MEDILAB Test Tube Baskets are durable, autoclavable containers designed for safe rinsing, draining, storage, and transport of test tubes and culture tubes. Their open-grid structure ensures efficient water flow and rapid drying, making them essential for sterilization, incubation, and glassware handling workflows. Built for routine laboratory use, these baskets provide long-lasting performance in demanding research and industrial environments.

 Key Features

• Autoclavable polypropylene construction for repeated steam sterilisation
• Unbreakable, non-corrosive, and chemically resistant for long-term laboratory reliability
• Open-grid design improves drainage, cleaning, and air circulation
• Lightweight yet strong for daily repetitive handling
• Ideal for washing, soaking, incubating, or storing tubes
• Stackable structure for optimised laboratory space management
• Smooth surfaces prevent scratching of glassware and ensure easy cleaning
• Stable, anti-tip design for safe handling of tubes during workflows

Material Specifications

• Material: Virgin Polypropylene (PP)
• Thermal Properties: Autoclavable at 121°C, maintains dimensional stability under hot, cold, and wet conditions
• Chemical Properties: Resistant to common laboratory acids, alkalis, salts, detergents, and solvents
• Mechanical Properties: High tensile strength, impact-resistant, unbreakable under routine use
• Manufacturing Standards: Produced under ISO 9001 / ISO 13485 certified quality systems

 Technical Specifications

• Available Capacities/Sizes:
  Standard laboratory basket sizes for different test tube volumes (custom sizes available on request)
• Design: Square, rigid, open-grid structure for optimal drainage
• Tolerance/Accuracy: Precision-moulded for uniformity and structural strength
• Accessories Included: One test tube basket (no additional accessories required)

 Handling & Precautions

• Clean with mild lab detergents; avoid abrasive cleaners
• Autoclave at 121°C; do not exceed the recommended temperature
• Ensure the basket is not placed on direct flame or exposed to prolonged heat above polymer limits
• Avoid overloading to maintain structural integrity
• Rinse after handling corrosive chemicals to extend lifespan
• Store in a clean, dry environment to prevent contamination

Applications

• Life science, biotech, and pharmaceutical labs for the sterilisation and storage of tubes
• Quality control and analytical laboratories for sample organisation and washing workflows
• Chemical and industrial R&D facilities for tube handling in wet and dry processes
• Academic and institutional laboratories for routine teaching and research experiments
• Ideal for washing, autoclaving, incubating, transporting, and storing test tubes across various laboratory processes