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
Research Products International Corp High Density Polyethylene Vials, 20ml Capacity, 22mm Foil Lined Plastic Screw Caps, White, Bulk Packed, 1000 per Case
Economical and efficient alternative to glassvials. Major advantages include higher efficiency, lower background andoverall higher performance. Manufactured from an improved high densitypolyethylene blend of polyethylene that resists solvent permeation.Biodegradable solvent based cocktails can be stored indefinitely inthese vials.
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 glassvials. Major advantages include higher efficiency, lower background andoverall higher performance. Manufactured from an improved high densitypolyethylene blend of polyethylene that resists solvent permeation.Biodegradable solvent based cocktails can be stored indefinitely inthese vials.
Revvity Health Sciences Inc 6 mL Anti-Static Pico Prias Vial, 2000/pk
6 mL Anti-Static Pico Prias Vial, 2000/pk
Perkin Elmer US LLC 4 mL Clear Glass Screw Top Waste and Wash Vial
Our vials are manufactured from Type I Borosilicate Glass, which meets all USP, JP, and EP Pharmacopeia requirements. The glass performs excellent at high temperatures and is chemical resistant to acidic, neutral and alkali solutions. All our vials are packed in a clean environment to ensure you receive contaminant free product every time.
Perkin Elmer US LLC 1.5 mL Clear Glass 9 mm Screw Top High Recovery Vial, 100/pk
Manufactured from the same high quality Type 1, Class A borosilicate glass as our standard 2 mL vials, these high recovery vials provide efficient handling with the convenience of a single vial format.
Electron Microscopy Sciences Wheaton 33R Borosilicate Sample Vial, Clear, 1.8 ml, 12x 35 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-33R low extractable borosilicate glass protects against changes in pH.
Color: Clear
Volume: 1.8 ml
Size: 12x 35 mm
Electron Microscopy Sciences Wheaton 320 Borosilicate Sample Vial, Amber, 8 ml, 17 x 63 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: 8 ml
Size: 17 x 63 mm
Electron Microscopy Sciences Shell Vials, 4.0 ml, Clear, 15 x 45
These vials are for use with auto-samplers that require 15x45 mm vials.
Volume: 4.0 ml
Material: Clear
Size: 15 x 45
Electron Microscopy Sciences V-Vials Borosilicate Clear Vial with Cap, 3.0 ml
These vials are made from Wheaton-33 low extractable borosilicate glass and they safeguard against any change of product pH caused by alkali, which can be extracted from ordinary glass. Wheaton V-Vials are exceptionally sturdy vials with a conical interior bottom. Their special features insure maximum security and economy in handling, storing and shipping of costly micro and semi-micro samples.
V-Vials are ideal for Micro Mixing, Homogenization, Centrifugation, Concentration, Extraction, Derivatization, Radiosynthesis, Hybridization, Anaerobic Reactions, and Catalytic Hydrogenation.
All components can be autoclaved. They come packed 12 vials in a hinged lid storage box. Graduated; clear; screw cap has solid top and TFE-faced white (styrene butadiene) rubber liner.
Volume: 3.0 ml
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial, 0.3mL, Clear with Fused Insert, Snap Ring™, 12x32mm, 11mm Crimp
Vial, 0.3mL, Clear with Fused Insert, Snap Ring™, 12x32mm, 11mm Crimp.
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial, 2.0mL, Amber with White Grad Spot, Standard Opening, 12x32mm, GPI 8-425
Vial, 2.0mL, Amber with White Grad Spot, 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 with graduated marking spots and silanized.
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.
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial, Sample, Pre-Cleaned, 20mL, Amber, 28x57mm, GPI 24-400, with PTFE Lined Screw Cap
Vial, Sample, Pre-Cleaned, 20mL, Amber, 28x57mm, GPI 24-400, with PTFE Lined Screw Cap. Clear and amber sample vials are pre-cleaned and certified for volatile organic analysis. Vials are fully assembled with green polypropylene closure and 0.125” PTFE silicone septa. Made from Type 1 borosilicate glass. Certificate of analysis is included in each case. Packed 72 pieces per case.
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial Only, Sample, 3.7mL, Clear, High Recovery, 15x45mm, GPI 13-425
Vial Only, Sample, 3.7mL, Clear, High Recovery, 15x45mm, GPI 13-425. High recovery vial with a conical bottom for complete sample recovery. These vials are the same size or slightly smaller on the OD to allow them to be interchanged with any racks or blocks that accept standard dram or scintillation vials. Packed in an SBS coated white tray complete with SBS partition. Boxes are marked with alpha-numeric coordinates for fast and easy vial identification. Vial only.
Chemglass Life Sciences Vial Only, Sample, 4mL, Clear, 15x45mm, GPI 13-425
Vial Only, Sample, 4mL, Clear, 15x45mm, GPI 13-425. Clear sample vials packaged in convenient LAB-PACS. Made from Type 1 borosilicate glass. Vials are conveniently packed in shrink-wrapped packs of 100. Caps sold separately.