Test Tube Caps

Culture tube caps are essential pieces of laboratory equipment, as they ensure the safe handling of samples by sealing test tubes to prevent contamination. We have various caps available, including Kim Rak, Kim Kap, and NMR tube caps that are suitable for many uses and provide a tight and secure seal within the laboratory. Some stainless steel closures can provide storage for long periods. Depending on the sample access requirements, snap caps, and flange caps can provide a secure seal with minimal effort. Consider the tube, sample, and level of protection required to ensure the integrity of your results.

Test Tube Caps

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  • Amber Vial, 4mL

    J.G. Finneran

    Designed to work in Shimadzu and Waters WISP™ 48 position autosamplers. 4.0mL Amber Vial Black Closure, Red PTFE/Silicone Septa, 0.065"

  • PUREGRIP® HPLC Solvent GL45 Cap Assemblies

    Foxx Life Sciences PUREGRIP® HPLC Solvent Reservoir Caps and Bottle system offer the safest and most ergonomic lab safety solution in the industry. This system come with VersaCap®, a Class VI PTFE Manifold, chemically resistant Viton O-Ring & Air Inlet Valve combined with a Foxx 25mm,...

  • Foam Plugs for Test Tubes

    FOAM PLUGS FOR TEST TUBES AND LABORATORY FLASKS, INDENTI-PLUGS, Economical Open-cell, 1.45 lb. uniform-density foam Breathable and non-absorbent Use over a wide temperature range Autoclavable Chemical resistant Proven safe for algae culturing Identi-Plugs® are for use with test tubes and flasks....

  • Certified ULTRAPure Septa 11mm Crimp Caps

    MicroLiter Certified ULTRAPure Septa caps ultra-low bleed silicone inserts in 11 mm silver aluminum crimp caps are available in non-silted and silted versions. Ultra-low bleed blue/teal silicone Shore A is laminated to white PTFE film, 3 mm thick. Silver aluminum crimp caps are lacquer coated....

  • Spec-Caps®

    SPEX SamplePrep

    Shallow, thin-walled aluminum cap for reinforcing XRF pellets. Commonly used in the production of pressed power sample disks for XRF but also used for OES and other analytical techniques. Forms the bottom and sides of the finished pellet. Features Makes sample disks easier to remove from the pellet...

  • 20mm Extended Controlled Dropper Tips

    DWK Life Sciences (Wheaton)

    Tip made of LDPE (Low Density Polyethylene) Extended controlled dropper tip dispenses one drop at a time Average drop size is 44uL

  • labForce® Screw Cap with Tether and O-Ring, Opaque Orange

    labForce® (powered by Thomas Scientific)
  • F217 & PTFE Lined Green Thermoset Caps

    Green Thermoset F217 & PTFE Lined Caps are known for providing the widest range of chemical compatibility and for being the most temperature tolerant of plastic closures. The color green easily identifies the PTFE liner system. Foam backed PTFE liners resist attack from virtually all chemicals...

  • Pulp/Vinyl Lined Black Phenolic Caps

    Phenolic Pulp/Vinyl Lined Caps are perfect for general use. The liner is made of a vinyl coating applied to high density polyethylene coated paper and then it is laminated to pulpboard. This general purpose liner is commonly used for food, beverage, medical and chemical applications packed at less...

  • Open-Top Black Phenolic Screw Thread Caps without Liners

    Open top closures with excellent chemical resistance Specially formulated phenolic resin to withstand the effects of repeated autoclaving Linerless Identified in ASTM Specification E982, Class A requirements

  • Silicone Sponge Closure, 13-18mm

    For use with 18mm screw necks, 13-18mm Culture Tubes, 18-25mm Culture Tubes, 38mm Culture Tubes, 25-50ml Erlenmeyer Flasks, 125-300ml Erlenmeyer Flasks, 500-1000ml Erlenmeyer Flasks, 25-125ml DeLong Flasks and 250-6000ml DeLong Flasks. Sealed-in Silic

  • Double threaded caps for 5ml sample collection tubes, Natural, Sterile, 1000/pk, 10000/cs

    Ensure the integrity of your samples with these sterile, double threaded caps designed specifically for 5ml sample collection tubes. Made from natural, durable material, the caps provide a secure fit, minimizing the risk of leakage or contamination. They are sold in bulk packs of 1000, with 10000...

  • Test Tube Stopper Caps

    Caplugs Evergreen®

    Polyethylene test tube stopper caps are precision-molded and available in either our standard or flat-top style.  Stopper caps are available for every size of Caplugs Evergreen test tube from 8 mm to 17 mm.  Standard version is available in a wide variety of colors and flat-top version is...

  • PTFE Faced Silicone Septa 32mm

    Open top caps are ideal for applications requiring addition/withdrawal of vessel contents. Autoclavable to 140ºC.

  • Encapsulated Kit, Includes Indium and Zinc

    Encapsulated Kit, Includes Indium and Zinc Designed for precision and reliability, the Encapsulated Kit includes both indium and zinc for a wide array of research applications. This specialized kit ensures safe handling and accurate results, making it an essential tool for professionals in various...

  • 8mm Crimp Seals

    MicroLiter

    MicroLiter offers products for both LC and GC applications.

  • 33-400 CAP, PP WHT, FMD PE LNR

    DWK Life Sciences (Wheaton)

    Ideal for a variety of laboratory applications, this white polypropylene cap is designed to provide a secure fit for a 33-400 neck size bottle. Its robust construction ensures durability and reliability for long-term use. The cap also features a foam polyethylene liner, which serves as an excellent...

  • Plug Caps

    Globe Scientific

    These polyethylene (PE) plug caps are designed in 11mm, 12mm, 16mm and 17mm sizes and are available in a selection of colors for sample identification.

  • 58-400 Redi-Cap, PP White, Fmd PE Liner

    DWK Life Sciences (Wheaton)

    Use these caps with WHEATON or other manufacturers# glass bottles or vials White polypropylene screw cap provides clear surface for writing on cap Foamed polyethylene liner provides chemical resistance for acids, alkalis, solvents, alcohols, oils, household cosmetics and aqueous products Liner...

  • 45 MM CAP, PBT, PTFE LNR

    DWK Life Sciences (Wheaton)

    With PTFE faced silicone liner 45mm screw thread Withstands temperatures up to 200C Autoclavable

  • GL Caps with Aperture

    Open top cap for use with GL screw threads. The cap combined with the CG-197 sealing ring will accommodate tubing of the listed diameter. Cap is made from PBT (thermoplastic polyester) and will withstand temperatures from -45 to 200°C.

  • 24-410 CAP, PP WHT, FMD PE LNR

    DWK Life Sciences (Wheaton)

    24-410 CAP, PP WHT, FMD PE LNR

  • Universal Fit Plug Caps

    Globe Scientific

    Universal plug stopper fits most 10mm, 12mm, 13mm & 16mm tubes. Produced from polyethylene (PE), the caps are available in 7 different colors.

  • Open Hole Polypropylene Caps

    In addition to our standard black and white caps, we now offer our VOA Vial caps in a variety of Spring colors. This is an ideal way of color coding your samples.

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What is a test tube cap?

A test tube cap is a closure used to seal the opening of a test tube, protecting its contents from contamination, evaporation, or spillage. These caps can be made from various materials, such as plastic, rubber, or silicone, and come in different designs, including snap-on, screw-on, or push-in types.

What is a septum on a bottle?

A septum on a bottle is a rubber or silicone seal typically fitted into the cap or closure of the bottle. It allows a syringe or needle to access the contents without fully opening the bottle, preserving a sterile environment and preventing contamination. Septa are commonly used in lab bottles or vials to store sensitive materials, such as reagents, chemicals, or biological samples. The septum reseals after the needle puncture and ensures the contents remain uncontaminated even after multiple uses.

What do test tubes with screw caps do?

Test tubes with screw caps securely seal the contents inside, providing a tight closure that prevents leakage, contamination, evaporation, or spillage. Screw caps create a strong seal, making test tubes ideal for storing, transporting, and mixing liquid or solid samples. Lab and healthcare professionals use them when handling volatile, sensitive, or hazardous substances, as the cap helps maintain the sample's integrity and prevents exposure to the external environment.