Featuring binderless borosilicate glass microfiber technology delivering high-efficiency particulate retention with 1.50µm pore size for precise suspended solids analysis. EPA Methods 2540C and 2540D compliant construction provides validated performance for dissolved and suspended solids testing in water and wastewater matrices. Ultra-pure glass fiber composition eliminates extractable contaminants that could interfere with gravimetric determinations, while exceptional wet strength withstands aggressive filtration protocols during environmental compliance testing.
Key Glass Microfiber Membrane Characteristics
- Binderless borosilicate construction eliminates organic extractables that could compromise analytical accuracy in trace solids determinations
- 1.50µm particle retention efficiency captures suspended particulates including silt, clay, organic wastes, and inorganic precipitates
- High-efficiency HEPA-type filtration performance delivers superior particle retention while maintaining optimal flow characteristics
- Superior wet strength maintains membrane integrity during extended filtration cycles and handling procedures
- Hydrophobic surface chemistry prevents membrane swelling and dimensional changes during aqueous sample processing
Key Construction Characteristics
- 110mm diameter accommodates standard filtration apparatus and EPA-specified sample volumes for regulatory compliance testing
- High flow rate with exceptional loading capacity accelerates sample processing while maintaining filtration efficiency
- Ultra-low ash content minimizes interference in gravimetric analysis and ensures accurate mass determinations
- Consistent pore structure delivers reproducible results across multiple sample batches and analytical runs
- Temperature stability withstands drying cycles at 103-105°C required by EPA Method 2540D protocols without degradation
LE-TSS1100 filters achieve exceptional performance for total suspended solids analysis, delivering the precision and reliability required for environmental compliance monitoring. Outstanding chemical compatibility with aqueous matrices maximizes analytical flexibility when processing drinking water, surface water, and wastewater samples. EPA Methods 2540C and 2540D validation transforms these filters into reference-grade analytical media, providing performance assurance for your critical dissolved solids determinations, membrane support applications, HPLC eluent clarification, and moisture analysis protocols demanding both regulatory compliance and certified analytical accuracy.
2 EPA Method 2540D - Total Suspended Solids: https://www.epa.gov/esam/epa-method-2540d-total-suspended-solids-dried-103-105degc
- Ahlstrom Equivalent
- 1610-1100
- Diameter
- 110mm
- Environmental Express Equivalent
- FG85102MM
- Grade
- TSS
- Material
- Glass Fiber (GF)
- Pack Count
- 100
- Pall Equivalent
- 60115
- Pore Size (µm)
- 1.5
- Sartorius Equivalent
- FT-3-1106-110
- Sterility
- Nonsterile
- Weight
- 0.562
- Wetability
- Hydrophobic