Qualitative Filter Paper - 5230-150
Separating precipitates from analytical solutions requires a cellulose matrix with the right balance of retention and flow rate. Controlled fiber density produces documented flow rate and retention characteristics that remain consistent across production lots. On this basis, consistent physical properties across the full sheet area support uniform filtration results in both gravity and vacuum applications.
Key Filter Paper Characteristics
- Standard cellulose without surface treatment delivers reliable performance for applications where chemical hardening is not required.
- Pure cellulose fiber construction delivers consistent flow rates and predictable retention for general sample clarification and preparation.
- At 123g/m² nominal basis weight, the paper provides the mass uniformity needed for reproducible gravimetric determinations.
- Compatible with standard glass and plastic filter funnels, qualitative paper integrates into existing gravity filtration setups without modification.
- Medium porosity cellulose matrix captures suspended solids while maintaining the throughput needed for efficient batch processing.
If you're transitioning from qualitative screening to quantitative gravimetric work, the documented ash content above confirms this paper's suitability. To address this, rapid wetting and uniform pore distribution reduce the setup time your operators spend preparing each filtration run. Secure your research outcomes by partnering with a filtration solution that understands your need for speed, accuracy, and reproducibility.
- Diameter
- 15cm
- Flow Speed
- Fast
- Folded/ Fluted/ Pleated
- No
- Grade
- 230
- Hardened (Yes/ No)
- No
- Material
- Cellulose Fiber
- Nominal Basis Weight (g/ m²)
- 123g/m²
- Particle Retention
- 25-30um
- Pore Size (µm)
- 25.0-30.0
- Qualitative/ Quantitative
- Qualitative
- Sterility
- Nonsterile
- Wet Strengthened (Yes/ No)
- Yes
- Wettability
- Hydrophilic
- Beverage Testing - Filters wine, beer, and juice samples before clarity and color measurements in food quality control laboratories.
- Paint and Coatings QC - Removes gels and undispersed pigment from coating samples prior to color measurement and viscosity testing.
- Enzyme Clarification - Removes particulates from enzyme solutions before activity assays in biochemistry and industrial testing.
- Lysate Clarification - Separates cellular debris from crude lysates before downstream chromatographic or electrophoretic analysis.
- Pigment Screening - Separates undispersed colorant particles from coating formulations during color development and QC testing.
- General Clarification - Removes suspended solids from aqueous solutions by gravity filtration for routine sample preparation.