The D1031-05 is the 0.5 mm silica bead variant in the D1031 prefilled bead tube family — 50 tubes per pack at $136. Mid-size bead format optimized for mammalian cells / fungal cells / mid-toughness samples.
For full chemistry rationale (bead size selection, acid-washed treatment, BeadBug 3 workflow), see the D1031-01 (0.1 mm silica anchor) page.
Key Specifications
| SKU | D1031-05 |
| Bead size | 0.5 mm (mid-size — for mammalian / fungal cells) |
| Bead material | Silica (glass) acid-washed |
| Pack quantity | 50 prefilled 2.0 mL tubes |
| Per-tube cost | $2.72 |
| Compatible chassis | D1030 (BeadBug 3) |
| List price | $136 |
D1031 Silica Bead Size Family
| SKU | Bead size | Best for |
| D1031-01 | 0.1 mm | Microbial cells, soft tissue |
| D1031-05 (this product) | 0.5 mm | Mammalian cells, fungal cells |
| D1031-10 | 1.0 mm | Tougher tissue (plant, fibrous) |
Ordering & Configuration
Pair with D1030 BeadBug 3 chassis.
Confirm at quote: chassis pairing, intended sample type (mammalian / fungal), and lead time.
Warranty: Per Benchmark Scientific standard consumable terms.
D1031 silica bead size family — see D1031-01 anchor for full bead-size selection detail.