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
Sigma Aldrich Fine Chemicals Biosciences WHEATONR amber sample vial
Amber Sample Vials in Lab file (With Caps Attached). Attached caps help maintain cleanliness. Supplied in partitioned trays to provide an easy way to store empty vials or to inventory samples.Amber vials are manufactured from Wheaton 320 glass that conforms to USP Type I requirements to protect light-sensitive samples. Screw caps are attached to vials. It is suggested to use rubber lined caps for aqueous samples and PTfE faced rubber lined caps for organic samples. Vials and caps are autoclavable. 2 mL vials fit the M-T Vial file 228778. 4 mL vials fit the M-T Vial file 228780.
Research Products International Corp Borosilicate Glass Shell Vials, 5ml Capacity, Natural Polyethylene Stopper, 1152 per Case
Manufactured from Type 1 borosilicate glass. Supplied with a polyethylene stopper having double sealing rings for a leak-proof seal.
Research Products International Corp High Density Polyethylene Vials, 20ml Capacity, 22mm Foil Lined Plastic Screw Caps, White, 500 per Case
Economical and efficient alternative to glass vials. Major advantages include higher efficiency, lower background and overall higher performance. Manufactured from an improved high density polyethylene blend of polyethylene that resists solvent permeation. Biodegradable solvent based cocktails can be stored indefinitely in these vials.
WEST PHARMACEUTICAL SERVICES INC VIAL CRP 0100 FC 19.95 ABB SL
NC2338324 VIAL CRP 0100 FC 19.95 ABB SL
Waters Corp Waters Vial, Deactivated Clear Glass, 12 x 32 mm, 2 mL
This is a clear glass autosampler vial with a silanized surface designed to prevent the adsorption of highly polar molecules. It features a screw neck and has a 2 mL volume capacity, making it suitable for sample preparation applications.
- Deactivated surface to prevent adsorption of highly polar molecules.
- Made from clear glass.
- Features a screw neck.
- Has dimensions of 12 x 32 mm.
- Offers a 2 mL volume capacity.
- Designed as an autosampler vial.
- Comes in a package of 100 units.
Waters Corp Waters Crimp Vial, Clear Glass, 12 x 32 mm, 2 mL
This clear glass crimp vial is designed for use with a vial crimper and can be sealed off for transportation of samples. It is suitable for sample preparation and collection, especially when sealing samples before shipping or transferring to another system. Using this vial with an accompanying aluminum crimp cap helps secure the sample for travel and protect it from contaminants. This crimp vial provides a long and durable sealing solution for your sample.
- Designed for use with a vial crimper for sealing.
- Can be sealed off for transportation of samples.
- Comes in a pack of 100.
- Strictly QC tested for cleanliness properties and dimensional tolerances.
- Provides a long and durable sealing solution for samples.
- Protects samples from contaminants.
Andwin Scientific 50 ml PP storage vial with screw cap, sterilized, 20 bags of 25 (500)
50 ml PP storage vial with screw cap, sterilized, 20 bags of 25 (500)
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial, 1.5mL, Clear, Silanized, High Recovery, Large Opening, 12x32mm, 9mm Thread
Vial, 1. 5mL, Clear, Silanized, High Recovery, 12x32mm, 9mm Thread
Chemglass Life Sciences Kit, Amber 2.0mL 12x32mm 9mm Thread Large Opening Vial and 0.040" Red PTFE/Silicone Septa Lined Closure
Kit, Amber 2.0mL 12x32mm 9mm Thread Large Opening Vial and 0.040" Red PTFE/Silicone Septa Lined Closure. These convenience kits come with 100 vials with the closures attached. Packaged in convenient vial trays.
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial, 2.0mL, Clear, Silanized, Standard Opening, 12x32mm, GPI 8-425
Vial, 2.0mL, Clear, Silanized, Standard Opening, 12x32mm, GPI 8-425. Standard opening screw thread vials contain a narrow opening allowing the use of GPI 8-425 closures and septa. This vial is designed to work in a variety of auto samplers requiring narrow neck vials. Available silanized.
Ops Diagnostics 24 WELL VIAL SET, 10 SETS/CS
24 Well Polycarbonate Vial Set with Unlined Caps (Case of 10 vial sets, 240 vials)