Quick Answer:The Float Rack is a compact polypropylene rack that floats 16 micro centrifuge tubes of 1.5 ml in a water bath for incubation. It is autoclavable and has a central rod handle for lifting.
Last updated: 18 October 2026
Key Features
Holds 16 micro centrifuge tubes of 1.5 ml.
Floats in a water bath while the tubes incubate.
Compact, autoclavable polypropylene.
Raised alphanumeric index on the surface for identifying each position.
Central rod handle for convenient lifting.
Technical Specifications
Specification
Value
Material
Polypropylene
Capacity
16 micro centrifuge tubes of 1.5 ml
Position marking
Raised alphanumeric index
Handle
Central rod handle
Sterilisation
Autoclavable
How It Is Used
Load the 1.5 ml micro centrifuge tubes into the rack and set it on the surface of a water bath so the samples incubate at the bath temperature. The alphanumeric index helps keep track of each sample, and the central handle lifts the rack out when incubation is complete. It is used in microbiology and immunology laboratories.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tubes does the Float Rack hold?
It holds 16 micro centrifuge tubes of 1.5 ml each.
Can the Float Rack be autoclaved?
Yes. The polypropylene rack is autoclavable.
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