Micro Pestle for 1.5 mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, Polypropylene

Description

The Micro Pestle for 1.5 mL Microcentrifuge Tubes, Polypropylene, also known as a microcentrifuge tube pestle, polypropylene micro pestle or laboratory micro homogeniser, is designed for manual grinding, homogenisation and mixing of small biological samples. It is commonly used in molecular biology, genomics, biochemistry and life science research laboratories for preparing samples before DNA, RNA and protein extraction procedures. Manufactured from moulded polypropylene (PP), this micro pestle provides a lightweight and practical solution for routine laboratory sample preparation. Its polypropylene construction is suitable for handling many common laboratory materials, although chemical compatibility should be confirmed before use with specific reagents or solvents.

The micro pestle is specifically designed to fit 1.5 mL microcentrifuge tubes (MCTs), allowing samples to be ground and homogenised directly inside compatible tubes. This design reduces the need to transfer samples into separate grinding vessels and helps simplify small-volume sample preparation workflows. In molecular biology and genomics laboratories, the micro pestle can be used to mechanically disrupt suitable biological samples before DNA and RNA extraction. Grinding helps break down sample material, supporting subsequent chemical or enzymatic extraction procedures. The effectiveness of sample disruption depends on the sample type, quantity and grinding technique.

For protein extraction and biochemistry applications, the polypropylene micro pestle can assist with homogenising small tissue samples and other suitable biological materials before further processing. Its manual operation allows laboratory personnel to control the grinding action according to the consistency and characteristics of the sample. The compact design and simple manual operation make this micro pestle useful for laboratory procedures involving limited sample quantities. It can be used for grinding, crushing, mixing and homogenising suitable specimens within compatible 1.5 mL microcentrifuge tubes, supporting routine sample preparation in research and analytical workflows.

The PolyLab Micro Pestle for 1.5 mL Microcentrifuge Tubes is suitable for use in university teaching laboratories, biotechnology facilities, molecular biology laboratories, research institutions and life science laboratories requiring a practical tool for small-volume sample grinding and homogenisation. Safety Precautions: Apply gentle, controlled pressure during grinding to avoid damaging or puncturing microcentrifuge tubes. Confirm compatibility with the sample, reagents and laboratory procedures before use. Sterility, DNase/RNase-free status and autoclave compatibility have not been specified.

This product is intended for laboratory and research applications and should be used according to appropriate laboratory safety procedures. The item is supplied as the selected PolyLab Polypropylene Micro Pestle for 1.5 mL Microcentrifuge Tubes. Microcentrifuge tubes, extraction reagents and additional laboratory accessories are not included unless specified separately.

LabChoice Australia supplies PolyLab Micro Pestles and laboratory sample preparation equipment for molecular biology laboratories, university research facilities, biotechnology laboratories, biochemistry laboratories and educational institutions requiring practical tools for grinding, homogenisation and mixing small biological samples.