Cleaning test tubes?

[Shanny]

Hi Everyone,

I forgot to drain and clean one of my tubes from my test kit and now it seems to be stained. I don't want that to affect the way the color shows through as it might skew my results. I know I shouldn't use a chemical cleaner but what can I use to get in there and really clean it.

What do you use to clean yours?

Thank you!

 

[scottayy]

Hmm I've never had this happen and I've let them sit for a while. Usually I just rinse with tap, shake dry, then rinse with tank water.

I guess if it's a tough stain you could use a wire brush and some vinegar.

 

[miran3773]

Baby bottle cleaner?

 

[54seaweed]

I broke 2 of mine pet store sells a 6 pack of them I paid $5 for the replacements
a lot cheaper than having to buy another test kit

 

[Shanny]

I never thought of looking for replacements.

Thanks for all the suggestions!

 

[jose7878]

I clean my in the dishwasher..

 

[54seaweed]

I clean my in the dishwasher..

funny you said that !!

That's how I broke mine...

put them in that little silverware thingie

they must have flew out as soon as the high power jets hit them

 

[jose7878]

I have had a couple break I think it was the heat of the dry mode. They do sell replacements