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
AB Sciex LLC Universal Vials - 100 Pack
For use in combination with universal caps. Vials accommodate either run buffer or sample and can also accommodate MicroVials. Vials are precision manufactured from polymethylpentene and have been tested for chemical compatibility with commonly used CE reagents. Universal vials are manufactured for use only with PA 800 Enhanced, PA 800 Plus, CESI 8000 Plus, or P/ACE MDQ Plus instruments and should not be reused.
Cytiva PLASTIC VIALS 1.5 ML
1.5 ml polypropylene vials with wide opening that allows a pipette to reach the bottom
Beckman Coulter Sample Vials Bag for Vi-CELL BLU Analyzers, Bag of 500 vials
Bag contains 500 sample vials for use with the Vi-CELL BLU Analyzer. Minimum volume required in sample vial is 200µm. In FAST mode, a minimum volume of 170µm is required in the sample vial.
HOLLISTER STIER LABORATORIES LLC 5ML STERILE EMPTY VIAL 25/PK
Sterile capped empty vial. 5mL/20mm. Comes with a a silver metal seal, and Latex free stopper. Alternative seal colors available.
Wilmad Labglass WH CAP VIAL SPEC SHELL W/OCORK
Snap cap, white. Special order item, offered per each but must purchase by the minimum quantity of 200 per bag. Supplier does not accept returns.
Scientific Specialties Service Inc 40ML CLEAR TOC VIALS 72PK
0 mL, Clear, Low Level TOC Vials - Polypropylene Open Top Caps and Septrseal PTFE/Silicone Septa; Precleaned for Low Level TOC Analysis
Chemglass Life Sciences 4mL (1 Dram) Vial, 15mm OD x 45mm Height, 13-425 Thread Size
4mL (1 Dram) Vial, 15mm OD x 45mm Height, 13-425 Thread Size. Sample vials packaged in convenient LAB-PACS of 144. Made from Type 1 Borosilicate glass. Full height partitions minimize breakage. Solid PTFE Lined Caps.
C&G Containers 40ML CLR GLS VL WHT/PLYCP 80PK
40ml FLINT GLASS VIAL 24-414 WITH WHITE PTFE THIN SEPTA D1 <10PPB TOC IN PINK ANTI-STATIC SLOTTED TRAY WITH DUST COVERS 80 VIALS/PACK
METTLER TOLEDO 3P INDUSTRIAL SAMPLE VIALS 20ML 148PC
Sample vials 20 mL made of borosilicate glass. • Item Packaging: 148 per case• Material: Borosilicate Glass• Capacity: 20ml• Dimensions: -• Vial Type: Sample• Bottom Type: Flat• Color: Clear• Cap Type: No cap• Cap Size: NA• Unit: Case• Qty: 148
Accuflow Systems Sterile Empty Vial (SEV), 10 mL, 20mm clear glass with silver cap - 25/pack
ALK Sterile Empty Vials (SEV) feature Type 1 glass USP borosilicate, and a latex free stopper. ALK SEVs are produced at a cGMP FDA Manufacturer and USP tested for sterility and endotoxins. Certificate of Analysis available for all production lots and vials are aseptically assembled in an ISO 5 (class 100) cleanroom.
Revvity Health Sciences Inc 20 mL Super Polyethylene Vial with Quick Closure, 1000/pk
20 mL Super Polyethylene Vial with Quick Closure, 1000/pk
Chemglass Life Sciences 8mL (2 Dram) Vial, 17mm OD x 60mm Height, 15-425 Thread Size
8mL (2 Dram) Vial, 17mm OD x 60mm Height, 15-425 Thread Size. Sample vials packaged in convenient LAB-PACS of 144. Made from Type 1 Borosilicate glass. Full height partitions minimize breakage. Solid PTFE Lined Caps.