Axygen® Compression AxyMats™ are ideally suited to help reduce evaporation and ensure a proper seal when used in conjunction with Axygen PCR Microplates and PlateMax™ sealing films. Made of research-grade silicone, they can be autoclaved, and following a bleach wash and ethanol rinse protocol, they can also be reused. Axygen® Compression AxyMats™ are ideally suited to help reduce evaporation and ensure a proper seal when used in conjunction with Axygen PCR Microplates and PlateMax™ sealing films. Made of research-grade silicone, they can be autoclaved, and following a bleach wash and ethanol rinse protocol, they can also be reused.