Soda Lime Glass Specimen Vial

Soda Lime Glass Specimen Vial

A Soda Lime Glass Specimen Vial is a small container typically made from soda-lime glass, a common type of glass used for general laboratory purposes. Soda lime glass is made from a mixture of sodium carbonate (soda), lime (calcium oxide), and silica, and is known for its strength and affordability. These vials are often used for storage, transport, or displaying specimens in laboratories, particularly in histology, biology, and pharmaceutical applications.

Soda lime glass is non-reactive, ensuring that it does not affect the contents, making it ideal for chemical storage. Specimen vials come in various sizes and designs, including options with tight-fitting caps or secure seals for safe handling.

Specifications:

• Material: Soda-lime glass

• Volume Capacity: Typically ranges from 1 mL to 100 mL (can vary depending on the specific vial)

• Shape: Cylindrical, with a wide mouth for easy specimen transfer

• Color: Clear (for visibility of contents)

• Height/Dimensions: Varies based on volume, but generally compact for ease of handling

• Neck Type: Some vials feature a wide opening for easy access or a narrow neck for more secure sealing

• Closure Type: Often come with screw caps or crimp seals for secure closure

• Cap Material: Plastic (usually polypropylene) or metal for crimp seals

• Sterilization: Can be autoclaved for sterilization (check specifications)

• Opacity: Transparent or frosted for easy labeling

• Compatibility: Can store various materials including liquids, solids, specimens, or chemical reagents

Uses:

• Specimen Storage:

  • Commonly used in biological and chemical labs to store tissue samples, blood samples, plant materials, or other biological specimens

• Chemical Storage:

  • Suitable for storing chemical reagents, solutions, and volatile substances due to its chemical resistance

• Microscopy:

  • Often used for microscopic slides and small samples that require examination

• Histology:

  • Widely used in histology labs to hold prepared tissue samples for staining, mounting, or storage

• Pharmaceutical Industry:

  • Used in pharmaceutical research for drug formulations, and in the preparation and storage of pharmaceutical compounds

• Educational Demonstrations:

  • Utilized in schools, museums, and other educational settings