Plasticware for submitting samples to DArT
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Overview
The quality of your samples and our ability to process them efficiently with our automated plate processing equipment depend on the use of high-quality plasticware. The suitability of the plasticware depends on your sample type.
We have listed below the type of plasticware that we require for each type of sample. If incorrect plates are used and we need to transfer samples to the correct plasticware, we may need to make an additional charge for this service, and double handling may affect the quality of your samples.
Request plasticware when ordering
If you cannot source the recommended plasticware, we can send you the suitable plasticware when you place your order. This will be charged to you at cost price and added to your final invoice. Please contact us to make a request.
What plasticware should you use?
- Plasticware for DNA: Use a PCR plate
- Plasticware for blood and tiny samples: Use a PCR plate
- Plasticware for animal samples: Use a microtube system, 96 tubes, 1.1ml racked
- Plasticware for plant samples: Use a microtube system, 96 tubes, 1.1ml racked
- Plasticware for pulverised seeds: Use a microtube system, 96 tubes, 1.1ml racked
- Plasticware for whole seeds/grains: Use a deepwell plate 96
Please see the specific plasticware recommendation based on your sample type.
Plasticware for DNA
Please package your DNA samples into one of the fully skirted PCR plates with translucent wells listed in the table below. If the correct plasticware is not available, we can courier it to you via DHL, adding the cost of shipping to your invoice.
We prefer that you seal the plate with a high quality heat seal (suitable for transportation), although one of the seals designated in the table below is acceptable. Please do not use adhesive seals at all due to the possible risk of cross-contamination of samples during transportation.
Note that the plates and seals come in a variety of colours. It doesn’t matter what colour plate or seal you use.
| Plate Manufacturer | Plate name | Image | Plate product codes | Seal name | Seal product codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eppendorf© | TwinTec©, skirted, 150 μL, PCR clean |   |
| Cap Strips, 8-strips, flat | 30124847 |
| Cap Strips, 8-Strips, domed | 30124839 | ||||
| Azenta Life Sciences | Framestar© 96 Well Skirted PCR Plate |  |
| 8 cap, flat optical | 4ti-0783 |
| 8 cap, domed | 4ti-0782 | ||||
| Bio-Rad | Hard-Shell© 96-Well PCR Plates. Low profile. Thin walled, skirted |  |
| 0.2 mL Optical Flat PCR Tube 8-Cap Strips, Clear | TCS0803 |
| 0.2 ml Domed PCR Tube 8-Cap Strips, Clear | TCS0803 |
Plasticware for plant tissue
We recommend you use the following plates.
It is preferred that Micronic Pierceable TPE capband-8 cluster (MP53024) seals are used, which are compatible with all plates below. The Capmat-96 and the Capband-8 come in a variety of colours, in a mat format with tear-off lines to obtain cap strips. However, if the Micronic seals cannot be sourced, please use the matching seals from the same plate Manufacturer.
| Plate Manufacturer | Plate name | Image | Plate product codes | Seal name | Seal product codes | Image |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Axygen | Mini tube (single, non-sterile) |  | MTS-11-C-R (non-sterile) | Mini tube (8-cap strip and non sterile) | MTS-8CP-C (non-sterile) |  |
| Mini tube (single, sterile) | MTS-11-C-R-S (sterile) | Mini tube (8-cap strip and sterile) | MTS-8CP-C-S (sterile) | |||
| Qiagen | Collection Micro tubes (10x96) |  | 19560 | Collection Micro tube Caps (120x8) | 19566 |  |
| Interlab | MicroTube Rack System™, 1.1mL Single Tubes in Racks ) |  | TN0946-01R | Micronic Pierceable TPE capband-8 cluster. | MP53024 | |
Plasticware for pulverised seeds
We recommend you use the following plates.
It is preferred that Micronic Pierceable TPE capband-8 cluster (MP53024) seals are used, which are compatible with all plates below. The Capmat-96 and the Capband-8 come in a variety of colours, in a mat format with tear-off lines to obtain cap strips. However, if the Micronic seals cannot be sourced, please use the matching seals from the same plate Manufacturer.
| Plate Manufacturer | Plate name | Image | Plate product codes | Seal name | Seal product codes | Image |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Axygen | Mini tube (single, non-sterile) | | MTS-11-C-R (non-sterile) | Mini tube (8-cap strip and non sterile) | MTS-8CP-C (non-sterile) | |
| Mini tube (single, sterile) | MTS-11-C-R-S (sterile) | Mini tube (8-cap strip and sterile) | MTS-8CP-C-S (sterile) | |||
| Qiagen | Collection Micro tubes (10x96) | | 19560 | Collection Micro tube Caps (120x8) | 19566 | |
| Interlab | MicroTube Rack System™, 1.1mL Single Tubes in Racks ) | | TN0946-01R | Micronic Pierceable TPE capband-8 cluster. | MP53024 | |
Plasticware for whole seeds/grains
Important
Whole seeds and grains can be tough materials, and require plasticware with wells resistant to cracking when we grind the samples with a metal ball bearing. Please ensure that you use the Chemagic deepwell plate ordered from Perkin Elmer. If you can't source this plasticware, contact us and we can send it to you for a small fee.
- Chemagic Deep Well Plate, 96 well, 2mL (Perkin Elmer) – Cat# CMG-555. This is a special product order. Contact the Sales Representative in Australia, Revvity: https://www.revvity.com/au-en
- Sealed with Silicon Sealing Mat for 2ml 96 Square Well Deep Well Plates (Axygen) – Cat# AM-2ML-SQ
When packaging deep well plates for shipment, please:
- Ensure the plates are properly sealed and labelled matching the Sample Tracking File (e.g., plate 1, plate 2, etc..).
- Secure the seal by putting a piece of cardboard on top of it and secure it to the plate with rubber bands
- Place tightly packed in an appropriately sized box with bubble wrap or Styrofoam. Please read How to pack and ship samples for more information and include any applicable Documentation & permits when you ship to us
Request plasticware when ordering
If you cannot source the recommended plasticware, we can send you the suitable plasticware when you place your order. This will be charged to you at cost price and added to your final invoice. Please contact us to make a request.
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