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, 20mL, Clear, 20mm Headspace, Round Bottom, 23x75mm, 20mm Crimp, for use with Perkin Elmer Autosamplers
Vial, 20mL, Clear, 20mm Headspace, Round Bottom, 23x75mm, 20mm Crimp, for use with Perkin Elmer Autosamplers. These vials are manufactured from Type 1 Class A Borosilicate glass. Please Note: Pressure Release Aluminum Seals are Designed to Open When the Internal Pressure Exceeds 3.0 +/- 0.5 Bar.
Electron Microscopy Sciences V-Vials Borosilicate Clear Vial with Cap, 3.0 ml
These vials are made from Wheaton-33 low extractable borosilicate glass and they safeguard against any change of product pH caused by alkali, which can be extracted from ordinary glass. Wheaton V-Vials are exceptionally sturdy vials with a conical interior bottom. Their special features insure maximum security and economy in handling, storing and shipping of costly micro and semi-micro samples.
V-Vials are ideal for Micro Mixing, Homogenization, Centrifugation, Concentration, Extraction, Derivatization, Radiosynthesis, Hybridization, Anaerobic Reactions, and Catalytic Hydrogenation.
All components can be autoclaved. They come packed 12 vials in a hinged lid storage box. Graduated; clear; screw cap has solid top and TFE-faced white (styrene butadiene) rubber liner.
Volume: 3.0 ml
Electron Microscopy Sciences Wheaton 320 Borosilicate Sample Vial, Amber, 4 ml, 15 x 48 mm
Multi purpose glass sample vials specifically suited for research studies. These sample vials are economically priced and conveniently packaged in two shrink-wrapped packs of 100 vials. These vials come with lined caps and are packaged separately. The vials can be sterilized and stored at low temperatures. Wheaton 320 borosilicate glass protects light-sensitive samples.
Color: Amber
Volume: 4 ml
Size: 15 x 48 mm
Electron Microscopy Sciences Wheaton 320 Borosilicate Sample Vial, Amber, 8 ml, 17 x 63 mm
Multi purpose glass sample vials specifically suited for research studies. These sample vials are economically priced and conveniently packaged in two shrink-wrapped packs of 100 vials. These vials come with lined caps and are packaged separately. The vials can be sterilized and stored at low temperatures. Wheaton 320 borosilicate glass protects light-sensitive samples.
Color: Amber
Volume: 8 ml
Size: 17 x 63 mm
Accuflow Systems Sterile Empty Vial (SEV), 10 mL, 20 mm clear glass with blue 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.
Accuflow Systems Sterile Empty Vial (SEV), 10 mL, 20 mm clear glass with red 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.
Accuflow Systems Sterile Empty Vial (SEV), 5.0 mL, 20 mm clear glass with blue 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.
Accuflow Systems Sterile Empty Vial (SEV), 5.0 mL, 20 mm amber 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.
Accuflow Systems Sterile Empty Vial (SEV), 10 mL, 20 mm clear glass with green 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.
Accuflow Systems Sterile Empty Vial (SEV), 5.0 mL, 20 mm clear glass with gold 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.
Analytical Sales & Services Custom Silanized Amber Glass 2ml Screw Vial Kit W/300µL Fused Insert And Pre-Assembled Screw Cap with/ PTFE/Silicone Liners
Custom Silanized Amber Glass 2ml Screw Vial Kit w/300µL Fused Insert and Pre-Assembled Screw Cap with/ PTFE/Silicone Liners
Electron Microscopy Sciences Wheaton 33R Borosilicate Sample Vial, Clear, 1.8 ml, 12x 35 mm
Multi purpose glass sample vials specifically suited for research studies. These sample vials are economically priced and conveniently packaged in two shrink-wrapped packs of 100 vials. These vials come with lined caps and are packaged separately. The vials can be sterilized and stored at low temperatures. Wheaton-33R low extractable borosilicate glass protects against changes in pH.
Color: Clear
Volume: 1.8 ml
Size: 12x 35 mm