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This section provides an overview for pcr tubes as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 5 pcr tube manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked pcr tube companies as of December, 2024: 1.Biologix Group Limited, 2.BrandTech Scientific, Inc., 3.Albéa Group.
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PCR Tubes are plastic tubes made specifically for use in PCR experiments. Polypropylene is usually used as the material, and a wide variety of sizes, shapes, and colors are available.
Figure 1. PCR tube and principle of PCR
PCR is an acronym for polymerase chain reaction, a technique that uses DNA polymerase to amplify a target DNA sequence from one to several million copies in a short period of time. Specifically, the series of reactions 1-3 below are called "cycles," and by repeating 25-35 cycles, copies of the target DNA are synthesized exponentially.
The device used to automatically control the temperature cycle and incubation time in PCR is a thermal cycler; PCR Tubes are manufactured for use in a thermal cycler. In order to select the correct PCR Tube, it is necessary to correctly understand the specifications of the thermal cycler you will be using.
In addition, since there are various types of PCR such as standard PCR, gradient PCR, real-time PCR, and qPCR, it is necessary to select the appropriate PCR for your purpose. At the same time, it is also important to properly prepare the experimental apparatus and reagents according to the type of experiment.
Figure 2. Various PCR tubes (Single tube) / Figure 3. Example of 8-row PCR tube
Polypropylene is usually used as the material. Polypropylene is chemically inert and can withstand rapid temperature changes during thermal cycling. In addition, the tube walls are manufactured to be thin and uniform to enhance heat transfer from the thermal cycler.
In addition, they are manufactured with the utmost care to ensure that they are free of dust and impurities such as endonucleases, pyrogens, DNA, lubricants, dyes, heavy metals, and fillers. This is because if the product becomes contaminated during manufacturing, dust particles can remain and interfere with PCR, or DNA fragments can serve as templates for nonspecific amplification, resulting in reduced experimental accuracy.
The structure consists of a tube portion that holds the sample and a cap portion, and is available in a single type with one separate tube, or an 8- or 12-tube type with multiple tubes.
There are two types of cap shapes: flat and domed, one with one cap per tube, and one with multiple caps in a row, which are separate from the tube.
There are two types of tube sections, one with a normal height (standard profile) and the other with a lower height (low profile). In addition to the transparent clear type, white ones are also available.
It is important to choose according to the type of experiment and to use the appropriate one for the thermal cycler you are using. For example, clear tubes (transparent type) make it easy to check the contents, while white tubes increase the sensitivity of qPCR by preventing fluorescence from refracting and diffusing outside the tube.
Domed caps allow rapid heat transfer from the thermal cycler, while flat caps can be marked with a marker and are easier to puncture with a needle during sample collection.
Low-profile tubes with a lower height minimize the space area in the reaction vessel, thus reducing the effects of evaporation and increasing the thermal conductivity compared to normal ones. Low-profile tubes are sometimes referred to as fast tubes because they are compatible with fast thermal blocks.
PCR Tubes are suitable for small- to medium-scale PCR experiments, and when the scale is larger, PCR plates are appropriate.
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BrandTech Scientific was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Essex, Connecticut. BrandTech Scientific supports laboratory sciences as a distributor for German-made supplies in Canada and the United States. BrandTech Scientific’s products include categories such as liquid handling including pipettes and instrumentation, life science such as PCR products and microplates, laboratory vacuum such as rotary vein pumps, lab support jacks, lab ware such as test tube racks, volumetric lab ware hardware and software, and lab rat gear, as well as offering vacuum pump selection guides.
Biologix Limited Group was established in 2007 and is located in Shandong, China. The company is a manufacturer of disposable medical detection reagents and supplies. The company's range of products includes PCR and Cell Culture consumables, Virus detection kits, Industrial Storage Containers, and COVID-19 Nucleic Acid Detection kits. The company is also into the R&D of disposable medical detection reagents. Biologix is also an OEM provider of plastic laboratory consumables and has locations in Europe and the United States.
Albéa Group, established in 2004 and headquartered in Gennevilliers, France, is a manufacturer of packaging and cosmetic solutions. The company manufactures a broad range of products, including packaging solutions for beauty and personal care such as cosmetic tubes, fragrance components, and dispensing systems. It holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications, and the products boast features of advancement, design flexibility, and eco-friendly materials, aligning with the growing demand for sustainable packaging. Serving various industries, including beauty, personal care, and pharmaceuticals, its solutions serve the evolving needs of brands and consumers.
Zhejiang Rongda Biotechnology Co., Ltd., established in 2018, is a manufacturer of Cell Freezing Tubes and supplier of 2D Cryogenic Vials, headquartered in Huangyan, Taizhou, China. The company’s product line ranges of essential products, including cell freezing tubes, centrifuge tubes, pipette tips, PCR tubes, and more. They are also ISO13485, FDA, and CE certified. Under the AMNGENT brand, their services are more centered on cell culture, molecular biological consumables, diagnostic reagents, and safety management. Their products are exported to over 80 countries, including the United States and the European Union. They offer customized services, both OEM and ODM.
BIOBASE, established in 1999, is a high-tech manufacturing enterprise whose business covers biomedical, e-commerce, intelligent manufacturing, scientific equipment In Vitro Diagnosis (IVD) instrument and reagent based in China. Specialized in research, development, and manufacturing of laboratory and medical equipment, catering to life sciences, healthcare, and environmental protection industries. Their product range includes biological safety cabinets, incubators, centrifuges, and more. The company has branch offices in 24 provinces in China, with overseas establishment in USA, Dubai, India, Algeria, Singapore, and business partners in 130 countries.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biologix Group Limited |
34.4%
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| 2 | BrandTech Scientific, Inc. |
28.1%
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| 3 | Albéa Group |
21.9%
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| 4 | Zhejiang Rongda Biotechnology Co., Ltd. |
15.6%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the pcr tube page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
|
China
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2 | 50.0% |
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United States of America
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1 | 25.0% |
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France
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1 | 25.0% |
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Yagyu Shokai Co., Ltd.
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Very Fast Response
■Features - Can be sterilized by autoclave. - Improved sealing performance due to the well-designed cap shape. ・0.5mL contains pickpockets.
Yagyu Shokai Co., Ltd.
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Very Fast Response
■Features ・The tube wall is uniform and thin, and has excellent thermal conductivity to suppress amplification errors of PCR samples. - Unique cap...
Yagyu Shokai Co., Ltd.
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■Efficient PCR by thinning the wall and eliminating uneven thickness ・Thin and uniform design minimizes variations in thickness and achieves effec...
Yagyu Shokai Co., Ltd.
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■Features - Cap and tube can be easily separated. ・Using the multi-cap tool allows you to open and close the cap smoothly. *Sample 3-8624-01 is a...
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Yagyu Shokai Co., Ltd.
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■Features ・Individual cap prevents contamination to other tubes when opening and closing. -Highly transparent and suitable for real-time PCR. ・32...
Yagyu Shokai Co., Ltd.
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It has high transparency and is suitable for real-time PCR.
Yagyu Shokai Co., Ltd.
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■Features - Each lid can be opened and closed independently to prevent contamination between tubes. ・Since the thickness is thin and uniform, heat...
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■Cap opens and closes with 1/10 force. Two-color molded 8-tube PCR tube with excellent measurement sensitivity A two-color molded 8-tube PCR tube w...
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A tabletop centrifuge for 1.5 (2.0) mL tubes and 8 PCR tubes. Reliable domestic manufacturing! We have eliminated protrusions that could break on i...
Eppendorf High Mac Technologies Co., Ltd.
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■ Characteristics ・ 1 × 0.2mlpCR tube ・ Maximum ø6mm ・ Compatible with all 1.5/2.0ml rotors ・ Sixth set
Yuken Science Co., Ltd.
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■0.2mm single ・Since the wall surface is thin and uniformly molded, excellent thermal conductivity enables efficient PCR. - Tight-fitting highly a...
Yuken Science Co., Ltd.
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■0.2mm8 lotus -Each tube has an independent, tight-fitting, highly airtight cap to prevent contamination and sample evaporation. ・Since the wall s...
Yuken Science Co., Ltd.
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■0.2mm8 lotus tube ・Since the wall surface is thin and uniformly molded, excellent thermal conductivity enables efficient PCR. - Tight-fitting hig...
F.C.R. & Bio Co., Ltd.
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Compared to other companies, Lab Staff's cap is deeper, larger, and has superior sealing performance. There are two types of caps: dome type and f...
F.C.R. & Bio Co., Ltd.
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■Lab Stuff Optically transparent cap greatly improves fluorescence measurement sensitivity ・The design of the 8-tube tube for real-time PCR is des...
Cell Diagnostics joint company
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■ Characteristics ・ Because the wall is thin and uniform, it has excellent thermal conductivity. Therefore, it enables efficient PCR amplification...
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