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
WELCH MATERIALS INC DoprahTM 60mL Amber Glass Sample Vial 27.5x140mm 24-400 Screw Thread. 100pcs/pk, 10pk/cs.
60mL Amber Glass Sample Vial 27.5x140mm 24-400 Screw Thread. 100pcs/pk, 10pk/cs.
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial Only, Sample, 24mL, Clear, 23x85mm, GPI 20-400
Vial Only, Sample, 24mL, Clear, 23x85mm, GPI 20-400. Clear sample vials packaged in convenient LAB-PACS. Made from Type 1 borosilicate glass. Vials are conveniently packed in shrink-wrapped packs of 100. Caps sold separately.
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial, 1.5mL, Clear, Silanized, High Recovery, Large Opening, 12x32mm, 9mm Thread
Vial, 1. 5mL, Clear, Silanized, High Recovery, 12x32mm, 9mm Thread
Accuflow Systems Sterile Empty Vial (SEV), 2.0 mL, 13 mm 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. 25/PACK
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial Only, Sample, 40mL, Clear, 28x95mm, GPI 24-400
Vial Only, Sample, 40mL, Clear, 28x95mm, GPI 24-400. Clear sample vials packaged in convenient LAB-PACS. Made from Type 1 borosilicate glass. Vials are conveniently packed in shrink-wrapped packs of 100. Caps sold separately.
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial, 2.0mL, Amber, Standard Opening, 12x32mm, 11mm Crimp
Vial, 2.0mL, Amber, Standard Opening, 12x32mm, 11mm Crimp. The neck finish allows for the use of the patented Poly Crimp™ Seals or standard aluminum seals. This vial is designed to work auto samples incorporating a robotic arm as well as other auto samplers. Amber borosilicate. The vial incorporates the unique Step Vial design that precisely centers a limited volume insert in the vial neck. Available with or without graduated marking spots. Vials available silanized.
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial Only, Sample, 8mL, Clear, 17x60mm, GPI 15-425
Vial Only, Sample, 8mL, Clear, 17x60mm, GPI 15-425. Clear sample vials packaged in convenient LAB-PACS. Made from Type 1 borosilicate glass. Vials are conveniently packed in shrink-wrapped packs of 100. Caps sold separately.
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial, 2.0mL, Amber with White Grad Spot, Standard Opening, 12x32mm, GPI 8-425
Vial, 2.0mL, Amber with White Grad Spot, Standard Opening, 12x32mm, GPI 8-425. Standard opening screw thread vials contain a narrow opening allowing the use of GPI 8-425 closures and septa. This vial is designed to work in a variety of auto samplers requiring narrow neck vials. Available with graduated marking spots and silanized.
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial, 2.0mL, Amber with White Grad Spot, Large Opening, 12x32mm, 9mm Thread
Vial, 2.0mL, Amber with White Grad Spot, Large Opening, 12x32mm, 9mm Thread. With a 40% larger opening, these vials are specifically designed to work in robotic arm auto samplers. They also incorporate the unique Step Vial design that precisely centers a limited volume insert in the neck of the vial. Available with graduated marking spots, and silanized.
Accuflow Systems Sterile Empty Vial (SEV), 30 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.
VEOLIA WTS 30-ML POLYSULF- 10 VL/PK
One pack containing 10 precleaned 30 ml polysulfone vials. Caps and septa must be ordered separately as HMI 90224-01.
Chemglass Life Sciences Glass Shell Only: 4mm Bore, 15.2/30 Plug Size, 10 & 12mm OD Sidearms
Glass Shell Only: 4mm Bore, 15.2/30 Plug Size, 10 & 12mm OD Sidearms. Similar to CG-424 but with one arm of the stopcock being of a larger diameter. Larger arm facilitates construction of stronger apparatus such as separatory funnels and burets. Available complete with 1:5 taper PTFE plug or glass shell only. FOR REPLACEMENT PLUGS, SEE CG-424 LISTING