Stoppers
Stoppers, also known as bungs, are used to give an airtight seal to laboratory flasks and test tubes by fitting tightly inside the neck of the container and preventing material from spilling. Stoppers can be made of glass, cork, rubber, or silicone. They are typically designed with a conical shape, but straight, flanged, and tapered options are also available.
Stoppers are the preferred choice for many applications requiring a tighter seal or a greater degree of chemical resistance. They also provide a good seal when a solution needs to be shaken or mixed without spilling. Stoppers are generally cylindrical in shape and have a tapered bottom end. They may be marked with a stopper number or size on the top and bottom diameters of the stopper. Sizing can vary among manufacturers.
Stoppers are available in a solid design or with holes known as positions placed in the top. Positions allow easy access to the material contained in the sealed vessel by pipettes, tubing, or other equipment without full removal of the stopper.
What Types of Stoppers Are Available?
• Turnover stoppers have external serrations to create an excellent internal seal combined with a flexible turnover sleeve that folds down over the container’s neck to create a double seal
• Serum bottle or vial stoppers have two or three legs with external serrations or straight sides and a flanged top to create an airtight seal
• Straight bromobutyl plug-type stoppers provide a maximum seal for vials and serum bottles with a straight-wall glass finish
• Ultra-pure, straight bromobutyl plug-type stoppers provide high chemical purity and low gas permeability. They offer excellent performance during freeze drying processes such as lyophilization, where stoppers must remain stable during transfer and sublimination phases
• Silicone recessed septa stoppers are non-toxic and have external serrations to create an effective internal seal
Thomas Scientific Stopper, Schoniger, 300/500 mL
6513C60 stopper was traditionally offered by Thomas for 300/500 mL combustion flasks; glass tip extends 50 mm below ground joint 6513C65 stopper is used for 1,000 mL combustion flasks; glass tip extends 90 mm below ground joint All feature U-shaped platinum gauze with 3 mm opening for insertion of the sample wrapper. For replacement Platinum Carrier, see Thomas number 6514F55.
Chemglass Life Sciences Foam Plug, fits 35-45mm Openings
Foam Plug, fits 35-45mm Openings. Identi-Plugs are for use with test tubes and flasks. They are reusable and leave no clinging fibers like cotton plugs. They provide a snug fit, yet permit free air flow. Plugs are ideal for use with Drosophila vials. They spring back to original shape after repeated use. Identi-Plugs can also be used as a cleaner for lab pipettes, tubes, vials, as well as industrial precision tubing. Plugs are approximately 1.75" long.
Chemglass Life Sciences Foam Plug, fits 46-50mm Openings
Foam Plug, fits 46-50mm Openings. Identi-Plugs are for use with test tubes and flasks. They are reusable and leave no clinging fibers like cotton plugs. They provide a snug fit, yet permit free air flow. Plugs are ideal for use with Drosophila vials. They spring back to original shape after repeated use. Identi-Plugs can also be used as a cleaner for lab pipettes, tubes, vials, as well as industrial precision tubing. Plugs are approximately 1.75" long.
Chemglass Life Sciences Foam Plug, fits 46-65mm Openings, 3.5" Long
Foam Plug, fits 46-65mm Openings, 3.5" Long. Identi-Plugs are for use with test tubes and flasks. They are reusable and leave no clinging fibers like cotton plugs. They provide a snug fit, yet permit free air flow. Plugs are ideal for use with Drosophila vials. They spring back to original shape after repeated use. Identi-Plugs can also be used as a cleaner for lab pipettes, tubes, vials, as well as industrial precision tubing.
Chemglass Life Sciences Foam Plug, fits 14-20mm Openings, Assorted Colors (Blue, White and Charcoal Grey)
Foam Plug, fits 14-20mm Openings, Assorted Colors. Identi-Plugs are for use with test tubes and flasks. They are reusable and leave no clinging fibers like cotton plugs. They provide a snug fit, yet permit free air flow. Plugs are ideal for use with Drosophila vials. They spring back to original shape after repeated use. Identi-Plugs can also be used as a cleaner for lab pipettes, tubes, vials, as well as industrial precision tubing. All plugs are approximately 1.75" long, except CGE-1490-066, which is approximately 3.5" long. The Assorted Color Variety Pack includes four plugs each of charcoal grey, blue, and white.
Chemglass Life Sciences Foam Plug, fits 14-20mm Openings
Foam Plug, fits 14-20mm Openings. Identi-Plugs are for use with test tubes and flasks. They are reusable and leave no clinging fibers like cotton plugs. They provide a snug fit, yet permit free air flow. Plugs are ideal for use with Drosophila vials. They spring back to original shape after repeated use. Identi-Plugs can also be used as a cleaner for lab pipettes, tubes, vials, as well as industrial precision tubing. Plugs are approximately 1.75" long.
Chemglass Life Sciences Foam Plug, fits 46-65mm Openings
Foam Plug, fits 46-65mm Openings. Identi-Plugs are for use with test tubes and flasks. They are reusable and leave no clinging fibers like cotton plugs. They provide a snug fit, yet permit free air flow. Plugs are ideal for use with Drosophila vials. They spring back to original shape after repeated use. Identi-Plugs can also be used as a cleaner for lab pipettes, tubes, vials, as well as industrial precision tubing. Plugs are approximately 1.75" long.
Hach Company Replacement Stopper
Replacement stopper for use with Gas washing bottle in the Hach Cold Vapor Mercury Apparatus Set (Prod No 2674400) to perform Cold Vapor Mercury Concentration Analysis Hach Method 10065
Chemglass Life Sciences Stopper, Grey Butyl Rubber, 20mm ASF
Stopper, Grey Butyl Rubber, 20mm ASF. For use with Headspace Vials.
Chemglass Life Sciences Solid Rubber Stopper, #6-1/2, Black
Solid Rubber Stopper, #6-1/2, Black. These stoppers are suitable for practically all general laboratory uses. Composition ensures resiliency and pliability over a long period and withstands laboratory conditions without hardening. The dimensions are in accordance with specifications established by the N.B.S. and are low in free sulfur (1/2%). Autoclavable at 250F for 30 minutes under water or steam conditions only (not dry heat). End user must test for their specific application. Diameter: Top (34mm), Bottom (27mm). Length: (25mm).
Chemglass Life Sciences Solid Rubber Stopper, #5, Black
Solid Rubber Stopper, #5, Black. These stoppers are suitable for practically all general laboratory uses. Composition ensures resiliency and pliability over a long period and withstands laboratory conditions without hardening. The dimensions are in accordance with specifications established by the N.B.S. and are low in free sulfur (1/2%). Autoclavable at 250F for 30 minutes under water or steam conditions only (not dry heat). End user must test for their specific application. Diameter: Top (27mm), Bottom (23mm). Length: (25mm).
Chemglass Life Sciences Rubber Stopper, #6, Two Holes, Black
Rubber Stopper, #6, Two Holes, Black. Similar to CG-3026 and CG-3027 except with two holes. These stoppers are suitable for practically all general laboratory uses. Composition ensures resiliency and pliability over a long period and withstands laboratory conditions without hardening. The dimensions are in accordance with specifications established by the N.B.S. and are low in free sulfur (1/2%). Autoclavable at 250F for 30 minutes under water or steam conditions only (not dry heat). End user must test for their specific application. Diameter: Top (32mm), Bottom (26mm). Length: (25mm). Diameter of holes: (5mm).
Chemglass Life Sciences Solid Rubber Stopper, #3, Black
Solid Rubber Stopper, #3, Black. These stoppers are suitable for practically all general laboratory uses. Composition ensures resiliency and pliability over a long period and withstands laboratory conditions without hardening. The dimensions are in accordance with specifications established by the N.B.S. and are low in free sulfur (1/2%). Autoclavable at 250F for 30 minutes under water or steam conditions only (not dry heat). End user must test for their specific application. Diameter: Top (24mm), Bottom (18mm). Length: (25mm).