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
Chemglass Life Sciences Chemglass Autosampler Vials, Clear Glass, 6.0 mL, GPI 18-400, 100/Pack
Chemglass 6.0 mL clear glass autosampler vials are designed for automated sampling systems and laboratory analysis. They provide reliable sample containment and are supplied in convenient 100-vial packs for routine autosampler workflows.
- 6.0 mL capacity.
- Borosilicate glass construction.
- Clear for optical clarity.
- GPI 18-400 thread for standard closures.
- Pack of 100 vials per pack.
- Designed for compatibility with autosamplers and automated systems.
Trajan Scientific Biomedal Cap Crimp 20mm White PTFE/Trans Blue Silicone, 100 Pack
Cap Crimp 20mm 3.0mm White PTFE/Trans Blue Silicone Bimetal Magnetic With 8mm hole100 Pack
Chemglass Life Sciences Kit, Clear 2.0mL 12x32mm 9mm Thread Large Opening Vial and a PTFE/Silicone Septa Lined BONDED CLOSURE
Kit, Clear 2.0mL 12x32mm 9mm Thread Large Opening Vial and a PTFE/Silicone Septa Lined BONDED CLOSURE. These convenience kits come with 100 vials with the closures attached. Packaged in convenient vial trays.
C&G Containers 40ML CLEAR BOROSILICATE VIAL
40mL clear Borosilicate vial w/white 24-414 teflon septa 80/rack
Electron Microscopy Sciences Tooled Neck Vials, 5 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 a closed bottom, two-piece closure.
Volume: 5 Dram
Accuflow Systems Sterile Empty Vial (SEV), 5.0 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.
Accuflow Systems Sterile Empty Vial (SEV), 5.0 mL, 20 mm clear glass with blue 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.
Andwin Scientific TRACECLEAN 20ML QA VIALS 72/CS
The TraceClean 20 mL Vials are constructed with Type I clear borosilicate glass. This product is ideal for use in various analyses and in specimen, extract, and standards storage. The vials are produced in a solvent-free facility to eliminate the ch
WEST PHARMACEUTICAL SERVICES INC VIAL CRP 0100 FC 19.95 ABB SL
NC2338324 VIAL CRP 0100 FC 19.95 ABB SL
TELEDYNE CETAC TECHNOLOGIES 15mL Polypropylene Vials, 17mm x 100mm (1000/kit)
15mL Polypropylene Vials, 17mm x 100mm (1000/kit)