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
Electron Microscopy Sciences Glass Sample Bottle With Plastic Snap Cap, 16 ml
For collecting and exhibiting a wide variety of specimens in the lab or field. Caps snap over a special sealing ring to form an effective barrier to moisture, making these bottles especially suitable for hydroscopic materials.
Capacity: 16 ml
Waters Corp Clear Glass Deactivated 12 x 32 mm Crimp Vial, 2 mL Volume, 100/pk
Clear glass deactivated vial
Quality Environmental Containers 40ml vial, clear borosilicate glass, 24-400 white closed top polypropylene cap withbonded PTFE faced silicone liner - assembled
Level 1 vials are assembled, with clear borosilicate glass and polypropylene cap with bonded PTFE/silicone liner.
Biotage M/W VIAL SET 0.5-2 ML 500/CS
Vial, Microwave; Biotage; Includes cap with septa and stir-bar; 0.5-2mL; Jumbo; 500/case
Accuflow Systems Sterile Empty Vial (SEV), 5.0 mL, 20 mm clear glass with green 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.
Electron Microscopy Sciences Shell Vials, 1 Dram
These vials are optically clear with straight-sides. Made from Type1, N-51A borosilicate glass. Fixation, dehydration, and infiltration procedures can be done in the same vial. The larger size vials can be used as an embedding media mixture container or for sample storage. The vials come with polyethylene open bottom snap-caps, Titeseal, which are packed separately. Except the 4-dram size vial which comes without a closure. We recommend the use of our cork stoppers. 15x45mm (ODxHgt).
Volume: 1 Dram
Waters Corp Clear Glass 12 x 32 mm Screw Neck Vial with, Cap and Preslit PTFE/Silicone Septum 100/pk
Clear Glass 12 x 32mm screw neck Vial with Cap and preslit PTFE/silicone Septum, 2 mL, Pre-Assembled for Dissolution Systems, 100/pkg;Agilent Beckman Dynatech Finnigan Fisons Gilson Hitachi LDC Perkin-Elmer Spectra-Physics Varian Waters 269
Alkali Scientific 20mL AMBER Glass Crimp Top Hea
Designed for high-precision gas chromatography (GC) headspace analysis the ASI20mm Round Bottom Amber Glass Headspace Vial offers a cost-effective high-quality solution compatible with all major headspace GC instruments Made from amber Type I borosilicate glass these vials protect light-sensitive samples while ensuring exceptional thermal and chemical resistance making them ideal for volatile gas analysis in pharmaceutical environmental and industrial applications Key Features Amber Type I Borosilicate Glass Protects light-sensitive samples from UV exposure while maintaining sample purity Round Bottom Design Enhances heat distribution for optimal headspace analysis and ensures smooth handling in automated systems Standard 20mm Crimp Top Compatible with a wide range of crimp seals and autosamplers Enhanced Durability Thick glass walls provide resistance to high temperatures and internal pressures ensuring sample integrity Specification Certified Meets US EU and JPN Pharmacopo
McKesson General Medical EXT SET 7IN TUBNG, .31ML,50/CS
Extension Set 7 Inch Tubing 0.31 mL Priming Volume DEHP-Free
Waters Corp Clear Glass 12 x 32 mm Screw Neck 7mm Vial, 2 mL Volume, 100/pk
For more information on the complete line of Waters vials, please download Waters latest brochure on vials and accessories.
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial, 2.0mL, Amber, Large Opening, 12x32mm, GPI 10-425
Vial, 2.0mL, Amber, Large Opening, 12x32mm, GPI 10-425. With a 40% larger opening, the Large Opening Vial is specifically designed to eliminate broken needles due to the increased target area. These vials incorporate the unique Step Vial design that precisely centers a limited volume insert in the neck of the vial. Vials available silanized.
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial, 20mL, Complete, Clear, 28 x 57 mm, with 24-400 White Solid Cap, TFE Septa, 100/Pkg
Reaction Vial, 20mL, Complete,Clear, 28 x 57 mm, with 24-400, White Solid Cap, TFE Septa,100/Pkg
Med Vet International Amber Prescription Vial, 8 Dram, 25/Pack
Amber Prescription Vial 8 Dram 25/Pack
Ace Glass, Inc. 8 dram poly-seal vial, cs/576, sp/144
8 dram sample vials fabricated from borosilicate glass. Include poly-seal cone-lined closures, which are molded in a premium grade, low density polyethylene. Inverted cone liner provides excellent seal and torque retention. Pack/144.