Slide-Fix™ PAP Jar Assorted Caps — Polypropylene Copolymer, Non-Sterile, 1000/Bag (240-5400-X8K)
These Caplugs® Evergreen Slide-Fix™ PAP jars are designed for Papanicolaou smear fixation and cytological specimen fixation in clinical cytopathology, OB-GYN, and women's health laboratory settings. Constructed from Polypropylene Copolymer (PPC) for reliable compatibility with standard cytology fixatives, the jars are supplied unassembled with assorted caps in a 1000/Bag format ideal for high-volume cytology programs. The assorted cap colors enable straightforward color-coded identification across collection and processing workflows.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number (MPN) | 240-5400-X8K |
| Product Type | PAP Jar with Cap |
| Brand / Line | Slide-Fix™ |
| Material | Polypropylene Copolymer (PPC) |
| Cap Color | Assorted |
| Sterility | Non-Sterile |
| Format | Unassembled |
| Pack Size | 1000/Bag |
| BPA-Free | Yes |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Applications
- Papanicolaou (PAP) smear slide fixation at point of collection or in the laboratory
- Gynecological cytology specimen fixation using ethanol- or IPA-based fixatives
- Liquid-based cytology preparation workflows requiring immediate slide immersion
- Cytopathology laboratory processing in CAP- and CLIA-accredited settings
- OB-GYN and women's health clinics running high-volume cytology programs
Chemical Resistance
| Reagent / Condition | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| 95% Ethanol fixative | Excellent |
| Isopropyl alcohol (IPA) | Excellent |
| Commercial cytology fixative formulations | Excellent |
| Aqueous buffers / saline | Excellent |
| Dilute acids and bases | Excellent |
| Chlorinated / aromatic solvents | Not recommended |
Quality & Procurement
Made in USA, Caplugs® Evergreen Slide-Fix™ PAP jars are manufactured from BPA-free Polypropylene Copolymer resin under rigorous lot-level quality controls, supporting consistent jar geometry, secure cap retention, and fixative containment across every bag. Lot traceability supports the documentation requirements of CAP-, CLIA-, and ISO 15189-accredited laboratories. The unassembled 1000/Bag format reduces shipping volume while providing a cost-effective per-unit supply for high-throughput cytology programs. LabSupplies.com is an authorized Caplugs® Evergreen dealer shipping from USA inventory, with volume pricing available for institutional and grant-funded accounts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these PAP jars supplied sterile?
No — these jars are non-sterile, which is standard for PAP smear fixation applications where the fixative solution itself governs specimen preservation. If your protocol requires sterile containers, please contact us for alternatives.
Why are the caps assorted rather than a single color?
Assorted cap colors allow cytology labs and collection sites to implement color-coded identification across different specimen types, collection dates, or patient groups without purchasing separate SKUs for each color — a practical advantage in high-volume OB-GYN and cytopathology workflows.
What fixatives are compatible with the Polypropylene Copolymer jars?
Polypropylene Copolymer provides excellent resistance to 95% ethanol, isopropyl alcohol, and commercial cytology fixative formulations, making these jars well suited to standard PAP smear and gynecological cytology fixation protocols. Chlorinated and aromatic solvents are not recommended.
Do these jars arrive pre-assembled or do they require assembly?
They are supplied unassembled — jars and caps are packed separately within the 1000/Bag format. The unassembled configuration reduces shipping volume and allows labs to assemble and fill jars as needed within their workflow.