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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
• 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

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PR1MA™ Tissue Culture Treated Roller Bottles

Sterile, vented, and non-vented options.

PR1MA™ Tissue Culture Treated Roller Bottles are designed to deliver reliable and consistent performance for cell culture applications. With a uniform hydrophilic surface, these bottles promote optimal cell attachment and growth, making them ideal for a wide range of laboratory workflows. Available in 490 cm² and 850 cm² sizes with both vented and non-vented cap options, these roller bottles provide flexibility for closed and open system applications.

• Supports consistent and reproducible cell culture results
• Flexible options for different workflows and system requirements
• Easy handling and reliable performance in laboratory environments
• Multiple sizes to accommodate varying culture volumes 

Main Attributes

• Tissue culture treated surface provides a uniform hydrophilic environment for consistent cell attachment
• Large knurled caps ensure easy handling and secure grip
• Vented cap options designed for open system applications with 0.22 uM hydrophobic membrane
• Medical-grade virgin polystyrene construction ensures quality and consistency
• Easy-to-read black printed graduations for accurate measurement
• Sterile packaging in individual bags or bulk sterile bags for convenience and protection 

Available Configurations

• 490 cm² Roller Bottles
• Vented (PR-RBVC-490) and non-vented (PR-RBNVC-490) cap options
• Vented caps include a 0.22 uM hydrophobic membrane for gas exchange
• 850 cm² Roller Bottles
• Vented (PR-RBVC-850) and non-vented (PR-RBNVC-850) cap options
• Vented versions support open system culture with membrane filtration
• Available in bulk (PR-RBVC-850-40): 20 bottles per sterile vacuum bag with dual dust bag layers, 2 bags per case

PR1MA™ Non-Treated Roller Bottles

Non-treated roller bottles with sterile, non-vented cap.

PR1MA™ Non-Treated Roller Bottles are designed for reliable cell culture applications requiring non-treated surfaces. Manufactured from medical-grade virgin polystyrene, these roller bottles provide consistent performance and durability while maintaining sterility with individual packaging.

Main Attributes

• Non-treated surface ideal for suspension cultures or specialized cell applications
• Non-vented cap ensures a secure seal during use
• Large knurled cap provides easy handling and improved grip
• Medical-grade virgin polystyrene construction for consistency and quality
• Easy-to-read black printed graduations allow accurate volume measurement
• Individually bagged and sterile for immediate use in laboratory environments 

Cell Culture Guidelines

• Recommended seeding density: 1 x 10³ to 1 x 10⁵ cells/cm²
• Initial adhesion phase (first 24 to 48 hours):
• Rotation speed: 0.5 to 1.0 rpm
• For cells with lower adhesion:
• Rotation speed: 0.3 to 0.5 rpm

*Note: These parameters are general recommendations; optimize conditions based on specific cell lines.

Cell Harvesting Protocol

• Rinse the bottle twice with PBS
• Add a dissociation solution (e.g., trypsin), ensuring full coverage of the bottle interior and pleats
• Place the bottle in an incubator and rotate at 0.3 to 0.5 rpm for 5 to 10 minutes
• After cell detachment, add an equal volume of cell culture medium to neutralize trypsin
• Rotate the bottle to collect the cell suspension
• Remove cells by pouring or pipetting

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PR1MA™ Untreated Multiwell Plates

Sterile, non-treated plates for cell culture.

PR1MA™ Untreated Multiwell Plates are designed for reliable performance in a wide range of cell culture and laboratory applications. These sterile, non-treated plates provide consistent results while offering user-friendly features that improve workflow efficiency and reduce contamination risks.

Main Attributes

• Alpha-numeric well labeling ensures simple and accurate identification of each well
• Raised well rims nest securely into the lid rings, helping reduce evaporation and minimize cross-contamination
• Lids with stacking capability enhance stability for handling and storage of multiple plates 

1 Well Plates

• Standard footprint matches traditional multiwell plates
• Ideal for high-volume and robotic screening of DNA libraries and manual plating
• Suitable for dot-blotting bacterial clones on 11.4 x 7.3 cm (4.5 x 2.875 In.) nylon membranes
• PR-NTPL-01

4 Well Plates

• Compact footprint with well size similar to 24 well plates
• Expanded spacing between wells helps reduce cross-contamination
• PR-NTPL-04

6, 12, 24, and 48 Well Plates

• Versatile formats for a wide range of cell culture workflows
• Designed for consistent performance and easy handling
• PR-NTPL-06
• PR-NTPL-12
• PR-NTPL-24
• PR-NTPL-48

96 Well Plates

• Available with or without lids for flexibility
• Choose round-bottom wells for efficient mixing or flat-bottom wells for standard applications
• Round-Bottom Well Options:
• PR-NTPRB-96
• PR-NTPRBL-96
• Flat-Bottom Well Options
• PR-NTP-96
• PR-NTPL-96
• Available in 5-pack option for sterile use
• PR-NTPL-96-5

384 Well Plates

• Ideal for automated workflows, including colorimetric assays and compound storage
• Designed for small-volume applications requiring precision and efficiency
• PR-NTPL-384

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PR1MA™ Permeable Cell Culture Inserts

PR1MA™ Permeable Cell Culture Inserts are designed to support advanced cell culture applications by mimicking a variety of in vivo conditions. With multiple membrane materials and pore size options, these inserts provide flexibility for a wide range of applications, including angiogenesis, migration, chemotaxis experiments, cell interaction, and drug transport studies.

Insert design ensures proper centering within wells, allowing easy pipette access to the lower chamber while preventing unwanted wicking between the insert and side walls. Suspended above tissue culture-treated wells, these inserts enable efficient co-culture setups, allowing cells to grow both on the membrane and at the bottom of the well.

*Non-treated plates are sold separately.

For optimized performance, PET membranes offer excellent clarity for imaging and microscopy, while PC membranes provide superior cell attachment. This combination of versatility, ease of use, and reliable performance makes PR1MA™ inserts a valuable tool for cell culture workflows.

Main Attributes

• Designed to mimic in vivo conditions with 2 membrane materials and 4 pore sizes
• Centered insert design allows pipette access and prevents wicking
• Supports co-culture systems with growth on both membrane and well bottom
• Compatible with tissue culture-treated wells (non-treated plates sold separately)
• Clear PET membranes (0.1 uM and 0.4 uM) for enhanced cell visualization
• PC membranes for optimal cell attachment 

Pore Size Applications

• 0.1 uM and 0.4 uM: Ideal for cell-cell interaction and drug transport studies
• 3.0 uM and 8.0 uM: Ideal for angiogenesis, migration, and chemotaxis experiments

PR1MA™ 24-Well Deep Well Plates

Manufactured from pure polystyrene with no additives and sterilized by gamma irradiation, these plates ensure optimal sterility and performance. Plates are single-use (non-autoclavable) and come individually wrapped/sealed in polyethylene foil.

• Plates have square wells of 17 x 17 mm and 40 mm deep
• Typical shaking conditions: 225 rpm/50 mm, or 300 rpm/25 mm

Fully Skirted Square 24-Deep Well Microplate with Disposable Cover (PR-CR1424-CDC)

Older version of PR-CR1424-CL. Mainly used with the Thermo Fisher™ Cytomat™ Selector series and for further automation uses.

• Pyramid bottom for easy centrifugation (pellet in center well)
• Comes with a disposable low-evaporation sandwich cover (1.2 mm holes) on top
• Mainly used for automation purposes where the PR-CR1424-CL ridges are an issue 

Square 24-Deep Well Microplates with PS Lid (PR-CR1424-CL)

• Used for leachable-sensitive cultures, such as the cultivation of CHO- and HEK cells
• Pyramid bottom for easy centrifugation (pellet in center well)
• Stackable two high in our universal clamps
• Barcoded version available for sample tracking (PR-CR1424-CLB)

Square 24-Deep Well Microplates with Disposable Cover (PR-CR1424-CLDC)

• Low evaporation disposable covers (1.2 mm holes) mounted on top
• Pyramid bottom for easy centrifugation (pellet in center well)
• Stack three high in our universal clamps 

Grey/White Square 24-Deep Well Microplates with a Transparent Bottom (PR-CR1424-DG)

• Has a transparent bottom and is thus suitable for use in the Growth Profiler
• Light grey to prevent cross-talk between wells, ensuring the most accurate measurements, even at lower ODs 

Extra Tall 4-Position Universal Clamp (PR-CR1812DC-L)

For use with 24-Deep Well Plates and disposable covers.

Special clamping system with ultra-high pillars to support triple-stacked plates and disposable covers, such as the PR-CR1424-CLDC series. Fits various shaker platforms.

If stainless covers are used, only two 24-Deep Well Plates and covers are to be stacked (to prevent a too high center of gravity)

Specifications
 

Item #	Plate Description	Plate Height	Wells	Bottom Style	Vol.	Rec. Culture Vol.	Color
PR-CR1424-CL	Square deepwell w/ disposable PS lid	44 mm	24 Wells, 40 mm	V-Bottom	264 mL	3 mL	Clear
PR-CR1424-CLB	Square deepwell w/ disposable PS lid and barcode	44 mm	24 Wells, 40 mm	V-Bottom	264 mL	3 mL	Clear
PR-CR1424-CDC	Sq. deepwell w/ dispo. sandwich cover, 1.2 mm holes (Cytomat use)	44 mm	24 Wells, 40 mm	V-Bottom	264 mL	3 mL	Clear
PR-CR1424-CLDC	Square deepwell w/ disposable sandwich cover, 1.2 mm holes	44 mm	24 Wells, 40 mm	V-Bottom	264 mL	2.5 mL	Clear
PR-CR1424-DG	Square deepwell, disposable	44 mm	24 Wells, 40 mm	Transparent	264 mL	2.5 mL	Grey/White
PR-CR1812dc-L	Ultra high universal clamp with 4 positions, for triple stacking of 3 MTPs + disposable covers (fits various shaker platforms)

 

Disclaimer

Thermo Fisher™ and Cytomat™ are trademarks of Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. Our products are third-party items designed for compatibility with Thermo Fisher™ instruments. Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. does not manufacture, sponsor, or endorse our products, and is not affiliated with these offerings in any way.
 
 

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PR1MA™ 5 and 10 mL Transport Tubes

Leak-Proof, 95kPa Compliant, and Sterile.

PR1MA™ Transport Tubes are high-quality, leak-proof tubes designed for the secure transport, storage, and freezing of biological samples. Widely used in clinical, hospital, pharmaceutical, environmental, food testing, and research laboratories, these tubes meet the rigorous demands of modern laboratory workflows and 95kPa transportation compliance—making them suitable for air transport of infectious or high-value specimens.

These 5 mL (16 x 60 mm) and 10 mL (16 x 80 mm) tubes are constructed from high-grade polypropylene and feature vivid white printed graduations and a dedicated marking area for easy sample identification and tracking. All tubes are self-standing for stable benchtop use.

Two reliable sealing options are available:

• Standard Screw-Cap Tubes – Features a leak-proof 1.25-turn screw cap that comes pre-attached for convenience
• O-Ring Screw-Cap Tubes – Engineered with an integrated silicone O-ring that exceeds 95kPa standards, ensuring maximum containment in high-pressure and extreme temperature environments

Both types are available in:

• Sterile (with pre-attached caps)
• Non-sterile (with separately packaged caps)
• RNase, DNase, and pyrogen-free
• 100/bg, 10 bgs/cs for high-throughput laboratory use

Key Features

• Leak-proof screw caps (standard or O-ring options)
• Exceeds 95kPa compliance standards for safe air transport
• Durable, medical-grade polypropylene
• Clear printed graduations and writing area
• Available in 5 mL and 10 mL sizes
• Sterile (pre-attached caps) and non-sterile (caps separately packaged)
• Self-standing design for benchtop stability
• Ideal for storage, freezing, and transport of liquid samples

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™ 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

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

 

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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