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
Environmental Sampling Supply Inc 60ML AMBER CLOSED TOP VL 72/CS
60ML AMBER BOROSILICATE GLASS VIAL/24MMPOLY CLOSEDTOP CLOSURE/TEFLON LINER, EPA CERTIFIED
Perkin Elmer US LLC 300 µL Clear Glass 9 mm Screw Top Vial with Fused Insert, 100/pk
300 µL Clear Glass 9 mm Screw Top Vial with Fused Insert, 100/pk
Electron Microscopy Sciences Transport Tubes, 500/PK
These transparent polypropylene tubes are designed for the safe transport and storage of biological samples and materials. They are shatter-proof and can be exposed to freezing temperatures. The transport tubes are self-standing with a conical bottom. With a leak-resistant screw caps that can be sealed or removed with a single turn. Color: Amber. Cap: Separate .
Med Vet International Soda Lime 38 Lb Tub Color Changing CO2 Absorber
Soda Lime 38 Lb Tub Color Changing CO2 Absorber
Ace Glass, Inc. 40mL (10 dram) amber aqueous sample vials with 24-400autoclavable, solid top, black phenolic caps with 14B white rubber liners, 28x98mm, cs/72, Wheaton 224840
40mL (10 dram) amber aqueous sample vials with 24-400autoclavable, solid top, black phenolic caps with 14B white rubber liners, 28x98mm, cs/72, Wheaton 224840
Neta Scientific Agilent Vial,screw,2ml,clr,WrtOn,cert,100PK
Agilent Vial, screw top, clear, write-on spot, certified, 2 mL, 100/pk. Vial size: 12 x 32 mm (12 mm cap) - 2 ml Screw Top Vials & Caps
UNSPSC Code 41121806
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Neta Scientific Agilent Vial,HiRec,screw,1.5ml,clr,100PK
Agilent Vial, high recovery, screw top, clear, 1.5 mL with 30 uL reservoir, 100/pk. Vial size: 12 x 32 mm (12 mm cap) - High Recovery Vials & Inserts
UNSPSC Code 41121806
- 58
Neta Scientific 2 ML Volume, Screw Top Closure, Glass, Amber, 12 Mm Cap Size, 12 Mm Width, 32 Mm Height,
Agilent Vial, screw top, amber, write-on spot, certified, 2 mL, 100/pk. Vial size: 12 x 32 mm (12 mm cap) - 2 ml Screw Top Vials. (Caps not included)