Cellulose Acetate (CA) Syringe Filters - SF14485
Precision 0.22µm cellulose acetate membrane technology with integrated polypropylene prefilter delivers validated bacterial retention on a compact 13mm platform, featuring 1.09cm² filtration area and autoclavable construction optimized for small-volume sterile processing applications. Hydrophilic characteristics enable immediate aqueous sample processing without pre-wetting requirements. Validated 40.6psi bubble point combined with prefiltration design supports demanding pharmaceutical quality control, biological sample preparation, and analytical workflows requiring absolute contamination control with efficient 20µL holdup for maximum sample recovery in critical small-volume applications.
Key Cellulose Acetate Membrane Characteristics
- Sterile-grade 0.22µm pore architecture provides validated bacterial retention for pharmaceutical and biological applications where contamination control throughout sample processing remains paramount
- Hydrophilic membrane platform enables immediate aqueous sample filtration without pre-wetting steps, eliminating preparation delays and accelerating workflow efficiency in routine operations
- Integrated polypropylene prefilter captures gross particulates before reaching the final membrane, extending operational life and sustaining flow rates throughout challenging sample matrices
- Broad aqueous compatibility maintains stable operation with water-based biological fluids, buffers, and pharmaceutical formulations across diverse laboratory applications
- Autoclavable construction allows users to sterilize filters in-house at 121°C for 30 minutes, supporting customized sterilization protocols and reducing inventory management complexity
Key Construction Characteristics
- Minimal 20µL holdup volume preserves valuable samples during 1-10ml processing where every microliter directly impacts analytical precision and experimental outcomes
- Compact 13mm platform provides space-efficient sterile filtration for small-volume applications with 8ml flow rate performance at 87psi maximum operating pressure
- Universal Luer-Lok/Luer Slip interface ensures compatibility with standard laboratory syringes, enabling rapid connections without specialized adapters or workflow interruptions
- Thermally stable polypropylene housing maintains reliable structural integrity up to 60°C maximum temperature for ambient and moderately elevated processing conditions
Engineered to overcome your small-volume sterile processing challenges where sample recovery cannot be compromised, cellulose acetate membrane technology delivers quality assurance. Validated 40.6psi bubble point combined with prefiltration design ensures operational confidence throughout pharmaceutical workflows. Autoclavable construction with minimal holdup volume supports your laboratory operations requiring economical yet dependable sterile filtration of critical small-volume samples.
For more information about chemical and material compatibility, please review our Chemical Compatibility Chart.
- Bubble Point (psi)
- 40.6psi
- Connection Type
- Luer-Lok/ Luer Slip
- Construction
- PP
- Diameter
- 13mm
- Filtration Area
- 1.09cm²
- Flow Rate
- 8ml
- Holdup Volume
- 20µl
- Material
- Cellulose Acetate (CA)
- Maximum Operating Pressure
- 87psi
- Maximum Operating Temperature (°C)
- 60°C
- Membrane Thickness (µm)
- 80-170μm
- Pack Count
- 100
- Pore Size (µm)
- 0.22
- Prefilter (Yes/No)
- Yes
- Prefilter Material
- PP
- Sterility
- Nonsterile
- Sterilization
- Autoclave: 121°C for 30 minutes/ Gamma: 5kg, for 8 hours
- Volume Throughput (ml)
- 10ml
- Weight
- 0.19
- Wetability
- Hydrophilic
- Pharmaceutical Sterile Filtration - Autoclavable construction removes bacteria from injectable preparations and parenteral drug formulations
- Biological Sample Sterilization - Filters heat-sensitive proteins and enzymes requiring sterile processing without thermal degradation risks
- HPLC Mobile Phase Preparation - Hydrophilic membrane processes aqueous chromatography phases while maintaining sterile analytical conditions
- Cell Culture Media Filtration - Sterilizes small-volume media batches with exceptional sample recovery through minimal holdup design
- Microbiological Quality Control - Provides economical sterile filtration for routine assurance samples requiring validated bacterial retention
- Aqueous Reagent Processing - Immediate filtration capability handles water-based laboratory reagents without pre-wetting preparation