Autoclaving vials?

[pep_researcher]

Has anyone tried autoclaving vials at home to re-sterilize them for reusing? How does that work, if it does?

I have some 3ml empty used vials sitting around and I want to see if I can reuse them. The metal crimp is in tact although the rubber top is exposed.

[Randy]

steam has to get inside and touch every surface under pressure and at temperature.

[pep_researcher]

@Randy So does that mean I have to fully open those vials? I think with metal crimp and rubber stopper steam won't get inside fully. Right?