Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) is a ubiquitous technique in molecular biology labs for amplifying DNA. PCR 8-strip tubes are specially designed consumables engineered for optimal PCR performance.

What Are PCR 8-Strip Tubes?

 consist of 8 connected 0.2 ml tubes mounted in a single strip. They are sized to fit standard 96-well PCR plates.

Each tube in the 8-strip has its own individual snap-on cap. The strips can be separated into individual tubes if desired.

Key Features of PCR 8-Strip Tubes

• Made of polypropylene for chemical resistance
• Ultra-thin walls for rapid heat transfer
• Flat optical bottom permits fluorescence detection
• 8 x 0.2 ml tubes in easy-access strip format
• Individual screw caps for leakproof sealing
• Free of DNase, RNase, and human genomic DNA
• Pre-sterilized and ready for immediate use

Benefits of Using PCR 8-Strip Tubes

PCR 8-strip tubes provide the following key advantages:

Superior Thermal Transfer

The extremely thin polypropylene walls maximize contact with thermal cycler blocks for rapid, uniform heating and cooling.

Convenient Strip Format

The 8-tube strip configuration matches standard plate layouts and automated pipetting. Strips can be popped out for individual use.

Fluorescence Detection

The optically clear flat bottom permits fluorescence monitoring for quantitative PCR assays.

Secure Sealing

The attached screw caps prevent evaporation and leakage even after many heating/cooling cycles.

Sterile Environment

Gamma irradiation sterilization eliminates contaminating DNA, RNase, and DNase that could degrade samples.

DNA/RNA Free

PCR tubes are guaranteed free of human genomic DNA and RNA for sensitive PCR detection.

Applications of PCR 8-Strip Tubes

PCR 8-strip tubes are ideal for:

• Standard endpoint PCR
• Real-time quantitative PCR
• High-throughput PCR screening
• PCR-based diagnostics testing
• CDNA synthesis
• Molecular cloning
• Next-generation sequencing library prep

Buying Considerations for PCR 8-Strip Tubes

To achieve optimal PCR results, only purchase PCR tubes from reputable manufacturers that adhere to strict quality standards. Look for:

• Precision molding - smooth walls and flat bottom for thermal uniformity
• Virgin grade polypropylene - highest purity plastic for stability
• DNase/RNase free - protects purity of samples
• NSF/ISO certified - ensures overall quality management
• Tight QC - guarantees tube-to-tube consistency

Investing a few extra cents in premium PCR 8-strip tubes pays dividends through reliable, repeatable PCR results every time.

The Gold Standard PCR Tube for Flawless Amplification

PCR 8-strip tubes are specially engineered to deliver optimal PCR performance. Their thin walls speed up thermal cycling while the optical bottom enables qPCR detection.

The 8-tube strip format matches standard 96-well plates for simplified workflow and high throughput. Sterilization and purity guarantees give confidence in your results.

For the highest quality PCR tubes guaranteed to meet exacting specifications, look no further than PCR strip tubes and other consumables from premium manufacturers like ACE Biomedical.