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 V-Vials Borosilicate Clear Vial with Cap, 3.0 ml
These vials are made from Wheaton-33 low extractable borosilicate glass and they safeguard against any change of product pH caused by alkali, which can be extracted from ordinary glass. Wheaton V-Vials are exceptionally sturdy vials with a conical interior bottom. Their special features insure maximum security and economy in handling, storing and shipping of costly micro and semi-micro samples.
V-Vials are ideal for Micro Mixing, Homogenization, Centrifugation, Concentration, Extraction, Derivatization, Radiosynthesis, Hybridization, Anaerobic Reactions, and Catalytic Hydrogenation.
All components can be autoclaved. They come packed 12 vials in a hinged lid storage box. Graduated; clear; screw cap has solid top and TFE-faced white (styrene butadiene) rubber liner.
Volume: 3.0 ml
Electron Microscopy Sciences Polyethylene Vial 50 ml, 30 mm diameter, 74 mm height
Sample vials with a captive snap closure; flat bottom cylindrical vials with a friction-fit, flip-top closure which can not be lost. These vials are unbreakable and can withstand temperatures up to 90 degree C. The wall thickness is approx. 1 mm and these vials are ideal for use as a specimen container for the storage of small samples, or as embedding capsules.
Diameter: 30 mm
Height: 74 mm
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial, 0.1mL, Polypropylene, Limited Volume, Large Opening, 12x32mm, 9mm Thread
Vial, 0.1mL, Polypropylene, Limited Volume, 12x32mm, 9mm Thread
Chemglass Life Sciences Convenience Pack, 2.0mL Clear Glass 12x32mm Shell Vial, Snap Plug
Convenience Pack, 2.0mL Clear Glass 12x32mm Shell Vial, Snap Plug. Shell vials are the most economical alternative for use in an auto sampler. They are available in clear and amber borosilicate or polypropylene for easy disposal. Feature thicker walls for safer sample handling.
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial Complete, Sample, 33mL, Clear, High Recovery, 28x95mm, GPI 24-400, with Open-Top Cap and Septa
Vial Complete, Sample, 33mL, Clear, High Recovery, 28x95mm, GPI 24-400, 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.
Bellco Glass, Inc. Clear Vial w/Cap,2.0mL
Manufactured from type 1 class a Borosilicate glass. Amber vials are manufactures from type 1 amber glass. these vials fit most auto-sampler. Designed for use with varian and other auto-samplers. MADE IN THE USA. Size: 12x32mm Amber & clear vials available
SHIMADZU SCIENTIFIC INS (3P ONLY) VIAL KIT 4ML MT-IT CLEAR GLAS
NC3725130 VIAL KIT 4ML MT-IT CLEAR GLAS
Metrohm USA PPVIALS 0.7 ML IC SMPL 1000CS
PP Vials 0.7 mL to IC Sample Center, 1000 pieces per case; METROHM USA mfg#6.2743.100
BURKLE INC Sample insert, 0.07 oz. (2 ml), Novartos Uno
Novartos Uno sample inserts are precisely fitting, easily exchangeable sample inserts for the Novartos Uno pharmaceutical sampler. Different volumes can be selected and combined.
The blank insert (0.0 ml) can be used to prevent sampling at a specific point.
Bioanalytical Systems Inc CULX HEP SMPL VIAL CAPS 288/PK
Vial, Sample; Bioanalytical Systems; Heparinized; With cap *Does not ship to Puerto Rico
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial Only, Sample, 3.7mL, Clear, High Recovery, 15x45mm, GPI 13-425
Vial Only, Sample, 3.7mL, Clear, High Recovery, 15x45mm, GPI 13-425. 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.
Bellco Glass, Inc. 10 mL Sterile Disposable Sampler Shorter Tubes with Caps on Sterile 50/pk 1000/cs
10 mL Sterile Disposable Sampler Shorter Tubes with Caps on Sterile 50/pk 1000/cs
Bellco Glass, Inc. 2.0 mL SelfStanding Vials Natural Color Caps External Thread Hinged Cap with Sealing Ring Sterile 50/pk 500/box 2000/cs
2.0 mL SelfStanding Vials Natural Color Caps External Thread Hinged Cap with Sealing Ring Sterile 50/pk 500/box 2000/cs
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.