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
Alkali Scientific 2" Polycarbonate 25-Cell Freezer box
Polycarbonate 2" boxes hold most popular cryo and cold storage vials and fit into standard freezer racks. Boxes have clear lids with locator grid to facilitate sample identification. Polycarbonate boxes are designed to withstand temperature extremes of -196 to 121. Boxes have drain holes for venting and safety. Keyed lid prevents misalignment of grid. Dimensions (L x W x H): 3 x 3 x 2 1/16″ (76 x 76 x 53mm), cell opening 0.96 inch.
Research Products International Corp Borosilicate Glass Shell Vials, 5ml Capacity, Natural Polyethylene Stopper, 1152 per Case
Manufactured from Type 1 borosilicate glass. Supplied with a polyethylene stopper having double sealing rings for a leak-proof seal.
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial, Sample, Pre-Cleaned, 20mL, Clear, 28x57mm, GPI 24-400, with PTFE Lined Screw Cap
Vial, Sample, Pre-Cleaned, 20mL, Clear, 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.
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial Only, Sample, 19.2mL, Clear, High Recovery, 28x57mm, GPI 22-400
Vial Only, Sample, 19.2mL, Clear, High Recovery, 28x57mm, GPI 22-400. 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, 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.
Chemglass Life Sciences Kit, Preassembled Vial, 2.0mL, Amber, 12 x32mm, High Recovery, with .040" PTFE/Silicone Septa
Kit, Preassembled Vial, 2.0mL, Amber, 12 x32mm, High Recovery, with .040" PTFE/Silicone Septa. These convenience packs come with 100 bonded closures and vials packed seperately. Closures with bonded septa are not attached.
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, Sample, Pre-Cleaned, 40mL, Clear, 28x95mm, GPI 24-400, with PTFE Lined Screw Cap
Vial, Sample, Pre-Cleaned, 40mL, Clear, 28x95mm, 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.
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial, Sample, Pre-Cleaned, 40mL, Amber, 28x95mm, GPI 24-400, with PTFE Lined Screw Cap
Vial, Sample, Pre-Cleaned, 40mL, Amber, 28x95mm, 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.
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial, 0.5mL, 500µL Polypropylene, Limited Volume, Snap Ring, 12x32mm, 11mm Crimp
Vial, 0.5mL, 500µL Polypropylene, Limited Volume, Snap Ring, 12x32mm, 11mm Crimp.
Biotage M/W VIAL SET 2-5 ML 300/CS
Vial, Microwave; Biotage; Includes cap with septa and stir-bar; 2-5mL; Jumbo; 100/case
Med Vet International Blue Prescription Vial, 30 Dram, Reversible Cap, 210/Case
The Oasis 30 Dram child resistant prescription pill bottle is designed for storing medication. This prescription bottle comes in blue and has a reversible cap. This product contains 270/case prescription vials. EASY TO USE: These bottles are easy to use and you can safely store your medicine or other small items in them. These prescription pharmacy pill bottles have push and turn caps. PERFECT TO ORGANIZE AND STORE PILLS: These medicine containers are perfect to organize and store pills. The bottles can be used for pharmacies, physicians, labs, hospitals, and vets. LIGHTWEIGHT AND DURABLE PLASTIC: These medicine bottles are made of premium quality plastic material. Lightweight yet durable, these vials make the perfect portable container. These dram bottles are made from light resistant, high-quality plastic to ensure contents stay securely inside.
Med Vet International Blue Prescription Vial, 20 Dram, 400/Case
The Oasis 20 Dram child resistant prescription pill bottle is designed for storing medication. This prescription bottle comes in Amber and has a push down and turn cap making it difficult for children to open, but easy for the elderly. The light resistant vial is child resistant with 5% free easy open snap on caps. This product contains 400/case prescription vials. Height without cap: 6.3cm (2.48") Diameter 4.1cm (1.61"). EASY TO USE: These bottles are easy to use and you can safely store your medicine or other small items in them. These prescription pharmacy pill bottles have push and turn caps. PERFECT TO ORGANIZE AND STORE PILLS: These medicine containers are perfect to organize and store pills. The bottles can be used for pharmacies, physicians, labs, hospitals, and vets.