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
Biocare Medical, LLC IMPROV REAGENT VIAL 15ML
The ONCORE™ Pro Improv Reagent Vials are “user-fillable” vials that are designed for the utilization of alternate primary antibodies not offered within the ONCORE reagent line on the ONCORE Automated Slide Staining System.
HIMEDIA Hi-FlexiLoop 4 Sterilized Flexifle 0.01mL 5x100 (500/cs)
Hi-FlexiLoop 4 Sterilized Flexifle 0.01mL 5x100 (500/cs)
CEM Corporation 35 ML VIAL WITH SIL CAP 5/PK
Includes (5) 35mL vials, (5) 35mL ActiVent caps. NOTE: Caps are NOT compatible with the Discover S Class System.
VEOLIA WTS 30-ML POLYSULF- 10 VL/PK
One pack containing 10 precleaned 30 ml polysulfone vials. Caps and septa must be ordered separately as HMI 90224-01.
Med Vet International Disposable Pet Water and Food Bowls, 8oz., 500/pk
Disposable Water and Food Bowls are constructed of a special high-density recyclable foam that is sturdy and completely waterproof. Perfect for either holding liquids or solid food. Hard to tip over.Water and Food Bowl. 8 oz. capacity.
Electron Microscopy Sciences Polyethylene Vial 25 ml, 24 mm diameter, 72 mm height
Sample vials with a captive snap closure; flat bottom cylindrical vials with a friction-fit, flip-top closure which can not be lost. These vials are unbreakable and can withstand temperatures up to 90 degree C. The wall thickness is approx. 1 mm and these vials are ideal for use as a specimen container for the storage of small samples, or as embedding capsules.
Diameter: 24 mm
Height: 72 mm
Electron Microscopy Sciences Transport Tube Sample White caps, 5 ml, Sterile
Transport Vials - Ideal for sample collection and storage. Made from virgin polypropylene, they are available in three sizes, and come either sterile or non-sterile. Graduations provide convenient and accurate references. Supplied with blue cap that has a molded-in sealing ring for a leak-proof fit.
Volume: 5 ml
Sterile: Sterile