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
Waters Corp WATERS CORPORATION Screw Neck Vial, Deactivated Clear Glass, 12 x 32 mm, 2 mL Volume
Deactivated vials have a silanized surface to prevent adsorption of highly polar molecules. These high-quality glass vials are essential for a range of applications, ensuring uncompromised sample analysis. Treated with a reactive organosilane, the hydrophobic glass surface prevents compound adsorption, maintaining the integrity of your samples. Featuring a convenient screw neck closure, these vials are effortless to open and close, guaranteeing ease of use in your lab equipment.
- Crafted from deactivated clear glass, exhibiting exceptional chemical resistance and durability.
- Hydrophobic glass surface effectively prevents the adsorption of compounds, eliminating interference with accurate analysis.
- Screw neck closure offers effortless access to the vials, streamlining laboratory workflows.
- LC and GC certification guarantees compatibility with these analytical methods.
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial Only, Sample, 8mL, Clear, 17x60mm, GPI 15-425
Vial Only, Sample, 8mL, Clear, 17x60mm, GPI 15-425. 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, 2.0mL, Amber with White Grad Spot, Large Opening, 12x32mm, 9mm Thread
Vial, 2.0mL, Amber with White Grad Spot, Large Opening, 12x32mm, 9mm Thread. With a 40% larger opening, these vials are 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. Available with graduated marking spots, and silanized.
Bellco Glass, Inc. 4 mL Sterile Disposable Sampler Tubes with Caps on Sterile 50/pk 1000/cs
4 mL Sterile Disposable Sampler Tubes with Caps on Sterile 50/pk 1000/cs
Chemglass Life Sciences 21 x 70 Vials, Amber, 16mL (4 Dram) Capacity, 18-400 Thread with PTFE Lined Solid PTFE Caps, Sold in a LAB-PAC of 144pcs
21x 70 Vials, Amber, 16mL (4 Dram) Capacity, 18-400 Thread with Solid PTFE Caps, Sold In A LAB-PAC of 144 pcs. Amber sample vials packaged in convenient LAB-PACS of 144 pieces. Made from Type I borosilicated glass. Full height partitions minimize breakage. Solid PTFE lined caps. Open top caps with septa are available under part number CG-4910.
Chemglass Life Sciences 28 x 70 Vials, Amber, 30mL Capacity, 24-400 Thread with PTFE Lined Solid PTFE Caps, Sold in a LAB-PAC of 144pcs
28 x 70 Vials, Amber, 30mL Capacity, 24-400 Thread with Solid PTFE Caps, Sold In A LAB-PAC of 144 pcs. Amber sample vials packaged in convenient LAB-PACS of 144 pieces. Made from Type I borosilicated glass. Full height partitions minimize breakage. Solid PTFE lined caps. Open top caps with septa are available under part number CG-4910.
Chemglass Life Sciences 16mL (4 Dram) Vial, 21mm OD x 70mm Height, 18-400 Thread Size, with PTFE Lined Solid Caps
16mL (4 Dram) Vial, 21mm OD x 70mm Height, 18-400 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.
Anton Paar Reaction Vial G10, 10 mL, 100/pk
Box containing 100 Pcs 10 mL reaction vials made of borosilicate glass, operation volume 2-6 mL.
HEPATOCHEM 4 ml (1 DRAM) quartz vial
4 ml (1DRAM) quartz vials 15x45mm with 13-425 thread (cap with septum included)
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial, 2.0mL, Amber, Standard Opening, 12x32mm, 11mm Crimp
Vial, 2.0mL, Amber, Standard Opening, 12x32mm, 11mm Crimp. The neck finish allows for the use of the patented Poly Crimp™ Seals or standard aluminum seals. This vial is designed to work auto samples incorporating a robotic arm as well as other auto samplers. Amber borosilicate. The vial incorporates the unique Step Vial design that precisely centers a limited volume insert in the vial neck. Available with or without graduated marking spots. Vials available silanized.
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial Only, Sample, 24mL, Clear, 23x85mm, GPI 20-400
Vial Only, Sample, 24mL, Clear, 23x85mm, GPI 20-400. 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 Complete, Sample, 19.2mL, Clear, High Recovery, 28x57mm, GPI 22-400, with Open-Top Cap and Septa
Vial Complete, Sample, 19.2mL, Clear, High Recovery, 28x57mm, GPI 22-400, with Open-Top Cap and Septa. 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. Complete with open-top caps.