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
Petroleum Analyzer Corporation Vial, 2ml clear glass, with screw cap & PTFE/White Silicone, Pre-slit, 100 pc
Vial, 2ml clear glass, with screw cap & PTFE/White Silicone, Pre-slit, 100 pc
Gilson Company Inc 40ML AMBER VIAL W/CAP QTY12
Vials, Sample; Gilson; Amber glass; With screw top; 40mL
Gilson Company Inc 20ML AMBER VIAL W/CAP QTY 12
Vials, Sample; Gilson; Amber glass; With screw top; 20mL
Andwin Scientific TRACECLEAN 20ML QA VIALS 72/CS
The TraceClean 20 mL Vials are constructed with Type I clear borosilicate glass. This product is ideal for use in various analyses and in specimen, extract, and standards storage. The vials are produced in a solvent-free facility to eliminate the ch
GREER LABORATORIES INC Greer Laboratories SE2508100G Sterile Empty Vials, 10 mL Volume, Type I Borosilicate Glass, 25 vials/pack
Introducing GREER LABORATORIES INC SE2508100G sterile empty vials, ideal for scientific and laboratory applications. Made from high-quality Type I Borosilicate Glass, these vials provide excellent chemical resistance and assure sample integrity. Each pack contains 25 vials, all sterilized in an FDA-inspected facility, ensuring reliability for sensitive preparations. Their crimp top and butyl stopper provide a secure seal, differentiating them as a preferred choice for maintaining aseptic conditions.
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.
Chemglass Life Sciences 10mL Conical Reaction Vial, Thin-Wall, Minum-Ware
10mL Conical Reaction Vial, Thin-Wall, Minum-Ware. Vials are thin walled allowing more efficient heat transfer. Conical bottoms are designed for optimum sample retrieval. With 14/10 threaded outer joint. Supplied complete with open-top screw cap (MW-102-33), PTFE faced septa (MW-104-33) and Viton O-ring (MW-100-08).
Chemglass Life Sciences 28 x 95 Vials, Amber, 40mL Capacity, 24-400 Thread with PTFE Lined Solid PTFE Caps, Sold in a LAB-PAC of 144pcs
28 x 95 Vials, Amber, 40mL Capacity, 24-400 Thread with Solid PTFE Caps, Sold In A LAB-PAC of 144 pcs. Amber sample vials packaged in convenient LAB-PACS of 144 pieces. Made from Type I borosilicated glass. Full height partitions minimize breakage. Solid PTFE lined caps. Open top caps with septa are available under part number CG-4910.
Med Vet International Blue Prescription Vial, 16 Dram, 260/Case
The Oasis 16 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 260/case prescription vials. Height without cap: 8cm (3.15") Diameter 3.1cm (1.22"). 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.