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
Electron Microscopy Sciences Wheaton 33R Borosilicate Sample Vial, Clear, 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-33R low extractable borosilicate glass protects against changes in pH.
Color: Clear
Volume: 8 ml
Size: 17 x 63 mm
Electron Microscopy Sciences Wheaton 33R Borosilicate Sample Vial, Clear, 12 ml, 19x 68 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: 12 ml
Size: 19x 68 mm
Electron Microscopy Sciences Transport Tube Sample White caps, 5 ml, Sterile
Transport Vials - Ideal for sample collection and storage. Made from virgin polypropylene, they are available in three sizes, and come either sterile or non-sterile. Graduations provide convenient and accurate references. Supplied with blue cap that has a molded-in sealing ring for a leak-proof fit.
Volume: 5 ml
Sterile: Sterile
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial, Plastic, Limited Volume, 0.1mL, TPX, Snap Ring, 12 x 32mm, 11mm Crimp
Vial, Plastic, Limited Volume, 0.1mL, TPX, Snap Ring, 12 x 32mm, 11mm Crimp. The neck finish of the Snap Ring vial allows the use of Chem Snap Caps or standard aluminum seals. The Snap Ring finish eliminates the need for crimping or decapping. Designed to work with robotic arm or other auto samplers. This vial also incorporates the unique Step Vial design that precisely centers a limited volume insert in the vial neck.
Electron Microscopy Sciences V-Vials Borosilicate Clear Vial with Cap 0.3 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: 0.3 ml
Chemglass Life Sciences Kit, Amber 2.0mL 12x32mm 9mm Thread Large Opening Vial and 0.040" Red PTFE/Silicone Septa Lined Closure
Kit, Amber 2.0mL 12x32mm 9mm Thread Large Opening Vial and 0.040" Red PTFE/Silicone Septa Lined Closure. These convenience kits come with 100 vials with the closures attached. Packaged in convenient vial trays.
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial, 3.0mL, Glass, High Recovery, WISP, GPI 13-425, 15x45mm
Vial, 3.0mL, Glass, High Recovery, WISP, GPI 13-425, 15x45mm.
Electron Microscopy Sciences Tooled Neck Vials, 1 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 an open-bottom closure.
Volume: 1 Dram
Ace Glass, Inc. 3mL heavy wall vial, conical bottom, 14/10 outer joint20-400 externally threaded
3mL heavy wall vial, conical bottom, 14/10 outer joint20-400 externally threaded
Ace Glass, Inc. Vials, shell, 1mL, amber, 8x40mm, with snap cap, pk/200
Vials, shell, 1mL, amber, 8x40mm, with snap cap, pk/200
Chemglass Life Sciences Complete Package, 0.2-0.5mL Microwave Vials, 8mm OD X 83mm Long (0.2 - 0.5mL Glass Vials require the PEEK adapter collar to attach crimp seals and septa. This is not included or sold by Chemglass.)
Complete Package, 0.2-0.5mL Microwave Vials, 8mm OD X 83mm Long. 0.2 - 0.5mL Glass Vials require the PEEK adapter collar to attach crimp seals and septa. These are not included. Perform microwave-heated reactions in glass vials secured by 20mm aluminum seals with 0.125-inch thick, blue PTFE / white silicone septa. Glass vials are made from heavy-wall, Type I, Class A borosilicate for its high resistance to both chemicals and thermal shock. Microwave reaction vials are designed to withstand pressures up to 300 PSI (20 bars). PTFE-coated stir bars are used to provide continuous stirring and even heating during reactions.
Chemglass Life Sciences 15mm x 45mm Clear Vial, 4ml, 13-425 Threaded Top
15mm x 45mm Clear Vial, 4ml, 13-425 Threaded Top. Chemglass has made it easier for you by providing convenient pre-packed vials. Every pack of 15mm Dia. x 45mm long threaded vials comes complete with the corresponding stir bar already inside each vial. Threaded closures are also supplied in separate bag. Vials are packaged in convenient LAB-PACS of 144 pieces.