Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) Syringe Filters - SF15172
Featuring hydrophobic PTFE membrane technology with 1.0µm pore size for reliable particle removal and sample clarification in aggressive solvent systems. Standard 25mm diameter filters deliver efficient 70ml flow rates while maintaining consistent retention of fine particulates and suspended matter. Polypropylene housing construction ensures robust performance at pressures up to 87psi across diverse laboratory applications.
Key Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) Membrane Characteristics
- Hydrophobic membrane design effectively filters organic solvents, acids, and bases without chemical degradation
- Precision 1.0µm pore size removes fine particles, suspended solids, and microbial contaminants from samples
- Exceptional chemical resistance from strong carbon-fluorine bonds maintains integrity in caustic environments
- Membrane thickness of 80-140µm balances optimal flow rates with superior particle retention capabilities
- Autoclavable at 121°C for 30 minutes or gamma sterilizable at 25kGy for contamination-free processing
Key Construction Characteristics
- Polypropylene housing material provides broad chemical compatibility with aggressive solvents and reagents
- Standard 25mm diameter offers 4.08cm² filtration area for efficient processing of routine sample volumes
- Low holdup volume of 100µl minimizes sample loss, preserving valuable analytes and limited samples
- Luer-Lok/Luer Slip dual connection system ensures secure attachment to all standard syringe types
SF15172 filters optimize your sample preparation with a 70ml flow rate that balances throughput with exceptional particle retention. Burst pressure rating of 87psi ensures reliable performance under standard laboratory conditions while your samples maintain integrity at operating temperatures up to 60°C. Bubble point verification at 4.35psi using absolute ethyl alcohol confirms a consistent membrane pore structure for reproducible filtration results.
For more information about chemical and material compatibility, please review our Chemical Compatibility Chart.
- Bubble Point (psi)
- 4.35(absolute ethyl alcohol )
- Burst Pressure (psi)
- 87psi.
- Connection Type
- Luer-Lok/ Luer Slip
- Construction
- PP
- Diameter
- 25mm
- Filtration Area
- 4.08cm²
- Flow Rate
- 70ml
- Holdup Volume
- 100μL
- Incompatibility
- Aqueous samples without rewetting
- Material
- Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)
- Maximum Operating Pressure
- 87psi
- Maximum Operating Temperature (°C)
- 60°C
- Membrane Thickness (µm)
- 80-140μm
- Pack Count
- 100
- Pore Size (µm)
- 1
- Sterility
- NonSterile
- Sterilization
- Autoclave 121°C for 30min/ Gamma 25kGy
- Volume Throughput (ml)
- 100ml
- Wetability
- Hydrophobic
- Sample Clarification - Removes fine particles and suspended matter from organic solvents, protecting analytical instruments
- HPLC Sample Preparation - Eliminates sub-2µm particles, preventing column blockage and extending chromatography lifetime
- Particulate Analysis Prep - Filters samples for particle counting and size distribution analysis in quality control
- Cell Culture Media Filtration - Clarifies serum-containing media, removing protein aggregates and cellular debris
- Pharmaceutical Prefiltration - Prepares drug solutions for final sterilization by removing larger bioburden particles
- Environmental Sample Processing - Clarifies organic extracts from soil and water samples for pesticide analysis