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
Waters Corp CERTIFIED 15 X 75 MM CLEAR GLA
Certified 15 x 75 mm Clear Glass Screw Cap Vial with Cap and Bonded Pre-slit PTFE/Silicone Septum 100 pack for use in Patrol Acquity UPLC,PTFE/silicone Septum,Clear Glass Vial,Glass Type: Type 1 Class A,
Alkali Scientific ProCycle™ Clear Roche 480 LightCycler, qPCR Plate, Full Edge, 384 Well, 10/Pk
Broad thermal cycler compatibility. High-contrast, black alphanumeric indexing for easy well identification. Ultra-thin, uniform wells ensure optimal heat transfer for high reaction efficiency. Well ridges reduce sample evaporation when sealing with film, foil, or strip caps. Manufactured from high-clarity, ultra-pure polypropylene (meets FDA 21 CFR 177.1520 & USP Class VI). For use in pharmaceutical industry, food industry, and molecular biology. Certified free of detectable DNase, RNase, DNA, PCR inhibitors, and tested pyrogen-free. Roche LightCycler 480 is a registered trademark of F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd, Roche Applied Science
Electron Microscopy Sciences Microwave Microwave Transparent Dish
Microwave transparent dish is for use in laboratory microwave oven.
Savillex Corporation 30 mL Standard Vial, Rounded Interior
Flat surface on bottom of vial ideal for hot plate heating . Round interior allows for easy removal of contents. Service temperature range of PFA is ‑328°F to 500°F (‑200°C to 260°C).
Health Care Logistics Inc Sterile Empty Vials, Clear, 5mL, 25/pk
5mL empty sterile glass vials are dry heat sterilized and individually inspected. Sterile vials have 20mm caps. Six sizes (2mL, 5mL, 10mL, 30mL, 50mL, 100mL) provide variety to meet a range of medication preparation demands. Stoppers are latex free. EP Type 1 borosilicate glass. Empty Sterile Glass Vials are pyrogen free.
Ops Diagnostics 4 ml Polycarbonate Vials, No Caps (240/case)
4 ml Polycarbonate Vials, No Caps (240/case)