Standard & Certified HPLC Sample Vials

Standard & Certified Sample Vials

Maximize lab efficiency with fewer failed assays and lower instrument downtime

Maximize lab efficiency with fewer failed assays and lower instrument downtime

Reducing failed assays from unknown contaminant peaks and limiting instrument downtime from out of specification vials or septa is a priority for your lab. Waters sample vials, caps & septa can help you do just that.

Quality controlled via a multi-step certification process, we ensure that Waters Certified vials meet and maintain specified levels of cleanliness, glass surface properties, controlled pH shifts and adsorptive losses - from batch to batch and vial to vial. Choosing the right sample vial for small and large molecule HPLC or UHPLC applications for UV and MS can help meeting the business demand of your laboratory and the requirement of delivering the result with the best quality needed for your analysis.

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Specifications

Overview

  • Available in LC-GC, LC-MS, and TruView pH Control LCMS Certified Vials with cleanliness tested by UPLC-UV and MS
  • Consistent vial-to-vial and lot-to-lot performance
  • High recovery vials for limited sample volumes
  • Compatible with all autosamplers and designed to fit a range of caps
  • Complete selection of vial sizes and materials with combination packs for easy ordering
  • Reduced analyte peak variability for results you can rely on

Recommended Use: To reduce risk for your LC analysis while increasing consistency and reproducibility.

Which vial is right for your lab?

Which vial is right for your lab?
Glass and Polypropylene Vials
  • Application: Glass for basic and legacy methods. Polypropylene where glass is not applicable.
  • Benefit: Low cost, high value.
  • Certification test: Dimensional consistency
Waters Certified Vials
  • Application: Routine QC LC-UV analysis of compounds in µg/mL concentrations.
  • Benefit: No UV interference caused by manufacturing and packaging residues of glass and septum.
  • Certification test: UPLC-UV at 195 nm, dimensional consistency
Waters LCMS Certified Vials
  • Application: Routine QC and LC-MS analysis with lower analyte concentrations from 10-100s ng/mL.
  • Benefit: Low MS interference of known residues and polymers from glass and septum manufacturing.
  • Certification test: LC-MS cleanliness; LC-UV cleanliness; dimensional consistency
Waters TruView pH Controlled LCMS Certified Vials
  • Application: LC-MS and routine QC analysis and quantification for pH-sensitive compounds and unbuffered dilluents; reduced adsorption of polar bases with high vial-to-vial consistency
  • Benefit: Enhanced glass surface to reduce leaching of Na and other metal ions into solution with a high level of consistency; reduced adsorption effects. Lowest MS interference of residues and polymers from glass and septum manufacturing
  • Certification test: UPLC-UV at 195 nm, pH Control, MS Analyte adsorption and MS scan for cleanliness, dimensional consistency

Control data quality risks and reduce unexpected or ghost peaks

Don’t let the presence of background noise impact your results, causing data quality risks and unexpected or ghost peaks. Background noise can come from many factors. One of the most important factors are vial and septa cleanliness, which introduces contamination peaks. Ghost peaks are introduced by analyte degradation that can be triggered by significant pH changes in the diluent. In this chromatogram, the top shows normal behavior, and the bottom chromatogram shows ghost peaks.

Waters Certified vials are cleanliness tested so you don’t have to worry about contaminant peaks. The TruView pH Control Vials are certified to minimize and control a pH shift away from the neutral.

More time on development. Less on troubleshooting.

Stop losing valuable development time on troubleshooting due to analyte loss from non-specific adsorption. Waters TruView pH Control LCMS Certified Vials have the lowest adsorptive losses on the market, and you can rely on them to provide consistency from batch to batch and vial to vial. This chromatogram shows a comparison of adsorptive loss of chlorhexidine in a variety of vials.

Ideal for demanding MS work

LCMS Certified Vials are suited for analyte concentrations in the 100s ng/mL concentration. Waters LCMS Certified Vials are tested by MS scans from 250 to 1000 m/z with specifications set on the total ion count and presence of clusters in the high mass range. This chromatogram shows a comparison of typical MS scans of Waters LCMS Certified Vials to vials of other sources and clean solvents.

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HPLC Sample Vials: Standard and Certified

Enhance lab efficiency by minimizing failed assays and instrument downtime. Waters sample vials, caps, and septa undergo rigorous quality control to maintain specified cleanliness, glass surface properties, pH shifts, and adsorptive losses. Choosing the right vial for HPLC and UHPLC applications optimizes results, meeting business demands and ensuring high-quality analysis.

Overview

Choose from LC-GC, LC-MS, and TruView pH Control LCMS Certified Vials, all tested for cleanliness by UPLC-UV and MS

Expect consistent performance from vial-to-vial and lot-to-lot.

High recovery vials for small sample volumes.

Compatible with all autosamplers and various caps.

Find a complete selection of vial sizes and materials, with combination packs for convenient ordering.

Experience reduced analyte peak variability for reliable results you can trust.

Recommended Use: To reduce risk for your LC analysis while increasing consistency and reproducibility.

Which vial is right for your lab?

Glass and Polypropylene Vials: The application of glass vials is suitable for basic and legacy methods, while polypropylene vials are used when glass is not applicable. These vials offer a low-cost, high-value solution. The certification test focuses on ensuring dimensional consistency.

Waters Certified Vials: Designed for routine QC LC-UV analysis of compounds in µg/mL concentrations, these vials offer the benefit of no UV interference due to manufacturing and packaging residues of glass and septum. The certification test involves UPLC-UV at 195 nm and ensures dimensional consistency.

Waters LCMS Certified Vials: These vials are suitable for routine QC and LC-MS analysis with lower analyte concentrations ranging from 10-100s ng/mL. They offer the benefit of low MS interference caused by known residues and polymers from glass and septum manufacturing. The certification test includes LC-MS and LC-UV cleanliness evaluations, along with dimensional consistency checks.

Waters TruView pH Controlled LCMS Certified Vials: These vials are ideal for LC-MS and routine QC analysis of pH-sensitive compounds and unbuffered diluents, offering reduced adsorption of polar bases and high vial-to-vial consistency. The enhanced glass surface minimizes leaching of Na and other metal ions into the solution, ensuring reduced adsorption effects and the lowest MS interference from glass and septum residues. The certification tests include UPLC-UV at 195 nm, pH Control, MS Analyte adsorption, and MS scan for cleanliness, as well as dimensional consistency checks.

Control data quality risks and prevent unexpected or ghost peaks in chromatograms. Background noise can stem from factors like vial and septa cleanliness, introducing contamination peaks, and analyte degradation due to significant pH changes causing ghost peaks. Waters Certified vials ensure cleanliness, minimizing contaminant peaks, and TruView pH Control Vials keep the pH stable. With the lowest adsorptive losses on the market, TruView pH Control LCMS Certified Vials save development time by reducing analyte loss troubleshooting. These vials are ideal for demanding MS work, tested with MS scans for specified ion count and presence of clusters in the high mass range.

FAQs about Sample Vials

What types of sample vials are available for purchase on this website?
We offer a wide range of sample vials including screw top vials, crimp top vials, snap top vials, and specialty vials for specific applications.

Are the sample vials on this website certified for use in laboratories?
Yes, all of our sample vials are certified to meet industry standards for quality and performance in laboratory settings.

Can I purchase pre-cleaned and pre-assembled sample vials from this website?
Yes, we offer pre-cleaned and pre-assembled sample vials to save you time and ensure the highest level of cleanliness for your samples.

Are there options for customization or bulk ordering of sample vials on this website?
Yes, we offer customization options for sample vials including labeling and packaging, as well as bulk ordering discounts for larger quantities.

How can I ensure that the sample vials I purchase are compatible with my specific equipment and applications?
Our website provides detailed specifications for each type of sample vial, including compatibility with different types of equipment and applications. If you have any questions, our customer service team is available to assist you.