Slide-Fix™ PAP Jar Fuchsia Caps — Polypropylene Copolymer, Non-Sterile, Unassembled, 1000/Bag (240-5400-K8K)
The Caplugs® Evergreen Slide-Fix™ PAP jar cap in fuchsia is constructed from Polypropylene Copolymer (PPC) and supplied unassembled, non-sterile, 1000 per bag — purpose-built for Papanicolaou smear fixation and cytological specimen fixation in high-volume cytopathology programs. The fuchsia color enables immediate, at-a-glance color-coded identification of PAP jars on busy collection carts and laboratory benches. Part number 240-5400-K8K is lot-numbered for traceability in CAP-, CLIA-, and ISO 15189-accredited laboratories.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number (MPN) | 240-5400-K8K |
| Product Type | PAP Jar Cap |
| Brand / Line | Caplugs® Evergreen Slide-Fix™ |
| Material | Polypropylene Copolymer (PPC) |
| Cap Color | Fuchsia |
| Sterility | Non-Sterile |
| Format | Unassembled |
| Pack Size | 1000/Bag |
| BPA-Free | Yes |
| Lot Traceability | Yes |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Applications
- Papanicolaou (PAP) smear slide fixation at the point of collection or in the cytopathology laboratory
- Gynecological cytology specimen fixation in OB-GYN and women's health clinical settings
- Liquid-based cytology preparation workflows requiring slide immersion in fixative solution
- High-volume cytopathology lab supply programs that benefit from unassembled, bulk packaging to reduce shipping volume
- CAP-, CLIA-, and ISO 15189-accredited laboratories requiring lot-numbered consumables for quality documentation
Chemical Resistance
| Reagent / Condition | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| 95% Ethanol fixative | Compatible |
| Isopropyl alcohol (IPA) | Compatible |
| Commercial cytology fixative formulations | Compatible |
| Aqueous buffers / saline | Excellent |
| Dilute acids and bases | Excellent |
| Chlorinated / aromatic solvents (e.g., chloroform, xylene) | Not recommended |
Quality & Procurement
Made in USA, these Slide-Fix™ PAP jar caps are manufactured by Caplugs® Evergreen from BPA-free Polypropylene Copolymer resin with lot-level quality controls ensuring consistent cap geometry and secure cap retention on PAP jar bodies. LabSupplies.com is an authorized Caplugs® Evergreen dealer shipping from USA inventory, with tiered pricing available for cytopathology programs, hospital networks, and institutional procurement offices managing high-volume cytology supply contracts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these caps sold with the PAP jar bodies, or as caps only?
These are caps only, supplied unassembled. The unassembled format reduces shipping volume and allows laboratories to manage jar bodies and caps as separate line items within their supply programs.
Are the caps sterile?
No — they are supplied non-sterile, which is standard for PAP smear fixation applications where the fixative solution itself (typically 95% ethanol) provides the necessary preservative environment for cytological specimens.
Will the fuchsia caps resist discoloration or degradation from ethanol-based fixatives?
Yes. The Polypropylene Copolymer construction provides reliable chemical resistance to 95% ethanol, isopropyl alcohol, and commercial cytology fixative formulations under normal laboratory use conditions.
Are these caps suitable for accredited clinical laboratories?
Yes. Lot numbering supports the traceability requirements of CAP-, CLIA-, and ISO 15189-accredited cytopathology and gynecological cytology laboratories.