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
Biotech Solutions Inc 0.5ML FLT BTM VIAL 100/PK
Vials for 96-Well Multi-Tier Micro Plate System, 0.5mL, Glass, Flat Bottom
Gilson Company Inc 40ML CLEAR VIAL W/CAP QTY 12
Vials, Sample; Gilson; Clear glass; With screw top; 40mL
Gilson Company Inc 40ML AMBER VIAL W/CAP QTY12
Vials, Sample; Gilson; Amber glass; With screw top; 40mL
Chemglass Life Sciences Convenience Pack, 1.0mL Amber Glass 8x40mm WISP Shell Vial, Starburst Plug
Convenience Pack, 1.0mL Amber Glass 8x40mm WISP Shell Vial, Starburst Plug.
Microsolv Technology Corporation Vials, Push Top, Storage, Glass, Clear, 15ml. Economical, with ND22 tops. For use with Econo-Storage Push Top Caps. 100/PK.
These Vials are made with 3rd Hydrolytic Glass and quickly open and reseal due to the "Snap" design. These 15ml Vials have a total fill volume of 19.3ml with 48x26mm outer dimensions. Not made for Crimp Caps. Caps for these Vials, sold separately. These vials are not intended for Analytical Testing and should only be used for Storage. Low cost for budget minded laboratories.
Microsolv Technology Corporation Vials, Push Top, Storage, Glass, Clear, 5ml. Economical, with ND18 tops. For use with Econo-Storage Push Top Caps. 100/PK.
These Vials are made with 3rd Hydrolytic Glass and quickly open and reseal due to the "Snap" design. These 5ml Vials have a total fill volume of 9.1ml with 40x20mm outer dimensions. Not made for Crimp Caps. Caps for these Vials, sold separately. These vials are not intended for Analytical Testing and should only be used for Storage. Low cost for budget minded laboratories.
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.
Chemglass Life Sciences Chemglass 4 mL (1 Dram) Sample Vial, 15 mm OD x 45 mm, 13-425 Thread, PTFE-Lined Black Cap, Lab-Pac (144)
Chemglass 4 mL (1 dram) clear sample vial made from Type 1 borosilicate glass, supplied with PTFE-lined solid PTFE black caps in lab-pack quantities. Designed for sample storage and autosampler use, it offers chemical resistance and dimensional consistency.
- Type 1 borosilicate glass construction for chemical resistance.
- 4 mL (1 dram) capacity suitable for small-volume samples.
- 15 mm external diameter and 45 mm height for autosampler compatibility.
- 13-425 thread size fits standard screw caps.
- Includes PTFE-lined solid PTFE black caps for leak resistance and chemical inertness.
- Packaged in a lab-pac of 144 vials for bulk use.
Chemglass Life Sciences Pack, Bonded Closure and Vial, Glass, 1.5mL, 9mm Thread, High Recovery, Clear, 12 x 32mm, PTFE/Silicone Septa
Pack, Bonded Closure and Vial, Glass, 1.5mL, 9mm Thread, High Recovery, Clear, 12 x 32mm, PTFE/Silicone Septa. These convenience packs come with 100 bonded closures and vials packed seperately. Closures with bonded septa are not attached.
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial Loader, with (96) 8x30mm Vials
Our reaction block vial holder has the same footprint as standard 96-well plates and is compatible with 96-well automated work stations. The holder is made of polypropylene, holds 8x30mm OD borosilicate vials, and is reusable. Standard 8x12 alpha-numeric format: A-H, 1-12. Accepts standard SBS (7mm round diameter plug) cap mat; made with 100% premium silicone with PTFE spray coating, available in packs of 5, non- or pre-slit. An ideal solution for: High throughput screening, solubility screening, polymorph screening, powder dispensing, reaction screening, or biological Testing.Compatible with: Unchained Labs (Freeslate), CM2 and CM3 Chemspeed, Waters Acquity UPLC, Shimadzu Prominence, Agilent BenchCel.
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.