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
Analytical Sales & Services 8 x 40, 1mL Clear Glass Shell Vials with 8mm Conical Starburst Lined Plugs, 100/Pk
This item has a minimum order quantity of 6 per supplier requirements. CLEAR GLASS SHELL VIAL W 100PK
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial Only, Sample, 19.2mL, Clear, High Recovery, 28x57mm, GPI 22-400
Vial Only, Sample, 19.2mL, Clear, High Recovery, 28x57mm, GPI 22-400. High recovery vial with a conical bottom for complete sample recovery. These vials are the same size or slightly smaller on the OD to allow them to be interchanged with any racks or blocks that accept standard dram or scintillation vials. Packed in an SBS coated white tray complete with SBS partition. Boxes are marked with alpha-numeric coordinates for fast and easy vial identification. Vial only.
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial, Sample, Pre-Cleaned, 20mL, Amber, 28x57mm, GPI 24-400, with PTFE Lined Screw Cap
Vial, Sample, Pre-Cleaned, 20mL, Amber, 28x57mm, GPI 24-400, with PTFE Lined Screw Cap. Clear and amber sample vials are pre-cleaned and certified for volatile organic analysis. Vials are fully assembled with green polypropylene closure and 0.125” PTFE silicone septa. Made from Type 1 borosilicate glass. Certificate of analysis is included in each case. Packed 72 pieces per case.
Microsolv Technology Corporation Vials, Push Top, Storage, Glass, Clear, 15ml. Economical, with ND22 tops. For use with Econo-Storage Push Top Caps. 100/PK.
These Vials are made with 3rd Hydrolytic Glass and quickly open and reseal due to the "Snap" design. These 15ml Vials have a total fill volume of 19.3ml with 48x26mm outer dimensions. Not made for Crimp Caps. Caps for these Vials, sold separately. These vials are not intended for Analytical Testing and should only be used for Storage. Low cost for budget minded laboratories.
Microsolv Technology Corporation Vials, Push Top, Storage, Glass, Clear, 5ml. Economical, with ND18 tops. For use with Econo-Storage Push Top Caps. 100/PK.
These Vials are made with 3rd Hydrolytic Glass and quickly open and reseal due to the "Snap" design. These 5ml Vials have a total fill volume of 9.1ml with 40x20mm outer dimensions. Not made for Crimp Caps. Caps for these Vials, sold separately. These vials are not intended for Analytical Testing and should only be used for Storage. Low cost for budget minded laboratories.
Chemglass Life Sciences Convenience Pack, 1.0mL Amber Glass 8x40mm WISP Shell Vial, Starburst Plug
Convenience Pack, 1.0mL Amber Glass 8x40mm WISP Shell Vial, Starburst Plug.
Revvity Health Sciences Inc 20 mL Anti-Static Super Polyethylene Vial with Quick Closure, 1000/pk
20 mL Anti-Static Super Polyethylene Vial with Quick Closure, 1000/pk
Analytical Sales & Services 9mm,12 X 32, Amber Glass Twist Microvial with 300µL Glass Insert And Marking Spot
9mm Amber Glass 300µL Twist Micro Vial with MS
Med Vet International Blue Prescription Vial, 30 Dram, 270/Case
The Oasis 30 Dram child resistant prescription pill bottle is designed for storing medication. This prescription bottle comes in Amber and has a push down and turn cap making it difficult for children to open, but easy for the elderly. The light resistant vial is child resistant with 5% free easy open snap on caps. This product contains 240/case prescription vials. Height without cap: 9.1cm (3.58") Diameter 4.1cm (1.61"). EASY TO USE: These bottles are easy to use and you can safely store your medicine or other small items in them. These prescription pharmacy pill bottles have push and turn caps. PERFECT TO ORGANIZE AND STORE PILLS: These medicine containers are perfect to organize and store pills. The bottles can be used for pharmacies, physicians, labs, hospitals, and vets.
Scientific Specialties Service Inc 22mL Clear Borosilicate Screw Thread Vials with sci/spec Teflon Foam
22mL Clear Borosilicate Screw Thread Vials with sci/spec Teflon Foam. 6 drams. 23 x 85mm. Cap size: 20-400
Med Vet International Blue Prescription Vial, 40 Dram, 200/Case
The Oasis 40 Dram child resistant prescription pill bottle is designed for storing medication. This prescription bottle comes in Amber and has a push down and turn cap making it difficult for children to open, but easy for the elderly. The light resistant vial is child resistant with 5% free easy open snap on caps. This product contains 200/case prescription vials. Height without cap: 9.5cm (3.74") Diameter 4.5cm (1.77"). EASY TO USE: These bottles are easy to use and you can safely store your medicine or other small items in them. These prescription pharmacy pill bottles have push and turn caps. PERFECT TO ORGANIZE AND STORE PILLS: These medicine containers are perfect to organize and store pills. The bottles can be used for pharmacies, physicians, labs, hospitals, and vets. LIGHTWEIGHT AND DURABLE PLASTIC: These medicine bottles are made of premium quality plastic material.
Perkin Elmer US LLC 2 mL Clear Glass 9 mm Screw Top Vial, 100/pk
Our vials are manufactured from Type I Borosilicate Glass, which meets all USP, JP, and EP Pharmacopeia requirements. The glass performs excellent at high temperatures and is chemical resistant to acidic, neutral and alkali solutions. All our vials are packed in a clean environment to ensure you receive contaminant free product every time.
CEM Corporation 35 mL Pressure Vessels, Pyrex
The 35 mL pressure vessels have a working volume of 2.0-25.0 mL and are rated up to 300 psi.