Thermo Fisher Scientific has introduced the Thermo Scientific Matrix Amber 2D barcoded tubes, which are designed to protect light-sensitive samples.
Available in 0.5ml and 1.0ml sizes, these sterile, DNase-/RNase-free tubes are composed of Virgin Class IV medical-grade polypropylene with added amber colour to safeguard samples from potentially detrimental ultraviolet (UV) light while allowing users to gauge liquid levels inside the tube.
In addition, standard red caps prevent auto-luminescence and allow significantly less light penetration than white or clear caps, according to the company.
Designed in line with the existing portfolio of Matrix 2D tubes, each Matrix Amber tube is fully compatible with 2D barcode readers, handheld de-cappers, freezer racks and automated instruments, allowing users to integrate them with existing equipment.
Each Thermo Scientific Matrix Amber 2D barcoded tube effectively blocks specific wavelengths of light, maintaining the integrity of samples that can be degraded by UV frequencies.
In addition, the 2D barcoding technology is designed to ensure that sample storage and tracking are straightforward.
Permanently etching a unique barcode onto the tube base means the codes will never fall off.
The high-contrast etching ensures that they can even be accurately read following long-term cold storage.
In combination with the new line of Matrix Amber 2D barcoded tubes, Thermo Fisher offers a complete range of sample storage and tracking equipment, including the Thermo Scientific Visionmate 2D barcode reader, the Capit-All automated capper/de-capper, a handheld eight-channel de-capper and a series of cold storage options.
