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MCE Syringe Filter, 3.0um, 20mm, Threaded Double Luer Lock, Nonsterile, 100/Pk SKU: SPEC18180

Mixed Cellulose Ester (MCE) Syringe Filter - SPEC18180

The SPEC18180 delivers naturally low protein binding characteristics through its 3.0 µm mixed cellulose ester membrane that removes coarse particulates while preserving biomolecules in heavily contaminated samples. This hydrophilic cellulosic structure handles large suspended solids without the protein adsorption issues common to synthetic membranes, making it essential for protecting downstream filters and analytical instrumentation from premature fouling. Your laboratory benefits from this coarse prefiltration solution with threaded double Luer Lock connections across turbid environmental sample processing, high-density fermentation monitoring, tissue extract clarification, viscous biological fluid prefiltration, industrial fluid analysis, and pharmaceutical quality control applications requiring reliable coarse particle removal with minimal sample loss.

Key Membrane Characteristics

3.0 µm mixed cellulose ester membrane provides coarse prefiltration with naturally low protein binding for biological sample processing
3.1 cm² filtration area in the 20mm diameter configuration handles routine laboratory sample volumes efficiently
4.35 psi bubble point ensures membrane integrity, while the hydrophilic cellulosic structure enables immediate aqueous sample processing
Low extractables profile maintains solution purity during filtration of sensitive biological samples and pharmaceutical preparations
Broad chemical compatibility supports aqueous buffers, alcohols, and mild organic solvents across diverse laboratory applications

Key Construction Characteristics

Durable acrylonitrile butadiene styrene housing withstands operating pressures up to 72.5 psi with burst protection rated to 116 psi
Threaded double Luer Lock inlet and outlet connections provide secure, leak-free attachment during filtration operations
Autoclavable construction supports your in-house sterilization protocols when preparing filters for specific applications
Nonsterile configuration offers flexibility where you can sterilize filters before use or employ them for routine sample preparation

Your coarse prefiltration workflows gain reliability from the mixed cellulose ester composition that naturally resists protein adsorption during particle removal. The 3.1 cm² filtration area processes routine laboratory sample volumes appropriately while the 3.0 µm pore size handles heavily particulate samples that would compromise finer membranes. Threaded double Luer Lock connections maintain secure attachment during processing while autoclavable construction and hydrophilic membrane chemistry support diverse applications across pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and environmental testing laboratories.

For more information about chemical and material compatibility, please review our Chemical Compatibility Chart.