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
Ace Glass, Inc. 2 dram poly-seal vial, cs/1728, sp/144
2 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.
Ace Glass, Inc. 5ML 14/10 VIAL 5ML 14/10 VIAL
5mL microscale, thin-wall reaction vial with 14/10 outer joint externally threaded at the opening to allow an o-ring-cap-seal ground glass connection. This thin-walled vial has better heat transfer for the more demanding research project. Supplied with one threaded cap with a hole, one PTFE-faced silicone rubber septum, and one o-ring.
Scientific Specialties Service Inc VIAL W/TFE LINED CAP 144/CS
This item has a minimum order quantity of 2 per supplier requirements. VIAL W/TFE LINED CAP 144/CS
Chemglass Life Sciences Chemglass High Recovery Vial, 3.7 mL, Clear Borosilicate, GPI 13-425, 15 x 45 mm, With Open-Top Cap and PTFE-Silicone Septa
Chemglass high recovery vials (3.7 mL) are clear, Type 1 borosilicate autosampler vials engineered with a conical bottom to minimize sample loss. They are compatible with GPI 13-425 threaded closures and are supplied with an open-top cap and PTFE-silicone septa, making them suitable for analytical workflows such as HPLC and GC.
- Maximizes sample recovery with conical bottom design.
- Type 1 borosilicate glass provides chemical resistance and thermal stability.
- 3.7 mL nominal capacity with a compact 15 x 45 mm footprint.
- Compatible with GPI 13-425 threaded caps for standard autosampler fittings.
- Supplied with open-top cap and PTFE-silicone septa for reliable sealing.
- Clear glass allows easy visual inspection of samples.
Waters Corp Amber Glass 12 x 32 mm Crimp Vial, 2 mL Volume, 100/pk
For more information on the complete line of Waters vials, please download Waters latest brochure on vials and accessories.
Thomas Scientific 60mL VOA Vial Clear Assembled with White Polypropylene 24-
60mL VOA Vial Clear Assembled with White Polypropylene 24-
Waters Corp Deactivated Clear Glass 12 x 32 mm Snap Neck Vial, 2 mL Volume, 100/pk
Deactivated Clear Glass