MP Biomedicals Ceramic Sphere 1/4 in. Pack of 1000 Spheres

The MP Biomedicals 116540422 Ceramic Sphere is a specialized type of bead media designed for use in bead mill homogenizers for the mechanical disruption of biological samples.

These spheres are precisely sized at 1/4 inch (6.35 mm) in diameter and are constructed from a ceramic material, which provides the necessary density and hardness for effective homogenization. They function by physically impacting and grinding samples during high-speed agitation. This efficient mechanical lysis method is crucial for breaking down tough or fibrous tissues, as well as lysing various cell types including animal and plant tissues, bacteria, yeast, and fungi.

The ceramic spheres are a key component in nucleic acid and protein extraction protocols, ensuring high yields from difficult-to-lyse samples. They are a versatile and reusable form of lysing matrix, compatible with MP Biomedicals' FastPrep instruments and other bead beaters.