Corning™ PYREX™ Round Wide-Mouth Media Storage Bottles with GLS80 Screw Cap

Catalog No.	Capacity (Metric)
13-700-403	500 mL
13-700-404	1 L
13-700-405	2000 mL

Catalog No. 13-700-403 Supplier Corning™ Supplier No. 1397500

Description

Includes

Linerless, one-piece, autoclavable, orange polypropylene plug-seal GLS80 threaded cap with drip-free pouring ring

Designed for heavy-duty storage as well as mixing and sampling

Wide mouth bottles are designed for heavy duty storage as well as mixing and sampling. The extra-wide mouth (69 mm inner diameter) gives easier access for pouring and removing pastes, powders, and larger items. They include a linerless, one-piece autoclavable orange poly­pro­pylene plug seal GLS 80-threaded cap with a drip-free pouring ring. The neck GL 45-threaded bottles, is much easier to add or remove powders, and to clean.

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Specifications

• Capacity: 16 oz., 500 mL
• Capacity (Metric): 500 mL
• Capacity (English): 16 oz.
• Diameter (English): 3.97 in.
• Material: Borosilicate Glass
• No. per Case: 10/Cs.
• No. per Pack: 10/Pk.
• Sterility: Non-sterile
• Closure Color: Orange
• Shape: Cylindrical
• Height (Metric): 148 mm
• Height (English): 5.82 in.
• Closure Material: Polypropylene
• Closure Size: GL S80
• Diameter (Metric): 101 mm
• Closure Type: Plug Seal

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Where can I find more technical information about PYREX wide mouth storage bottles?

Utilize the Product Selection Guide for more information regarding:
• The description of glasses used in Corning labware
• Safety features and benefits of Corning glassware
• Suggestions for cleaning and thermal properties
• Properties of plastic components used in Corning glassware

Are there optional caps available?

Yes, optional caps include:
• Orange Cap (GLS80): Corning Cat. No. 1397-80LTC, available in packs of 20.

What are the features of the included caps?

• Easy on-off quick-release cap
• One-piece cap design with an integral plug that molds against the bottle rim to ensure a strong seal
• Audible "click" sound when the cap is properly sealed

How can the bottles be sterilized?

PYREX bottles can be sterilized by autoclaving or dry heat. The polypropylene caps can also be autoclaved.

What are the key features of the bottles?

• Wide neck for easier addition and removal of powders, as well as easier cleaning
• Easily accommodates wide-mouth funnels
• High thermal shock resistance, making the glass bottles useable up to 500°C and suitable for microwave ovens
• Permanent white enamel graduations and marking spot for easy measurement and labeling
• Traceability code for simplified documentation

What is the neck size of the wide mouth bottles?

The GLS80 neck opening is 65 mm inner diameter, which is 2 times larger than the opening on standard GL45 threaded bottles.

What sizes are available for these bottles?

The bottles are available in three sizes:
• 500 mL
• 1 L (1000 mL)
• 2 L (2000 mL)

What are PYREX wide mouth storage bottles used for?

PYREX wide mouth storage bottles are designed for heavy-duty storage, as well as for mixing, sampling, and handling materials like powders, pastes, and larger items.

How can I increase the lifespan of my PYREX and PYREXPLUS bottles?

Proper care includes:
• Avoiding mechanical damage (e.g., scratches or chips)
• Preventing thermal shock
• Following recommended cleaning and sterilization techniques

How should I clean PYREX bottles?

1. Wash bottles promptly after use, or soak them in water if immediate cleaning isn’t possible
2. Sterilize bottles contaminated with biological materials before cleaning
3. Use detergent and rinse thoroughly with tap water, followed by deionized or distilled water
4. For new bottles used in cell culture, soak in a 1% hydrochloric or nitric acid solution before washing

What precautions should I take when autoclaving PYREX bottles?

• Do not tighten caps immediately after autoclaving to prevent vacuum breakage, except for vented caps (e.g., 1395-45LTMC)
• Replace vented caps after 3-5 autoclave cycles or if the membrane is damaged

Can I use PYREX bottles with bottle-top filter units?

Do not use bottle-top filter units with reagent bottles larger than 1000 mL or laboratory bottles larger than 2000 mL.

Are PYREX bottles suitable for vacuum or pressure applications?

PYREX bottles larger than 2000 mL are not recommended for vacuum applications. Additionally, 1396 and 1397 series bottles are not designed for vacuum use.

What safety precautions should I take when using PYREX bottles?

Follow these safety guidelines:
• Avoid using scratched, cracked, or nicked glassware
• Do not expose bottles to direct heat, such as a flame or hot plate
• Prevent thermal shock by avoiding rapid temperature changes (e.g., placing hot bottles on cold surfaces)
• Do not refrigerate below -20°C or expose PYREXPLUS bottles to temperatures above 80°C

Are vented caps available, and what are they used for?

Yes, vented caps with a 0.22 µm PTFE membrane allow automatic gas exchange during autoclaving. They are suitable for use with bottle sizes ranging from 100 mL to 2000 mL.

Can the caps withstand high temperatures?

The standard orange polypropylene caps can withstand up to 140°C. Optional red PBT caps with PTFE-coated liners are available for applications requiring temperatures up to 180°C.

What types of caps are available for PYREX bottles?

A variety of optional closures are available, including:
• Plug seal, GL45 and GLS80 color-coded caps for sorting and identification
• High-temperature PBT caps with PTFE-coated liners, ETFE copolymer rings, or silicone septa (suitable for dry heat sterilization up to 180°C)
• Vented GL45 caps with 0.22 µm PTFE hydrophobic membranes for automatic gas exchange
• Open-top PBT caps in GL25, GL32, and GL45 sizes
• Silicone or PTFE-faced silicone septa for open-top caps

What material are PYREX bottles made of?

PYREX bottles are made from Type I, Class A borosilicate glass, which is chemically resistant and has low thermal expansion. They come with clear polypropylene pouring rings and caps and are fully autoclavable.

What are PYREX and PYREXPLUS reusable laboratory bottles used for?

PYREX bottles are heavy-duty storage vessels designed for reagents, sterile tissue culture media, biological fluids, aqueous and nonaqueous solutions. PYREXPLUS bottles have a PVC coating for added protection, and Low Actinic bottles are available for light-sensitive materials.