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
CHEMSCIENCE Clear Glass Sample Vials with Polyvinyl Faced Pulp Lined Phenolic Screw Caps, 1 dr. (3.7 ML)
Clear Glass Sample Vials with Polyvinyl Faced Pulp Lined Phenolic Screw Caps, 1 dr. (3.7 ML)
Revvity Health Sciences Inc Oximate Vial, 20 mL, urea screw cap, case of 500
Oximate Vial, 20 mL, urea screw cap, case of 500
Electron Microscopy Sciences Tooled Neck Vials, 3 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: 3 Dram
Med Vet International Soda Lime 10 Lb Jug Color Changing CO2 Absorber
Soda Lime 10 Lb Jug Color Changing CO2 Absorber
Med Vet International Green Prescription Vial, 6 Dram, 600/Case
The Oasis 6 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 600/case prescription vials. Height without cap: 6.3cm (2.48") Diameter 2.2cm (0.87"). 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.
Electron Microscopy Sciences Polyethylene Vial 2.5 ml, 12 mm diameter, 40 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: 12 mm
Height: 40 mm
