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
Alkali Scientific 0.7mL Micro Vial Transparent, 12x32mm, 100/Pk, 9 425 PP Screw Thread
The Alkali Scientific™ 0.7 mL Micro Vial is designed for precise handling and storage of small sample volumes in laboratory and analytical applications. Made from high quality transparent material, this micro vial provides excellent chemical resistance and clear visibility of sample contents. With dimensions of 12 × 32 mm, it is compatible with standard autosamplers and common laboratory workflows, making it suitable for chromatography, analytical testing, and routine sample storage. Supplied in convenient packs of 100, these micro vials support efficient high throughput laboratory operations. The light yet durable construction ensures reliable handling, consistent performance, and dependable storage for small volume samples in research, quality control, and analytical laboratories.
Med Vet International Amber Prescription Vial, 12 Dram, 25/Pack
Amber Prescription Vial 12 Dram 25/Pack
Alkali Scientific Clear/ Amber Glass Sample Vial 27.5×95mm. 24 414 White Open Top PP Screw Cap with 22mm Natural PTFE/Natural Silicone 3mm Thick Septa, 100/Pk, Amber
The Alkali Scientific™ Clear/Amber Glass Sample Vial (27.5 × 95 mm) is designed for reliable sample storage and analytical workflows in laboratory environments. Constructed from high quality clear or amber glass, the vial provides excellent chemical resistance and clear visibility of contents, while amber glass offers protection for light sensitive samples. Each vial includes a 24 414 white open top polypropylene (PP) screw cap with a 22 mm natural PTFE/natural silicone septa, 3 mm thick, ensuring a secure and leak resistant seal with strong chemical compatibility. Supplied in packs of 100, these vials are suitable for chromatography preparation, sample storage, transport, and routine laboratory applications where dependable sealing and sample integrity are essential.
Agilent Technologies Vial, 2 mL, Amber, Screw Top, Write-on Spot
These 2 mL amber screw top vials with a write-on spot are designed for GC LC techniques. Manufactured from analytical grade glass (types 33 and 51), they ensure samples are not compromised by metal content or analyte removal. These vials offer fast cap manipulation and are tested for compatibility with over 10 instrument brands, preventing sample loss and autosampler damage.
- Reduced labor with caps screwing/unscrewing up to 30% faster.
- Tested for compatibility with over 10 instrument brands.
- Consistent lot-to-lot performance and rigorous quality control.
- Prevents sample loss, contamination, and damage to autosampler needles.
- Constructed from analytical grades 33 and 51 glass.
- Suitable for LC and LC/MS applications.
- Certified for quality.
- Features amber glass and a write-on spot for labeling.
- Vial dimensions: 32 mm × 12 mm.
S2 Media 15x150mm Mueller-Hinton II Agar with 5% Sheep Blood, 5/pk
S2Media™ Mueller-Hinton II (MH-II) Agar with 5% Sheep Blood is a non-selective and non-differential medium. Originally developed by Mueller and Hinton as a transparent medium for isolating Neisseria species, MH-II uses starch in place of pea extract to protect against toxic substances. Bauer, Kirby, Sherris, and Tuck recommended the medium for antibiotic susceptibility testing. The Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI) endorses it because it supports consistent growth of most non-fastidious pathogens, minimizes inhibitors of key antibiotics, and ensures reliable batch-to-batch performance.• Product meets AOAC, ASM, BAM, CLSI, USDA, and WHO performance criteria.• Mueller-Hinton II Agar with 5% Sheep Blood should be used by trained professionals within a laboratory setting. • Product is not intended for IVD use.• Product is not intended for use in the diagnosis or treatment of disease or other human conditions.
Trajan Scientific KitPack, MRQ30 Vial, 12x32mm, Maximum Recovery, Screw, Clear, MSQ PTFE/Silicone Cap, 100 Pack
KitPack, MRQ30 Vial, 12x32mm, Maximum Recovery, Screw, Clear, MSQ PTFE/Silicone Cap, 100 Pack