Name: Heathrow Scientific Tube Roller Racks – Pack of 3
Brand: Heathrow Scientific
SKU: BTS-120957
Price: 63.0 USD
Availability: InStock

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Heathrow Scientific Tube Roller Racks – Pack of 3

$63.00

Ten-tube racks that increase the capacity of a tube roller. Heathrow Scientific Tube Roller Racks are blue polypropylene racks in a small and a large size, sold as a pack of 3.

Small fits tubes up to 17 mm; large fits 18 to 20 mm
Slows the effective roller RPM for gentler mixing, per Heathrow
Pack of 3 (120957 small, 120956 large)

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Ten-tube racks that add capacity to a tube roller

A tube roller can only mix as many tubes as it holds. Heathrow Scientific’s Tube Roller Racks are polypropylene racks that hold up to 10 tubes each, which Heathrow describes as doubling or tripling the capacity of your tube roller equipment. They come in two sizes for different tube diameters, and each order is a pack of 3 racks.

Manufacturer photograph of blue Heathrow tube roller racks — Manufacturer photograph of the tube roller racks.

Choose your size

120957 – Small: tubes up to 17 mm diameter (3.5 to 7 mL blood collection and culture tubes)
120956 – Large: tubes 18 to 20 mm diameter (10 mL blood collection and culture tubes, standard 15 mL tubes)
Both: 10-tube capacity, blue polypropylene, pack of 3

Each order is a Pack of 3 racks, not a single rack.

Why use a rack on a roller

Heathrow lists several reasons to load tubes into these racks rather than directly onto the roller:

Large-batch processing reduces the number of roller cycles needed.
Extra capacity helps when incubator space is limited.
The larger rotation slows the effective RPM of the roller, and Heathrow notes that this controlled, lower speed mitigates cell damage and reduces sample errors.
The tube holder axis is parallel to the roller axis, for pure horizontal rotation and controlled sample manipulation.
It handles more tubes without investing in additional machines.

Match the rack to your tube diameter

Heathrow states that the racks accommodate most tube brands. The two sizes differ in the holding prongs, unit length and the tubes they fit, so measure your tube diameter before you order.

Small rack (120957)

Fits blood collection and culture tubes of 10 to 17 mm (3.5 to 7 mL). Unit diameter 2.54 in, holding prongs 0.468 ± 0.008 in diameter, unit length 9.4 in.

Large rack (120956)

Fits blood collection and culture tubes (10 mL) and standard 15 mL tubes of 18 to 20 mm. Unit diameter 2.54 in, holding prongs 0.59 ± 0.01 in diameter, unit length 11 in.

Confirm that the unit diameter and length suit your tube roller before you order; Heathrow does not publish a list of compatible roller models.

A rack that also works on the bench

Heathrow says the racks can serve as a storage rack for upright storage or be submerged in an ice bath. The polypropylene construction is described as wear-resistant and as offering reliable sterilization through autoclaving; the page does not give cycle conditions, so confirm yours with Blue Tiger Scientific if the process is validated.

Manufacturer image of the small tube roller rack — Manufacturer image of the small rack (120957).

Use upright as a tube rack
Place in an ice bath
Autoclave, per the manufacturer

Ordering the tube roller racks

Both sizes are supplied as a Pack of 3 racks. Capacity (10 tubes) is per rack. Choose the size option on this page. Blue Tiger Scientific confirms availability and delivery details with your order.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many racks come in one order?

A pack of 3. Each rack holds up to 10 tubes.

Which size do I need for 15 mL tubes?

The large rack, 120956, is listed for standard 15 mL tubes of 18 to 20 mm, and for 10 mL blood collection and culture tubes.

What does the small rack fit?

Blood collection and culture tubes of 10 to 17 mm (3.5 to 7 mL), item 120957.

What are the rack dimensions?

Both have a 2.54 in unit diameter. The large rack is 11 in long with 0.59 ± 0.01 in holding prongs; the small rack is 9.4 in long with 0.468 ± 0.008 in prongs.

Can I autoclave the racks?

Heathrow describes the polypropylene as offering reliable sterilization through autoclaving but does not publish cycle conditions. Confirm your cycle with Blue Tiger Scientific.

Can I use them without a roller?

Yes. Heathrow says they can be used as an upright storage rack or submerged in an ice bath.

Will they fit my tube roller?

Heathrow states the tube holder axis is parallel to the roller axis and that the racks accommodate most tube brands, but it does not list compatible roller models. Check the unit diameter and length against your equipment.

What are the racks made of?

Blue polypropylene.

Specification	Detail
Brand	Heathrow Scientific
Product	Tube Roller Racks
Catalog Numbers	120957 (Small); 120956 (Large)
Quantity	Pack of 3
Capacity	10 tubes per rack
Material	Polypropylene
Color	Blue
Tube Diameter (Small)	Up to 17 mm; blood collection and culture tubes 3.5 to 7 mL
Tube Diameter (Large)	18 to 20 mm; 10 mL blood collection and culture tubes and standard 15 mL tubes
Unit Diameter	2.54 in (both sizes)
Holding Prongs Diameter	Small 0.468 ± 0.008 in; Large 0.59 ± 0.01 in
Unit Length	Small 9.4 in; Large 11 in
Sterilization	Autoclavable (manufacturer-listed; cycle conditions not published)
Patent Reference	Euro. Pat. App. 4 491 266 (per Heathrow)

Ordering Information

Cat. No.	Description	Pack
120957	Tube roller rack, Small, tubes up to 17 mm, 10 tubes per rack, blue	Pack of 3
120956	Tube roller rack, Large, tubes 18–20 mm, 10 tubes per rack, blue	Pack of 3

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