
Autosampler Vials, Inserts, and Closures
Vials, vial inserts, septa, and caps/closures with or without septa for use with autosamplers and autosampler vials; includes a variety of sizes, configurations, material compositions, and closure types.
Autosampler vials hold samples that will be injected from an autosampler into a chromatograph or similar analyzer. A needle is used to pierce the cap and withdraws the sample from the vials. Some autosamplers can also dilute or otherwise manipulate the contents of the vials.
Vials are chosen by diameter, height, thread finish, and other parameters. Selection also depends on analysis type, analytical platform, and sample availability.
Although 2mL vials are the most common, vials are available with capacities from 15 to 60μL. Autosampler vials are usually made from clear or amber glass, both of which are highly inert. Amber glass helps protect more sensitive samples from exposure to UV light and radiation.
Vial inserts are used to reduce the capacity of the vial to accommodate smaller samples. Typically 150 to 400µL in volume, they may be made of glass, plastic, or a combination of materials.
Closure options include those with and without septa, snap caps, screw caps, and crimp top caps. Vial caps and septa help prevent leakage and sample loss due to evaporation.
Factors that affect the choice of closure include:
- Septa compatibility with sample ‒ chemical compatibility varies based on the solvent concentration, molecular weight, and temperature
- Septa and cap compatibility ‒ septa that are too thick may prevent proper cap fitting
- Crimp vs. screw cap closures
- Screw caps are more often used for LC and LC/MS
- Crimp caps work well for GC and GC/MS applications, help avoid sample tampering, and are recommended for working with volatile compounds







Thermo Scientificâ„¢ SureSTARTâ„¢ 20 mm Stoppers, Level 2 High-throughput Applications
Use Level 2 Thermo ScientificTM SureSTARTTM 20 mm Stoppers with crimp vials that have a 20 mm opening and a secure push fit for high throughput applications, when robustness and reproducibility are key.
Thickness (Metric) | 3 mm |
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Type | Vial Stopper |
For Use With (Equipment) | 20 mm Crimp Headspace Vials |
Closure Size | 20 mm |
Color | Gray |
Level | Level 2 |
Material | Bromobutyl Rubber |
Certifications/Compliance | Specification Certified |
Product Line | SureSTART Level 2 |
Thermo Scientificâ„¢ SureSTARTâ„¢ Glass Crimp Top Headspace Vials, Level 3 High Performance Applications
Use these 6, 10, and 20 mL SureSTARTâ„¢ Glass Crimp Top Headspace Vials, Performance Level 3, for your volatile gas analyses.
Type | Crimp Top Headspace Vial |
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Marking Spot | Yes |
Level | Level 3 |
Material | Clear Glass |
Certifications/Compliance | Specification Certified |
Closure Type | Crimp Cap |
Product Line | SureSTART Level 3 |
Size (Metric) Opening | 20 mm |
Thermo Scientificâ„¢ SureSTART Specification Certified Vial and Cap Kits, Level 1 Everyday Analysis
Use Level 1 SureSTARTâ„¢ Specification Certified Vial and Cap Kits for chromatography approved, cost optimized products that are suitable for everyday analyses and are compatible with all instrument types.
Type | Specification Certified Vial and Cap Kit |
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Marking Spot | No |
Certifications/Compliance | Specification Certified |
Product Line | SureSTART Level 1 |
Thermo Scientificâ„¢ SureSTARTâ„¢ 2 mL Glass Screw Top Vials, Level 3 High Performance Applications
Use SureSTARTâ„¢ 2 mL Glass Screw Top Vials, Performance Level 3, for high performance GC-MS and LC-MS applications.
Height (Metric) | 32 mm |
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Type | Screw Thread Vial |
Volume (Metric) Total | 2 mL |
Volume (Metric) Usable | 1.5 mL |
Marking Spot | Yes |
Volume (Metric) | 2 mL |
Level | Level 3 |
Certifications/Compliance | Specification Certified |
Product Line | SureSTART Level 3 |
Base Style | Flat Base |
Size (Metric) Opening | 9 mm |
Thermo Scientificâ„¢ SureSTARTâ„¢ Polyspring Inserts for 2 mL Vials, Level 1 Everyday Analysis
Use SureSTARTâ„¢ Performance Level 2 Polyspring Plastic Inserts in 2 mL screw, snap, or crimp top vials when analyzing small sample sizes of less than 2 mL.
Height (Metric) | 31 mm |
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Type | Polyspring Insert |
Volume (Metric) Total | 0.3 mL |
Volume (Metric) Usable | 0.25 mL |
Marking Spot | No |
Color | Clear |
Diameter (Metric) Inner | 6 mm |
Material | Polypropylene |
Certifications/Compliance | Specification Certified |
Volume (Metric) Residual | 4 μL |
Graduations | 0.1 mL |
Product Line | SureSTART Level 1 |
Base Style | Conical with Polyspring |
Thermo Scientificâ„¢ SureSTARTâ„¢ 2 mL Glass Crimp Top Vials, Level 1 Everyday Analysis
Use SureSTARTâ„¢ 2 mL Glass Crimp Top Vials, Performance Level 1, for everyday chromatography analysis. They are Specification Certified and meet Pharmacopia requirements.
Height (Metric) | 32 mm |
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Volume (Metric) Total | 2 mL |
Volume (Metric) Usable | 1.5 mL |
Volume (Metric) | 2 mL |
Type | Crimp Top Vial |
For Use With (Equipment) | 11 mm Aluminum Crimp Caps and Septa |
Marking Spot | Yes |
Level | Level 1 |
Certifications/Compliance | Specification Certified |
Closure Type | Crimp Cap |
Volume (Metric) Residual | 170 μL |
Product Line | SureSTART Level 1 |
Base Style | Flat Bottom |
Size (Metric) Opening | 11 mm |
Thermo Scientificâ„¢ SureSTARTâ„¢ 2 mL Glass Screw Top Vials, Level 1 Everyday Analysis
Use SureSTARTâ„¢ 2 mL Glass Screw Top Vials, Performance Level 1, for everyday HPLC or GC analyses. They are Specification Certified and meet Pharmacopia requirements.
Height (Metric) | 32 mm |
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Type | Screw Thread Vial |
Volume (Metric) Total | 2 mL |
For Use With (Equipment) | 9 mm Screw Caps and Septa |
Volume (Metric) Usable | 1.5 mL |
Marking Spot | Yes |
Level | Level 1 |
Certifications/Compliance | Specification Certified |
Closure Type | Short Thread Screw Cap |
Volume (Metric) Residual | 170 μL |
Base Style | Flat Bottom |
Size (Metric) Opening | 9 mm |
Thermo Scientificâ„¢ SureSTARTâ„¢ 2 mL Glass Screw Top Vials, Level 2 High-Throughput Applications
Use SureSTARTâ„¢ 2 mL Glass Screw Top Vials, Performance Level 2, to ensure high quality data with an uninterrupted workflow in high-throughput applications.
Height (Metric) | 32 mm |
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Type | Screw Thread Vial |
Volume (Metric) Total | 2 mL |
Volume (Metric) Usable | 1.5 mL |
Marking Spot | Yes |
Volume (Metric) | 2 mL |
Level | Level 2 |
Certifications/Compliance | Specification Certified |
Closure Type | Short Thread Screw Cap |
Volume (Metric) Residual | 170 μL |
Product Line | SureSTART Level 2 |
Base Style | Flat Base |
Size (Metric) Opening | 9 mm |
Thermo Scientificâ„¢ SureSTARTâ„¢ Specification Certified Screw Vial and Cap Kits, Level 2 High-throughput Applications
Meet your certification and documentation needs with our Level 2 Thermo Scientificâ„¢ SureSTARTâ„¢ Specification Certified Screw Vial and Cap Kits.
Includes | 100 Vials and Caps |
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Height (Metric) | 32 mm |
Closure Size | 9 mm |
Certifications/Compliance | Specification Certified |
Closure Material | Polypropylene |
Product Line | SureSTART Level 2 |
Thermo Scientificâ„¢ SureSTARTâ„¢ 10 mL Glass Screw Top Headspace Vials, Level 2 High-Throughput Applications
Use SureSTARTâ„¢ 10 mL Glass Screw Top Headspace Vials, Performance Level 2, to ensure high quality data with an uninterrupted workflow in high-throughput volatile gas analyses.
Height (Metric) | 46 mm |
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Type | Screw Thread Headspace Vial |
Volume (Metric) Total | 10 mL |
Volume (Metric) Usable | 8 mL |
Marking Spot | Yes |
Volume (Metric) | 10 mL |
Level | Level 2 |
Certifications/Compliance | Specification Certified |
Closure Type | Screw Cap |
Volume (Metric) Residual | 0.8 mL |
Product Line | SureSTART Level 2 |
Base Style | Round Bottom |
Size (Metric) Opening | 18 mm |
Thermo Scientificâ„¢ SureSTARTâ„¢ 20 mL Glass Crimp Top Headspace Vials, Level 2 High-Throughput Applications
Use SureSTARTâ„¢ 20 mL Glass Crimp Top Headspace Vials, Performance Level 2, to ensure high quality data with an uninterrupted workflow in high-throughput volatile gas analyses.
Height (Metric) | 75 mm |
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Volume (Metric) Total | 20 mL |
Volume (Metric) Usable | 18 mL |
Volume (Metric) | 20 mL |
Material | Glass |
Type | Crimp Top Headspace Vial |
Marking Spot | Yes |
Level | Level 2 |
Certifications/Compliance | Specification Certified |
Closure Type | Crimp Cap |
Volume (Metric) Residual | 0.8 mL |
Product Line | SureSTART Level 2 |
Base Style | Round Bottom |
Size (Metric) Opening | 20 mm |
Thermo Scientificâ„¢ SureSTARTâ„¢ Glass Inserts for 2 mL Vials, Level 3 High Performance Applications
Use SureSTARTâ„¢ Performance Level 3 Glass Inserts in 2 mL screw, snap, or crimp top vials when analyzing very small sample sizes (less than 2 mL). Note: Purchase is for Glass Inserts Only
Color | Clear |
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Certifications/Compliance | Specification Certified |
Product Line | SureSTART Level 3 |
Thermo Scientificâ„¢ SureSTARTâ„¢ EPA Certified Screw Vial and Cap Kits, Level 2 High-throughput Applications
Ensure that your environmental analyses meet government regulations with our Level 2 Thermo Scientificâ„¢ SureSTARTâ„¢ EPA Certified Screw Vial and Cap Kits.
Type | EPA Certified Vial and Cap Kit, Level 2 |
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Marking Spot | No |
Material | Glass |
Certifications/Compliance | Specification Certified, EPA Level 100 |
Closure Color | White |
Closure Material | Polypropylene |
Product Line | SureSTART Level 2 |
Thermo Scientificâ„¢ SureSTARTâ„¢ 2 mL Glass Snap Top Vials, Level 2 High-Throughput Applications
Use SureSTARTâ„¢ 2 mL Glass Snap Top Vials, Performance Level 2, to ensure high quality data with an uninterrupted workflow in high-throughput applications.
Height (Metric) | 32 mm |
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Type | Snap Vial |
Volume (Metric) Total | 2 mL |
Volume (Metric) Usable | 1.5 mL |
Marking Spot | Yes |
Volume (Metric) | 2 mL |
Level | Level 2 |
Certifications/Compliance | Specification Certified |
Closure Type | Snap Cap |
Volume (Metric) Residual | 170 μL |
Product Line | SureSTART Level 2 |
Base Style | Flat Base |
Size (Metric) Opening | 11 mm |
Thermo Scientificâ„¢ SureSTARTâ„¢ 2 mL Glass Snap Top Vials, Level 3 High Performance Applications
Use SureSTARTâ„¢ 2 mL Glass Snap Top Vials, Performance Level 3, for high performance, high sensitivity LC-MS applications
Height (Metric) | 32 mm |
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Type | Snap Vial |
Volume (Metric) Total | 2 mL |
Volume (Metric) Usable | 1.5 mL |
Marking Spot | Yes |
Volume (Metric) | 2 mL |
Level | Level 3 |
Material | Clear Glass |
Certifications/Compliance | Specification Certified |
Closure Type | Snap Cap |
Product Line | SureSTART Level 3 |
Base Style | Flat Base |
Size (Metric) Opening | 11 mm |