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 Storage Vial, 20mL, Complete, Clear, 28 x 57mm, 24-400 White Solid Cap, with Bonded Silicone/PTFE Liner
Storage Vial, 20mL, Complete, Clear, 28 x 57mm, 24-400 White Solid Cap, TFE Septa. For storage applications, these vials are packaged in a SBS coated white tray complete with SBS partition. Boxes are marked with alpha-numeric coordinates for fast and easy vial identification. Caps are supplied installed on the vials and all sizes have the TFE lined silicone SURE-LINK septa.
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 Complete Package, 0.2-0.5mL Microwave Vials, 8mm OD X 83mm Long (0.2 - 0.5mL Glass Vials require the PEEK adapter collar to attach crimp seals and septa. This is not included or sold by Chemglass.)
Complete Package, 0.2-0.5mL Microwave Vials, 8mm OD X 83mm Long. 0.2 - 0.5mL Glass Vials require the PEEK adapter collar to attach crimp seals and septa. These are not included. Perform microwave-heated reactions in glass vials secured by 20mm aluminum seals with 0.125-inch thick, blue PTFE / white silicone septa. Glass vials are made from heavy-wall, Type I, Class A borosilicate for its high resistance to both chemicals and thermal shock. Microwave reaction vials are designed to withstand pressures up to 300 PSI (20 bars). PTFE-coated stir bars are used to provide continuous stirring and even heating during reactions.
Chemglass Life Sciences 12mm x 32mm Clear Vial, 2ml, Graduated, 10-425 Threaded Top
12mm x 32mm Clear Vial, 2ml, Graduated, 10-425 Threaded Top. Chemglass has made it easier for you by providing convenient pre-packed vials. Every pack of 12mm Dia. x 32mm long threaded vials comes complete with the corresponding stir bar already inside each vial. Threaded closures are also supplied in separate bag. The components are packaged in clear trays with clear snap on lids. The trays fit easily into bench drawers for easy access and the packaging keeps products visible & particle free.
Thomson Instrument Company nano | Filter Vial PES 0.2µm, Pre-Slit Septum, Grey Cap
Thomson nano|Filter Vials offer a low dead volume, allowing filtration with as little as 10 µl of sample with enough remaining filtrate to make a 2 µl injection.Minimal sample loss makes the nano|Filter Vials ideal for critical samples replacing syringe filters, spin columns, autosampler vial, low volume insert, and cap.Simply add the sample and sample buffer, press, and it is ready for the UPLC or HPLC.
•In vial filtration with minimal sample loss, 10 µl sample for a 2 µl injection
•Minimize sample loss by eliminating multiple transfers
•Compatible with standard UHPLC or HPLC autosamplers (12×32 mm)
•Available in 0.2 µm and 0.45 µm pore sizes
•Split and non-split septums available
• Made in the USA
Microsolv Technology Corporation Vials Screw Clear Write On
Vials, Screw Top, Glass. Clear, 2ml, with Write-On Patch and fill lines, 9-425mm threads, 12x32mm outer dimensions. For use as an autosampler vial or storage bottle. MicroSolv Brand. 100/PK.
Chemglass Life Sciences Storage Vial, 4mL, Complete, Clear, 15 x 45mm, 13-425 Green Open Top Cap, TFE Septa
Storage/Reaction Vial, 4mL, Complete, Clear, 15 x 45mm, 13-425 Green Open Top Cap, TFE Septa. For reaction or storage applications, these vials are packaged in a SBS coated white tray complete with SBS partition. Boxes are marked with alpha-numeric coordinates for fast and easy vial identification. Caps are supplied installed on the vials and all sizes have the TFE lined silicone SURE-LINK septa. The 4mL is a 1 dram.
Research Products International Corp High Density Polyethylene Vials, 20ml Capacity, 22mm Poly 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.
Bioanalytical Systems Inc EC VIAL PTFE VOLT CELL
Vial, Voltammetry Cell; PTFE; Water jacketed; Low volume; 51 x 51mm; 2-15mL; For C-3 Cell Stand, CGME, and RDE-2 *Does not ship to Puerto Rico
Microsolv Technology Corporation Epp Clear Write On Vial Cap
Vial & Cap Kit includes 100 EA 2ml, Snap Top, Clear Autosampler Vials with Write-On Patch and 100 EA matching Snap Caps with Silicone Rubber / PTFE Pre-Slit, Septa fitted in the Blue Caps. MicroSolv Brand Easy Purchase Pack. 1/PK.
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial, 2.0mL, Clear with White Grad Spot, Large Opening, 12x32mm, 11mm Crimp
Vial, 2.0mL, Clear with White Grad Spot, Large Opening, 12x32mm, 11mm Crimp. The 40% larger opening prevents broken needles due to the increased target area. The neck finish allows for the use of the patented Poly Crimp™ seals or standard aluminum seals. This vial is designed to work auto samples incorporating a robotic arm as well as other auto samplers. Clear. The vial incorporates the unique Step Vial design that precisely centers a limited volume insert in the vial neck. Available with or without graduated marking spots.