Sample Vials
Tubes and vials for general collection, storage, and transportation of samples; available in a variety of colors, sizes, volume capacities, and material compositions; may be sterile, non-sterile, and/or autoclavable; may include caps.
The term “vial” is somewhat undefined and is usually described as a small, cylindrical, and flat-bottomed container used to hold liquids. Most sample vials are made of plastic or glass, and include a separate or attached lid or closure. Sample vials are categorized by material and also by their size or specific purpose.
Glass sample vials are categorized by the type of glass used to make them.
- Type I, Class A glass sample vials are made from low-expansion borosilicate glass
- Type I, Class B glass sample vials are made from an alumino-borosilicate glass
- Type II are made from soda-lime glass
Plastic sample vials may be made from a variety of resins, including:
- Polycarbonate
- Polypropylene
- Polystyrene
- Low-density polyethylene (LDPE)
- High-density polyethylene (HDPE)
Glass sample vials may be clear or amber-colored (to protect the contents from ultraviolet light). Plastic sample vials are available in a range of colors, including amber, natural, and clear resins.
Sample vials may have different types of closures, depending on their use and the material being stored.
- Screw caps
- For both glass and plastic sample vials
- May be closed or open
- Typically made from polypropylene or phenolic resin (with a variety of closure liners, including PE foam, PTFE, cork, tin, etc.)
- Flip-top
- Caps for plastic sample vials may be attached by a tether to the vial itself
- Also called “captive” closures
- Snap caps (external): Both glass and plastic sample vials
- Plug caps (internal): Both glass and plastic sample vials
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial Only, Sample, 8mL, Amber, 17x60mm, GPI 15-425
Vial Only, Sample, 8mL, Amber, 17x60mm, GPI 15-425. Amber sample vials packaged in convenient LAB-PACS. Made from Type 1 borosilicate glass. Vials are conveniently packed in shrink-wrapped packs of 100.
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial Only, Sample, 20mL, Clear, 28x57mm, GPI 24-400
Vial Only, Sample, 20mL, Clear, 28x57mm, GPI 24-400. Clear sample vials packaged in convenient LAB-PACS. Made from Type 1 borosilicate glass. Vials are conveniently packed in shrink-wrapped packs of 100. Caps sold separately.
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial, 1.5mL, Clear, Large Opening, 12x32mm, 9mm Thread, High Recovery
Vial, 1.5mL, Clear, Large Opening, 12x32mm, 9mm Thread, High Recovery. With a 40% larger opening, this vial is specifically designed to work in robotic arm auto samplers. They also incorporate the unique Step Vial design that precisely centers a limited volume insert in the neck of the vial.
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial, 4.0mL, Amber, WISP, 15x45mm, GPI 13-425
Vial, 4.0mL, Amber, WISP, 15x45mm, GPI 13-425. This vial is designed to work in Shimadzu and Waters WISP™ 48 position auto samplers. Amber borosilicate. These vials incorporate the unique Step Vial design that precisely centers a limited volume insert in the neck of the vial. Available with graduated marking spots.
Creative Bioarray HPB-ALL, 1 vial, Species: Human, Source: T cell leukemia
Species: HumanSource: T cell leukemiaMorphology: round to polymorph cells growing singly or in clusters in suspension
Bellco Glass, Inc. Glass Flat Bottom Vial, 1.0mL
DescriptionThis vial is made of clear borosilicate glass and has flat bottom. Sample capacity of 1.0mL, 9mm in diameter, and 30mm in height. Vials compatible with our Multi-Tier Plate System. 100 vials per case.Multi-Tier Plate System, is an adaptable, and reusable system, which features a versatile 96 well base plate that can secure vials ranging from 0.5mL to 2.5mL and the ability to isolate individual vials as needed.The ANSI footprint ensures compatibility with all autosamplers and robotic systems.Product DetailsColor: Clear GlassSize: 9x30mmVolume: 1mLSilanized: NoBottom: FlatCase Quantity: 100Country Of Origin: USA
Ace Glass, Inc. 5mL heavy wall vial, conical bottom, 14/10 outer joint20-400 externally threaded
5mL heavy wall vial, conical bottom, 14/10 outer joint20-400 externally threaded
Ace Glass, Inc. 5ML 14/10 VIAL 5ML 14/10 VIAL
5mL microscale, thin-wall reaction vial with 14/10 outer joint externally threaded at the opening to allow an o-ring-cap-seal ground glass connection. This thin-walled vial has better heat transfer for the more demanding research project. Supplied with one threaded cap with a hole, one PTFE-faced silicone rubber septum, and one o-ring.
Accuflow Systems Sterile Empty Vial (SEV), 5.0 mL, 20 mm amber glass with silver cap - 25/pack
ALK Sterile Empty Vials (SEV) feature Type 1 glass USP borosilicate, and a latex free stopper. ALK SEVs are produced at a cGMP FDA Manufacturer and USP tested for sterility and endotoxins. Certificate of Analysis available for all production lots and vials are aseptically assembled in an ISO 5 (class 100) cleanroom.
Chemglass Life Sciences Kit, Clear 2.0mL 12x32mm 9mm Thread Large Opening Vial and a PTFE/Silicone Septa Lined BONDED CLOSURE
Kit, Clear 2.0mL 12x32mm 9mm Thread Large Opening Vial and a PTFE/Silicone Septa Lined BONDED CLOSURE. These convenience kits come with 100 vials with the closures attached. Packaged in convenient vial trays.
Chemglass Life Sciences 30mL Vial, 28mm OD x 70mm Height, 24-400 Thread Size, with PTFE Lined Solid Caps
30mL Scintillation Vial, 28mm OD x 70mm Height, 24-400 Thread Size. Sample vials packaged in convenient LAB-PACS of 144. Made from Type 1 Borosilicate glass. Full height partitions minimize breakage. Solid PTFE Lined Caps.