Cellulose Acetate (CA) Syringe Filters - SF14492
Pharmaceutical and biotechnology laboratories require ready-to-use clarification solutions that process small-volume samples rapidly while maintaining sterile handling throughout preparation workflows where contamination control remains non-negotiable. Advanced 0.45µm cellulose acetate membrane technology with integrated polypropylene prefiltration combines gamma-sterilized construction with exceptional 16ml flow rates. Hydrophilic design accommodates immediate aqueous processing, supporting versatile applications from biological sample clarification to pharmaceutical quality control where rapid particulate removal drives operational efficiency in sterile small-volume testing.
Key Cellulose Acetate Membrane Characteristics
- Ready-to-use gamma-sterilized platform eliminates preparation requirements and contamination risks associated with handling nonsterile filters before critical processing operations
- Clarification-optimized 0.45µm pore structure removes particulates from aqueous samples while maintaining rapid 16ml flow characteristics for small-volume processing workflows
- Hydrophilic membrane construction provides immediate filtration capability without pre-wetting requirements, eliminating preparation delays and accelerating throughput in routine operations
- Integrated polypropylene prefilter captures gross debris upstream of the cellulose acetate membrane, extending operational life and sustaining flow rates through samples
- Aqueous solution compatibility maintains stable operation with water-based biological fluids and pharmaceutical buffers across diverse small-volume laboratory applications
Key Construction Characteristics
- Minimal 20µL holdup volume preserves valuable samples during 1-10ml processing where every microliter directly impacts analytical accuracy and project economics
- Compact 13mm platform provides space-efficient clarification for small-volume applications with 16ml 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
Designed for your small-volume clarification requirements where sterile handling and rapid throughput drive productivity, gamma-sterilized prefiltration technology achieves processing confidence. Validated 23.2psi bubble point combined with exceptional flow characteristics and prefiltration ensures operational excellence throughout routine applications. Ready-to-use gamma-sterilized construction with minimal holdup volume supports your laboratory operations requiring dependable yet economical sterile clarification of small-volume aqueous samples.
For more information about chemical and material compatibility, please review our Chemical Compatibility Chart.
- Bubble Point (psi)
- 23.2psi
- Connection Type
- Luer-Lok/ Luer Slip
- Construction
- PP
- Diameter
- 13mm
- Filtration Area
- 1.09cm²
- Flow Rate
- 16ml
- 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)
- 0.45
- Prefilter (Yes/No)
- Yes
- Prefilter Material
- PP
- Sterility
- Sterile
- Volume Throughput (ml)
- 10ml
- Weight
- 0.40
- Wetability
- Hydrophilic
- Pharmaceutical Sample Clarification - Gamma-sterilized prefiltration removes particulates from drug formulations in sterile testing workflows
- Biological Sample Processing - Filters tissue culture fluids and protein solutions to eliminate cellular debris before downstream analysis
- HPLC Sample Preparation - Hydrophilic membrane processes analytical samples while maintaining sterile conditions throughout preparation
- Cell Culture Media Processing - Clarifies small-volume media batches with exceptional recovery through minimal holdup design
- Quality Control Testing - Ready-to-use sterile clarification for routine pharmaceutical samples requiring rapid particulate removal
- Aqueous Reagent Filtration - Immediate filtration capability handles water-based laboratory solutions without preparation steps