20 mL Freestanding Vials with Red Caps — Polypropylene Copolymer, Non-Sterile, 1000/Bag (240-3519-R80)
These 20 mL polypropylene copolymer freestanding vials feature a stable flat-bottom base and a red cap for high-visibility color-coded specimen identification in clinical and research workflows. Supplied unassembled in a 1000/Bag format, they are non-sterile and designed for large-volume specimen collection, aliquoting, and archival storage where rack-free bench-top stability is essential. Part number 240-3519-R80 ships ready to integrate into multi-cap-color vial systems, LIMS barcode scanning workflows, and lot-traced laboratory environments.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number (MPN) | 240-3519-R80 |
| Product Type | Freestanding Vial |
| Volume | 20 mL |
| Material | Polypropylene Copolymer (PPC) |
| Cap Color | Red |
| Vial Body Color | Natural |
| Base Style | Freestanding Flat Bottom |
| Sterility | Non-Sterile |
| Pack Size | 1000/Bag |
| Format | Unassembled |
| BPA / Phthalate Free | Yes |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Applications
- Large-volume urine culture collection and transport requiring a stable, self-supporting vessel
- Swab transport medium elution and environmental specimen collection where 20 mL capacity prevents specimen insufficiency
- Molecular specimen banking — DNA, RNA, and nucleic acid aliquots benefiting from polypropylene copolymer chemical compatibility
- Multi-analyte archival storage with flat-bottom freestanding placement directly on bench or in freezer trays without external racks
- Color-coded specimen management in multi-cap-color systems: assigning red to STAT, urgent, or priority specimens for immediate visual identification at intake, processing, and storage
- LIMS-integrated workflows requiring label-compatible vial surfaces for direct-to-vial barcode printing and scanning
- Lot-traced CAP, CLIA, and ISO 15189 laboratory environments requiring documented consumable traceability
Chemical Resistance
| Reagent / Condition | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| Aqueous buffers and saline | Excellent |
| Dilute acids and bases | Excellent |
| Biological specimens (urine, swab eluates, serum, plasma) | Excellent |
| Alcohols (ethanol, isopropanol <70%) | Good — short-term contact |
| Chlorinated solvents (chloroform, methylene chloride) | Not recommended |
| Aromatic solvents (toluene, xylene) | Not recommended |
| Autoclave sterilization | Compatible (PP/PPC is autoclavable; verify cap assembly separately) |
Quality & Procurement
Made in USA, these Caplugs® Evergreen vials are produced from BPA-free, phthalate-free polypropylene copolymer resin and are lot-numbered to support traceability requirements in CAP-, CLIA-, and ISO 15189-accredited laboratories. LabSupplies.com is an authorized dealer of Caplugs® Evergreen laboratory consumables and ships from USA inventory, with tiered volume pricing available for hospitals, research institutions, and biotech procurement programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these vials sterile?
No — the 240-3519-R80 vials are supplied non-sterile. For applications requiring sterile vessels, such as certain microbiological cultures or aseptic processing, a sterile vial option should be selected instead.
Do the vials come assembled with caps already attached?
No — they are supplied unassembled, meaning vial bodies and red caps are packed separately within the bag. This unassembled format reduces shipping volume, minimizes damage risk, and allows labs to cap vials at the point of use.
Can these vials stand upright without a rack?
Yes. The freestanding flat-bottom base is specifically designed to provide stable self-supporting placement on any level bench, freezer shelf, or tray without requiring external tube racks or holders.
Are these vials compatible with barcode label printers and LIMS scanning?
The natural-colored vial body provides a smooth, label-receptive surface suitable for direct-to-vial barcode label application and standard laboratory barcode scanner reading, making them compatible with most LIMS-integrated specimen tracking workflows.