Green Snap Cap for Recapping 13mm Tubes Bag of 1000
GBO (Greiner Bio-One)
Injection & InfusionTube closure / blood collection accessory
Certifications
- Laboratory accessory produced by Greiner Bio One in accordance with applicable quality and manufacturing standards for in vitro diagnostic accessories.
- Non Sterile disposable product intended for professional laboratory use.
- Laboratory accessory produced by Greiner Bio One in accordance with applicable quality and manufacturing standards for in vitro diagnostic accessories.
- Non Sterile disposable product intended for professional laboratory use.
Tube closure / blood collection accessory
Description
The Green Snap Cap for Recapping 13mm Tubes (item 371517) is a non-sterile laboratory tube closure from Greiner Bio-One, designed specifically for recapping 13 mm blood collection and test tubes. These green VACUETTE snap caps provide a secure push-fit seal on compatible 13 mm tubes, helping to prevent spills, leakage and contamination during handling, storage, transport and centrifugation. Supplied by Medisave as a bag of 1000 caps, they are ideal for high-throughput clinical laboratories and phlebotomy departments.
Bnefits
- Purpose-designed snap cap for recapping 13 mm blood collection and laboratory tubes.
- Color-coded (green) for easy visual sample and cap identification within the laboratory.
- Secure closure helps prevent leakage, spillage and aerosol generation during handling and centrifugation.
- Non-sterile, disposable design suitable for routine laboratory workflows.
- Supplied in bulk (bag of 1000) to support high-volume laboratory use and efficient stock management.
- Compatible with VACUETTE and other standard 13 mm tubes designed for snap-cap recapping.
Indications
- Recapping 13 mm evacuated blood collection tubes after sampling.
- Recapping 13 mm glass or plastic test tubes used in clinical, research or diagnostic laboratories.
- Use in pre-analytical workflows to minimise risk of spills, contamination and sample mix-ups.
- Situations requiring colour-coded tube closures for sample identification (green caps).
Composition
- Tube closure type: snap cap for 13 mm tubes.
- Colour: green.
- Sterility: non-sterile.
- Form: disposable plastic cap for single-patient/sample use.
- Exact polymer: not explicitly specified by manufacturer for this reference; comparable snap caps are typically produced from low-density polyethylene (LDPE) or similar laboratory-grade plastic.
Formulation
- Non-sterile, disposable tube closure (snap cap).
- Designed for 13 mm diameter tubes (recapping only, not original closure).
- VACUETTE accessory item no. 371517.
Packaging
- Inner pack: bag of 1000 green snap caps for 13 mm tubes.
- Typical manufacturer packing unit: 5000 caps per outer carton (5 inner packs of 1000), with Medisave supplying bags of 1000.
- Packaged for laboratory use, with product code 371517 clearly indicated for traceability.
Usage
- Intended for use by trained laboratory or healthcare personnel.
- Select a clean, undamaged green snap cap from the bag using appropriate laboratory hygiene practices (e.g. gloves).
- Align the cap with the open end of a compatible 13 mm tube.
- Press firmly until the cap snaps into place and a secure seal is achieved around the tube rim.
- Verify that the cap is fully seated and the tube is leak-tight before centrifugation, transport or storage.
- To remove, grip the cap and lift it off the tube with a controlled motion, following local safety procedures to avoid splashes or aerosols.
- Discard used caps as appropriate laboratory waste; do not reuse caps between different samples.
- Do not autoclave unless confirmed compatible by local validation, as standard snap caps of this type are typically not intended for autoclaving.
Contraindications
- Do not use on tubes with a diameter other than 13 mm.
- Do not use if caps are visibly damaged, deformed or contaminated.
- Not suitable where sterile closures are required, as the product is non-sterile.
- Avoid reuse of caps between different tubes or patients to prevent cross-contamination.
- Use only with tubes compatible with snap-cap recapping as per laboratory protocol.
Adverse Effects
- Potential for sample leakage or aerosol formation if the cap is not properly seated or if the tube is overfilled.
- Risk of cross-contamination if caps are reused or handled without appropriate laboratory hygiene.
- Minor risk of splash or aerosol when removing caps if inadequate precautions are taken.
- Mechanical tube damage or cap deformation if excessive force is applied during application or removal.
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and excessive heat.
- Keep caps in their original bag or a clean, closed container to protect from dust and laboratory contaminants.
- Avoid exposure to aggressive chemicals or solvents that may degrade the plastic.
- Observe any expiry or recommended use-by date on the packaging, where provided.
- Keep out of reach of unauthorised personnel and children.
Duration
Not applicable; this is a laboratory accessory used for sample tube closure and is applied for as long as the tube needs to remain sealed.
Onset
Immediate mechanical effect on tube closure upon snapping the cap into place; no pharmacological effect.
