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 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 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 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.
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, 4.0mL, Amber, WISP, 15x45mm, GPI 13-425
Vial, 4.0mL, Amber, WISP, 15x45mm, GPI 13-425. This vial is designed to work in Shimadzu and Waters WISP™ 48 position auto samplers. Amber borosilicate. These vials incorporate the unique Step Vial design that precisely centers a limited volume insert in the neck of the vial. Available with graduated marking spots.
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial Only, Sample, 3.7mL, Clear, High Recovery, 15x45mm, GPI 13-425
Vial Only, Sample, 3.7mL, Clear, High Recovery, 15x45mm, GPI 13-425. 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.
Bellco Glass, Inc. 3 mL Sterile Disposable Sampler Tubes with Caps on Sterile 50/pk 1000/cs
3 mL Sterile Disposable Sampler Tubes with Caps on Sterile 50/pk 1000/cs
Bellco Glass, Inc. 5 mL Sterile Disposable Sampler Tubes with Pink Capture Caps on Sterile 50/pk 1000/cs
5 mL Sterile Disposable Sampler Tubes with Pink Capture Caps on Sterile 50/pk 1000/cs
Scientific Specialties Service Inc 22mL Clear Borosilicate Screw Thread Vials with sci/spec Teflon Foam
22mL Clear Borosilicate Screw Thread Vials with sci/spec Teflon Foam. 6 drams. 23 x 85mm. Cap size: 20-400
Waters Corp Waters Snap Neck Total Recovery Vial, Deactivated Clear Glass, 12 x 32 mm, 1 mL
Waters Snap Neck Total Recovery Vial, Deactivated Clear Glass, 12 x 32 mm, 1 mL
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
Chemglass Life Sciences Pack, Blue Bonded Closure and Vial, Glass, 2.0mL, 9mm Thread, Clear, 12 x 32mm, With PTFE/Red Rubber Septa, 3 Packs of 100
Pack, Blue Bonded Closure and Vial, Glass, 2.0mL, 9mm Thread, Clear, 12 x 32mm, With PTFE/Red Rubber Septa, 3 Packs of 100.• Convenience packs with 2.0mL, 12 x 32mm clear vials• I-D vials have marking spots and graduations (0.5, 1.0 and 1.5mL)• Proper fit assured - caps and vials made to the same specification• Supplied in two-compartment storage trays• Septa fallout common with pre-assembled closures is eliminated• Choose PTFE/red rubber or PTFE/silicone septa• Septa available with or without slitsEasy to Order, Easy to Save!We've made it as easy as possible for you to enjoy significant savings while experiencing the performance of a great little product. If you've never tried vials with bonded closures or if you're already a committed user, just specify the part number from the table below and you'll receive three convenience packs for the two-pack price.
Research Products International Corp High Density Polyethylene Vials, 20ml Capacity, 22mm Foil Lined Plastic Screw Caps, White, Bulk Packed, 1000 per Case
Economical and efficient alternative to glass vials. Major advantages include higher efficiency, lower background and overall higher performance. Manufactured from an improved high density polyethylene blend of polyethylene that resists solvent permeation. Biodegradable solvent based cocktails can be stored indefinitely in these vials.