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 Tooled Neck Vials, 5 Dram
These vials are made from Type 1, Class B borosilicate glass. Their tooled necks ensure accurate fit with "snap-in" closures. They are ideal for storage of specimens and sample blocks. Comes with a closed bottom, two-piece closure.
Volume: 5 Dram
Electron Microscopy Sciences Shell Vials, 7 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. 25x65mm (ODxHgt).
Volume: 7 Dram
Electron Microscopy Sciences Wheaton 33R Borosilicate Sample Vial, Clear, 12 ml, 19x 68 mm
Multi purpose glass sample vials specifically suited for research studies. These sample vials are economically priced and conveniently packaged in two shrink-wrapped packs of 100 vials. These vials come with lined caps and are packaged separately. The vials can be sterilized and stored at low temperatures. Wheaton-33R low extractable borosilicate glass protects against changes in pH.
Color: Clear
Volume: 12 ml
Size: 19x 68 mm
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.
Med Vet International 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection 10mL Vial
Sodium Chloride Injection is used to replace lost body fluids and salts. Can also be used as a sterile irrigation solution.
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.
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.
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.
Electron Microscopy Sciences Sample Storage Set Snap Cap Shell Vial Series, 3 dram, 12 x 114 mm
Poly-plug, Knurled snap-caps are friction fitted with glass shell vial, straight sided, and a flat bottom. Each set includes a partitioned box, vials with caps, labels, reference chart, and an exterior card holder and card. Alpha-numerical indexing system allows quick identification and location of stored items. Tray size:13"(L)x 3.5"(W)x 5"(H).
Volume: 3 dram
Size: 12 x 114 mm
Research Products International Corp High Density Polyethylene Vials, 20ml Capacity, 22mm Poly Lined Plastic Screw Caps, White, Bulk Packed, 1000 per Case
Economical and efficient alternative to glassvials. Major advantages include higher efficiency, lower background andoverall higher performance. Manufactured from an improved high densitypolyethylene blend of polyethylene that resists solvent permeation.Biodegradable solvent based cocktails can be stored indefinitely inthese vials.
Electron Microscopy Sciences EMS LYNX II Tissue Processor EM Reagent Vials
For use with the LYNX II Automated Tissue Processor.
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
Analytical Sales & Services 8 X 40, 1ml Clear Glass Shell Vials with 8mm Conical Starburst Lined Plugs, 1000/Case
50-453-515 CLEAR GLASS SHELL VIAL 1000CS