Tritium Vials

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Imported from Switzerland

Always On.

Zero Power.

Self-powered tritium vials. No batteries. No charging. Just pure, self-sustained light for up to 25 years.

Price is for 1 UNIT

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25 Years

Max Glow Lifespan

Gradually dims over decades, never stops

8

Tritium Colors

Green to purple, each with unique brightness

Swiss Origin

Directly imported, strict quality control

What EDC Enthusiasts Say

★★★★★

"Green is incredibly bright in the dark. Way beyond my expectations."

— J.M., Texas

★★★★★

"Installed ice blue on my Q1 V2. Looks absolutely stunning at night."

— R.K., UK

★★★★★

"Still glowing strong after 2 years. Best EDC upgrade I've made."

— T.S., Australia

★★★★★

"Swiss quality you can see. Literally. In complete darkness."

— D.W., Canada

How Tritium Tubes Work

Inside each sealed glass vial, tritium excites a phosphor coating to create a steady glow. The result is always-on illumination with no battery or charging required.

Tritium gas (H-3)

β-decay electrons

Phosphor coating on inner wall

Tritium Sealed in Glass

Hydrogen-3 isotope undergoes natural beta decay, releasing low-energy electrons

Electrons Excite Phosphor

Beta particles strike the thin phosphor coating on the inner glass wall

Steady Continuous Glow

Phosphor emits a constant visible light for up to 25 years — no external energy needed

When sealed, tritium vials are safe to handle. Their beta radiation is too weak to penetrate the glass vial and is easily blocked by paper. Similar light sources are commonly used in watches, exit signs, and aviation instruments.

Why Tritium

Zero Power. Pure Light.

Beta decay of hydrogen-3 produces a self-sustained glow. No charging, no batteries, no UV activation — ever.

Self-Powered

Generates its own light through natural radioactive decay, 24/7, for decades.

Mil-Spec Heritage

Trusted in aviation, military optics, and aerospace where darkness is the norm.

Swiss Precision

Manufactured in Switzerland under strict quality control. Directly imported.

Sealed & Safe

Hermetically sealed borosilicate glass with phosphor coating. Maintenance-free.

8 Colors Available

Choose Your Glow

Each color has a distinct brightness. Green is the brightest and most popular for maximum visibility.

Green

Ice Blue

Yellow

Orange

Red

White

Pink

Purple

Green —

Ice Blue —

Perceived Brightness

Among the standard colors, green is perceived by the human eye as the brightest. Due to differences in visual perception, the other colors appear dimmer by the following amounts. For maximum visibility in low light, Green and Yellow are the strongest choices.

Green100%

Yellow90%

White60%

Orange50%

Ice Blue40%

Pink20%

Red20%

Purple15%

Specifications

Two Sizes. One Standard.

Choose the vial that fits your Antdesign product or custom project.

∅1.5 × 6 mm Best for Small Slots

Compact — ideal for keychain slots & small tools

∅3 × 22.5 mm Brighter Glow

Larger vial — stronger illumination, fits bigger cavities

Compatibility

Choose the Right Size for Your Product

Match the tritium vial size to your Antdesign EDC product.

Care & Handling

Inspect with Confidence

We stand behind the quality of every vial we ship. Here's how to verify yours on arrival.

✓ Quick Inspection Guide

1Find a completely dark space, such as a closet or bathroom with all lights off.

2Open the package and inspect the tritium tube immediately on the delivery date.

3Place the item in total darkness and allow your eyes to adjust for about 30 seconds.

4An intact tritium tube should glow on its own and does not require any light charging.

5If the tube does not glow or has any defect, you must contact us by email no later than the end of the day following delivery. Photos of the defective tube must be provided together with the original packaging. Delivery time shall be determined solely by the carrier's tracking information and delivery confirmation record. Claims reported after this deadline will not be accepted.

★ Our Quality Promise

Every vial is inspected before shipping. To protect both parties, the item must be inspected immediately upon opening the package on the delivery date and checked in a completely dark environment. The delivery date and time shall be determined solely by the carrier's tracking information and delivery confirmation record. Any issue must be reported to us by email no later than the end of the day following delivery. Claims reported after this deadline will not be accepted.

Please note: Tritium vials are glass and inherently delicate. Once a tube has been handled for installation, test-fitted, or installed, no warranty, replacement, refund, or compensation will be provided — regardless of the condition. We strongly recommend inspecting every vial in complete darkness before any use or installation.

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Free Installation Available

Ordering a tritium vial with an Antdesign product? Leave a note with your order specifying the color sequence, and we'll install it for you — no extra charge.

Light That Never
Runs Out.

Swiss-made tritium. No batteries. No charging. Just decades of glow.

From $8.90

per vial · price varies by size & color

Add to Cart — From $8.90

Swiss Imported Up to 25 Years of Glow Ships Worldwide