Secure cryogenic storage with enhanced contamination protection.
Corning® External Thread Cryogenic Vials are designed for reliable storage of biological samples, cell cultures, and reagents in ultra-low temperature environments. Manufactured from high-quality polypropylene, these vials withstand temperatures down to -196°C while maintaining secure sample integrity during storage and transport.
The external thread design helps minimise the risk of contamination by preventing sample contact with the threading area. Silicone washer seals provide dependable closure performance, while self-standing formats improve handling efficiency in busy laboratory workflows.
- External thread design: helps reduce contamination risk during handling
- Ultra-low temperature compatibility: suitable down to -196°C
- Secure silicone washer seal: dependable storage performance
- RNase/DNase-free: ideal for molecular biology applications
- Sterile and nonpyrogenic: suitable for sensitive workflows
- Large marking spots and black graduations: simplifies sample identification
- Self-standing options available: convenient one-handed operation
- Colour coding compatibility: supports organised storage systems
Cryogenic storage reliability is critical in cell culture, biobanking, molecular biology, and clinical research environments. Corning® cryogenic vials are trusted worldwide for their manufacturing consistency, sterility assurance, and dependable sealing performance in demanding laboratory workflows.
WARNING: Do not use cryogenic vials or Cryogenic Vial Storage boxes in the liquid phase of liquid nitrogen. Only store in the vapor phase above the liquified gas. Always use appropriate safety equipment when removing vials from cryogenic storage.
Available External Thread Cryogenic Vials
| Product Code | Volume | Style | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 430658 | 1.2 mL | Self-Standing, Conical Bottom | External threaded sterile polypropylene cryogenic vial with silicone washer seal and self-standing base. |
| 430659 | 2 mL | Self-Standing, Round Bottom | 2 mL external thread cryovial with round self-standing base, black graduations and marking spot. |
| 430661 | 2 mL | Round Bottom | Standard round-bottom external thread cryogenic vial for secure low-temperature sample storage. |
| 430662 | 4 mL | Self-Standing, Round Bottom | Large-capacity self-standing external thread cryogenic vial suitable for long-term storage. |
| 430663 | 5 mL | Self-Standing, Round Bottom | 5 mL polypropylene cryogenic vial with external threaded cap and silicone washer seal. |
| 430674 | 5 mL | Bulk Pack, Unassembled Caps | Bulk packaged external thread cryogenic vials supplied with separate caps for high-throughput workflows. |
Additional cap colours, barcode formats and packaging configurations available on request.
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