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 Storage Vial, Amber, 40mL, 28 x 95mm, 24-414 White Solid Cap, Cell Pack
Storage Vial, Amber, 40mL, 28 x 95mm, 24-414 White Solid Cap, Cell Pack. For storage applications, these vials are packaged in a SBS coated white tray complete with SBS partition. Boxes are marked with alpha-numeric coordinates for fast and easy vial identification. Caps are supplied installed on the vials and all sizes have the TFE lined silicone SURE-LINK septa.
Environmental Sampling Supply Inc 60ML AMBER CLOSED TOP VL 72/CS
60ML AMBER BOROSILICATE GLASS VIAL/24MMPOLY CLOSEDTOP CLOSURE/TEFLON LINER, EPA CERTIFIED
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.
Electron Microscopy Sciences EMS MPC9000 Microwave Processing Chamber
MPC 9000 processing chamber, developed only for use the EMS 9000 laboratory microwave, provides consistent processing, vacuum infiltration, and quick specimen turnaround. The sturdy and chemical resistant guide allows exact placement of the chamber. This minimizes inconsistent results caused by different microwave distribution patterns within the microwaves chamber.
The chamber uses standard EMS Lynx I & II specimen vials that lock into the tip-proof stations. Processing baskets can be mixed to match the workload. Feed-through for process temperature probe placement while under vacuum. Low maintenance chamber disassembles for easy cleaning.
Sigma Aldrich Fine Chemicals Biosciences WHEATONR amber sample vial
Amber Sample Vials in Lab File (With Caps Attached). Attached caps help maintain cleanliness. Supplied in partitioned trays to provide an easy way to store empty vials or to inventory samples.Amber vials are manufactured from Wheaton 320 glass that conforms to USP Type I requirements to protect light-sensitive samples. Screw caps are attached to vials. It is suggested to use rubber lined caps for aqueous samples, and PTFE faced rubber lined caps for organic samples. Vials and caps are autoclavable. 2 mL vials fit the M-T Vial File, 228778. 4 mL vials fit the M-T Vial File, 228780.
Cole-Parmer 15 mL PFA Vials in organizer trays, 10/tray
PFA Vials in Organizer Trays are inert and nonleaching, with a temperature range of –320 to 500°F (–195 to 260°C)—ideal for sensitive samples. Trays are black HDPE with numbered pockets and slots for identification cards (not included). Conical vial facilitates removal of contents with a syringe. The 7-mL vials have a 6-7⁄8"L x 2-3⁄4"W (17.5 x 7.0 cm) tray; the 15-, 22-, and 30-mL vials have a 10-1⁄2"L x 3-1⁄4"W (26.7 x 8.3 cm) tray. Each tray contains ten vials.
Analytical Sales & Services 20ml Amber Scintillation Vial, 27x57mm; Vial Only 4-40
Advanatage 20mL Amber Scintillation Vial, 27x57mm; Vial Only (24-400)
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial Only, Sample, 33mL, Clear, High Recovery, 28x95mm, GPI 24-400
Vial Only, Sample, 33mL, Clear, High Recovery, 28x95mm, GPI 24-400. 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 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, 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.
Analytical Sales & Services 0.5mL Silanized Clear Glass Conical Vials in Vial Loader
This item has a minimum order quantity of 2 per supplier requirements. SILANIZED 0.5ML CONICAL CLEAR
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial Only, Sample, 11.4mL, Clear, High Recovery, 19x70mm, GPI 15-425
Vial Only, Sample, 11.4mL, Clear, High Recovery, 19x70mm, GPI 15-425. 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.