Lysis Beads
Lysis Beads for Reliable, High-Performance Sample Homogenization
BioSpec offers one of the broadest selections of lysis beads for bead beating and sample homogenization. From bacteria and yeast to plant and animal tissues, our beads are available in a wide range of materials, sizes, and packaging options to help you optimize disruption, recovery, and reproducibility for your specific sample.
Whether you need glass, zirconia/silica, stainless steel, chrome steel, or other specialized bead media, BioSpec makes it easy to find the right combination for your application.
Visit Our Lysis Bead Guidelines Page to Find:
- Bead selection recommendations based on your sample type and application
- Guidance on choosing the right bead material, including glass, zirconia/silica, steel, and other options
- Recommended bead sizes for bacteria, yeast, fungi, plant material, animal tissues, and more
- Tips for optimizing bead beating and homogenization for improved sample disruption and recovery
- Protocols for cleaning and sterilizing your beads
- Application-specific recommendations to help you get the best results from your BioSpec homogenizer
Not sure which beads are right for your sample? Visit our Lysis Bead Guidelines for practical recommendations and selection guidance.
