PCR plates are essential lab consumables used in molecular biology for polymerase chain reaction (PCR) applications. These plates feature multiple wells (96, 384, or 1536) arranged in a standardized microplate format, enabling high-throughput sample processing. Key characteristics include compatibility with thermal cyclers, optical clarity for fluorescence detection, and materials like polypropylene for chemical resistance. Common product types include semi-skirted, full-skirted, and non-skirted plates, along with specialized variants such as twin.tec plates for improved sealing. This category may also include accessories like sealing films and plate mats. PCR plates are fundamental tools for applications ranging from gene sequencing to diagnostic testing in life sciences research.