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
Electron Microscopy Sciences Shell Vials, 3 Dram
These vials are optically clear with straight-sides. Made from Type1, N-51A borosilicate glass. Fixation, dehydration, and infiltration procedures can be done in the same vial. The larger size vials can be used as an embedding media mixture container or for sample storage. The vials come with polyethylene open bottom snap-caps, Titeseal, which are packed separately. Except the 4-dram size vial which comes without a closure. We recommend the use of our cork stoppers. 19x65mm (ODxHgt).
Volume: 3 Dram
Ace Glass, Inc. Vials, shell, 1mL, clear, 8x40mm, with snap cap, pk/200
Vials, shell, 1mL, clear, 8x40mm, with snap cap, pk/200
Bellco Glass, Inc. 4 mL Sterile Disposable Sampler Tubes Sterile Caps separated 200 tubes/bag 200 caps/bag 1000 tubesplus1000 caps/cs
4 mL Sterile Disposable Sampler Tubes Sterile Caps separated 200 tubes/bag 200 caps/bag 1000 tubesplus1000 caps/cs
Lab Products Inc 40 mL Vial With PTFE Lined Cap, Pre-Cleaned, Certified For VOA Testing, 72 Vials/Case
Introducing the 40 mL Vial with PTFE Cap, designed for precision in laboratory analysis. Crafted from Type I borosilicate glass, this vial ensures sample integrity for VOLA and TOC testing. Its PTFE-lined silicone septum and screw cap provide secure closure, while being pre-cleaned and certified. With convenient packaging of 72 per case, it stands out for its reliability in sensitive scientific applications, meeting EPA guidelines.
Scientific Specialties Service Inc 22mL Clear Borosilicate Screw Thread Vials with sci/spec Teflon Foam
22mL Clear Borosilicate Screw Thread Vials with sci/spec Teflon Foam. 6 drams. 23 x 85mm. Cap size: 20-400
Electron Microscopy Sciences Shell Vials, 0.5 Dram
These vials are optically clear with straight-sides. Made from Type1, N-51A borosilicate glass. Fixation, dehydration, and infiltration procedures can be done in the same vial. The larger size vials can be used as an embedding media mixture container or for sample storage. The vials come with polyethylene open bottom snap-caps, Titeseal, which are packed separately. Except the 4-dram size vial which comes without a closure. We recommend the use of our cork stoppers. 12x35mm (ODxHgt).
Volume: 0.5 Dram
Ace Glass, Inc. 3 dram poly-seal vial, cs/1152, sp/144
3 dram sample vials fabricated from borosilicate glass. Include poly-seal cone-lined closures, which are molded in a premium grade, low density polyethylene. Inverted cone liner provides excellent seal and torque retention. Pack/144.
Quality Environmental Containers Maleic/Ascorb Acid | 110-16-7 | MFCD00063177 | 40 mL
Maleic/Ascorb Acid | Mol Wt: 116.07 | 110-16-7 | MFCD00063177 | 40 mL
Electron Microscopy Sciences Wheaton 320 Borosilicate Sample Vial, Amber, 4 ml, 15 x 48 mm
Multi purpose glass sample vials specifically suited for research studies. These sample vials are economically priced and conveniently packaged in two shrink-wrapped packs of 100 vials. These vials come with lined caps and are packaged separately. The vials can be sterilized and stored at low temperatures. Wheaton 320 borosilicate glass protects light-sensitive samples.
Color: Amber
Volume: 4 ml
Size: 15 x 48 mm