alkalinity: To pass test
- Ammonium: ≤ 0.05 %
- Urea Related Compound A: ≤ 0.1 %
- Individual Unspecified Impurities: ≤ 0.1 %
- Total impurities: ≤ 2.0 %
- Heavy Metals: ≤ 0.001 %
- Iron: ≤ 0.001 %
- Residual Solvents USP 467: Meets requirements
- BSE/TSE Free: BSE/TSE Free
- Grade: USP
- Country of Origin : Report
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PR1MA D-(+)-Glucose [Dextrose Anhydrous]
- Common Name: Dextrose Anhydrous
- CAS Number: 50-99-7
- Molecular Weight: 180.16
- Chemical Formula: C6H12O6
- Solubility: Water
- Storage Temp: Room Temperature
USP Grade material.
Research or further manufacturing use only, not for food or drug use.
- Appearance: White Crystalline Powder
- Assay: 97.5 - 102.0 %
- Identification (FTIR Spectrum): Pass Test
- Identification (HPLC): Matches the reference
- Specific Rotation: +52.6 - +53.2 °
- Moisture: ≤ 1.0 %
- Residue on Ignition: ≤ 0.1 %
- Color of solution: Qualified
- Conductivity: ≤ 20.0 µs/cm
- Dextrins: Qualified
- Soluble starch and sulfite: Qualified
- Related Substance ( Maltitol and Isomalt): ≤ 0.4 %
- Related Substance (Maltotriose): ≤ 0.2 %
- Related Substance (Fructose): ≤ 0.15 %
- Related Substance ( Unspecified Impurities): ≤ 0.1 %
- Related Substance (Total impurity): ≤ 0.5 %
- Heavy Metals: ≤ 5 ppm
- Residual Solvents: None
- Total Bacterial Count: ≤ 1000 cfu/g
- Mold and Yeast: ≤ 100 cfu/g
- E.Coli: Negative
- Endotoxin: ≤ 1.25 EU/g
- Source: Corn
- Grade: Meets the current USP Grade
- BSE/TSE Free: BSE/TSE Free
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PR1MA™ bis-Acrylamide
CAS Number: 110-26-9
Molecular Weight: 154.2
Chemical Formula: C7H10N2O2
Solubility: Water
Storage Temp: Room Temperature
Research or further manufacturing use only, not for food or drug use.
- Appearance: White Crystalline Powder
- Absorbance 290 nm (1% water ): ≤ 0.2
- Acrylic Acid: ≤ 0.001 %
- Conductivity (2% Water): ≤ 5 umhos
- DNase: Not Detected
- Identification: Pass
- pH (1%, 0.1M NaCl) 25oC: ≥ 5.0
- Protease: Not Detected
- Purity: ≥ 99.0 %
- RNase: Not Detected
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PR1MA™ Imidazole [Glyoxaline] [1,3-Diaza-2-,4-cyclopentadiene]
Common Name: [Glyoxaline] [1,3-Diaza-2,4-cyclopentadiene]
CAS Number: 288-32-4
Molecular Weight: 68.1
Chemical Formula: C3H4N2
Solubility: Water
Storage Temp: Room Temperature
pKa (25°C):
6.9-7.0
pH range:
6.2-7.8
Research or further manufacturing use only, not for food or drug use.
- Appearance: White to off white crystals
- Assay: ≥ 99.0 %
- DNase: Not Detected
- Identification: Pass Test
- Loss on Drying: ≤ 0.5 %
- Melting Point: 88 - 92 oC
- OPTICAL @ 260 NM: ≤ 0.2
- PKa @ 25°C: 6.79 - 7.19
- Protease: Not Detected
- RNase: Not Detected
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PR1MA™ 6-Well Deep Well Plates
PR1MA™ 6-Deepwell Microplates are high-quality, sterile plates specifically engineered for CHO-cell cultivation. Each plate is constructed from pure polystyrene with no additives, making it ideal for sensitive biological applications. Designed to replace 125 mL shake flasks, these plates offer superior mixing, better scalability, and a smaller lab footprint.
Key Features
- Six Deep Wells Per Plate: Each square well measures 34 x 34 mm, is 80 mm deep, and has a slightly rounded bottom to prevent foaming
- Recommended working volume of 25 to 35 mL per well, with a maximum capacity of 82 mL
- Pyramid-shaped well bottom allows for easy and consistent centrifugation, centralizing cell pellets for simplified downstream processing
- Sterilized by gamma irradiation. Plates are non-autoclavable and individually sealed for contamination control
- Optimized for Shaking Incubators: Suitable for orbital shaking at 180 rpm (50 mm orbit) or 225 rpm (25 mm orbit) to ensure efficient oxygen transfer and mixing.
- Specifically developed for long-term cultivation (4+ days) of Chinese Hamster Ovary (CHO) cells, widely used in biopharma production
- Packed in boxes of 4, each plate is individually wrapped in polyethylene foil for easy handling and contamination prevention
Available Lid Options
- Standard Polystyrene Lid (PR-CR1406)
- Barcoded Version (PR-CR1406-B) for sample tracking
- Disposable Low-Evaporation Cover (PR-CR1406-DC)
Low-Evaporation Disposable Cover (PR-CR1406-DC)
Enhance your long-term culture performance with this disposable sandwich-style lid, specifically designed to minimize evaporation during extended incubations.
- Evaporation Control: ~130 uL/well/day at 30°C, 50% humidity
- Air Exchange: 6.5 mL/min per well through 4 mm holes
- Ideal for Extended Cultures: Supports stable growth of CHO cells over 4+ days
Construction
- Rigid frame from medical-grade polystyrene
- ePTFE membrane filter (0.3 uM) laminated with polyester/polyamide fabric
- PEVA rubber seal (FDA-grade closed-cell foam) for a tight fit and secure seal
Upgrade to the PR1MA™ 6-Deepwell Plates for more consistent culture performance, improved lab efficiency, and reduced risk of contamination.
Specifications
| Item # | Plate Description | Plate Height | Wells | Bottom Style | Vol. | Rec. Culture Vol. | Color |
| PR-CR1406 | Extra high square deepwell w/ PS lid | 85 mm | 6 Wells, 80 mm | V-Bottom | 492 mL | 25 - 35 mL | Clear |
| PR-CR1406-B | Extra high square deepwell w/ PS lid and barcode | 85 mm | 6 Wells, 80 mm | V-Bottom | 492 mL | 25 - 35 mL | Clear |
| PR-CR1406-DC | Extra high square deepwell w/ dispo. cover, 4 mm holes | 85 mm | 6 Wells, 80 mm | V-Bottom | 600 mL | 25 - 35 mL | Clear |
PR1MA™ CHAPS [3-[(3-Cholamidopropyl)-dimethylammonio]-1-propanesulfonate]
Common Name: 3-[(Cholamidopropyl) dimethylammonio]-1-propanesulfonate
CAS Number: 75621-03-3
Molecular Weight: 614.9
Chemical Formula: C32H58N2SO7
Solubility: Water
Storage Temp: Room Temperature
Zwitterionic, non-denaturing detergent for solubilizing membrane proteins.
Research or further manufacturing use only, not for food or drug use.
- Appearance: White Powder
- Identification: Pass Test
- Moisture : ≤ 2.0 %
- Purity: ≥ 99 %
- RNase/DNase/Protease: None Detected
- Solubility (20%, water): Complete / Colorless
- TLC (silica gel: methanol/NH4OH = 95/5): One Spot
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PR1MA™ Transport Tubes with Temperature Indicator
Leak-Proof, 95kPa Compliant, Temperature-Indicating Sample Vials.
PR1MA™ Self-Standing Transport Tubes—commonly known as mailing tubes or transport vials—are specifically engineered for the safe storage, transport, and freezing of temperature-sensitive biological samples. Made from virgin polypropylene, these tubes are RNase, DNase, and pyrogen-free, ensuring contamination-free use in medical, clinical, pharmaceutical, and research settings.
Each sterile tube features a 1¼-turn, leak-proof screw cap that is pre-attached for convenience. The tubes are fully 95kPa compliant, making them ideal for the air transport of infectious or high-risk samples.
Now enhanced with Temperature Indicator Technology, each tube includes a
built-in indicator patch that offers a visual cue of the sample’s temperature state:
- Starts turning blue at 4°C
- Turns dark blue at 0°C
- Returns to transparent grey above 4°C
This unique feature helps researchers monitor cold chain integrity and prevents sample degradation due to temperature fluctuation—perfect for transporting vaccines, reagents, or temperature-sensitive specimens.
Key Features
- Temperature Indicator for real-time temperature awareness
- Certified 95kPa compliant for air shipment of biological materials
- Made from high-purity, virgin polypropylene
- Leak-proof, 1¼-turn screw caps (pre-attached)
- White printed graduations and marking area for easy labeling
- Sterile, RNase, DNase, and pyrogen-free
- Self-standing design for benchtop stability
PR1MA™ Sucrose
CAS Number: 57-50-1
Molecular Weight: 342.3
Chemical Formula: C12H22O11
Storage Temp: Room Temperature
Ultra-high purity, double crystallized to remove any remaining inorganic and organic contamination. Produces a clear colorless solution. Used for cultivating protoplasts and "in vitro" multiplication of plant tissue.
Research or further manufacturing use only, not for food or drug use.
- Appearance: Fine White Crystals
- Absorbance 260nm: ≤ 0.07 nm
- Absorbance 280nm: ≤ 0.05
- DNase, RNase, protease: Not Detected
- Heavy Metals: ≤ 0.0005 %
- Identification (IR): Pass
- Purity: ≥ 99.0 %
- Solubility (10% solution in H2O @ 25oC): Pass
- Sulfate: ≤ 0.005 %
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