Vials, Caps, and Septa

All you need to know about vials, their various types, and common uses in chromatography laboratories.

Additional resources on sample containment solution

It’s easy to think of vials as simple, inexpensive components that don’t affect your results. However, substandard vials, caps, and septa can lead to sample loss, contamination, and damaged autosampler needles. As you explore your options for your sample containment solutions, these resources will guide you on your journey. Agilent has the tools, knowledge, and experience to ensure that you have the right information to achieve great results.

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Agilent’s Vials Catalog

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Autosampler/Vials Compatibility Chart

The Agilent autosampler compatibility chart provides a detailed overview of which Agilent chromatography vials are compatible with various autosamplers from different manufacturers.

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An Agilent Vial is Not Just a Vial

A white paper that emphasizes the critical role of high-quality vials in analytical workflows, highlighting how using inferior vials can lead to significant issues and increased long-term costs.

White Paper - Vials

An Agilent Septum is Not Just a Septum

A white paper that highlights the importance of choosing the right septum material to prevent sample contamination and ensure reliable analytical results.

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