Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) Syringe Filters - SF15623
Featuring hydrophobic PTFE membrane technology with 0.45µm pore size for reliable clarification and particle removal from aggressive solvent systems. Intermediate 17mm diameter filters balance efficient 20ml flow rates with minimal holdup volume for versatile laboratory applications. Polypropylene housing construction ensures chemical compatibility at pressures up to 87psi across diverse analytical protocols.
Key Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) Membrane Characteristics
- Hydrophobic membrane design effectively clarifies organic solvents, acids, and bases without chemical interaction
- Precision 0.45µm pore size removes particles, suspended solids, and microbial cells from sample solutions
- Exceptional chemical resistance from strong carbon-fluorine bonds maintains integrity in caustic environments
- Membrane thickness of 80-140µm optimizes flow characteristics while ensuring consistent particle retention
- Autoclavable at 121°C for 30 minutes or gamma sterilizable at 25kGy for contamination-free processing
Key Construction Characteristics
- Polypropylene housing provides broad chemical compatibility with organic and inorganic solvents
- Intermediate 17mm diameter with 1.65cm² filtration area, ideal for medium-volume sample processing
- Low holdup volume of 20µl minimizes sample loss while maintaining practical handling characteristics
- Luer-Lok/Luer Slip dual connection system ensures secure attachment to various syringe sizes
SF15623 filters optimize your analytical workflow with a balanced 20ml flow rate that accommodates both speed and precision requirements. Burst pressure rating of 87psi ensures reliable performance under standard laboratory conditions while your samples maintain stability at operating temperatures up to 60°C. Bubble point verification at 7.25psi using absolute ethyl alcohol confirms uniform pore distribution for reproducible clarification results.
For more information about chemical and material compatibility, please review our Chemical Compatibility Chart.
- Bubble Point (psi)
- 7.25(absolute ethyl alcohol )
- Burst Pressure (psi)
- 87psi.
- Connection Type
- Luer-Lok/ Luer Slip
- Construction
- PP
- Diameter
- 17mm
- Filtration Area
- 1.65cm²
- Flow Rate
- 20ml
- Holdup Volume
- 20μL
- 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)
- 0.45
- Sterility
- NonSterile
- Sterilization
- Autoclave 121°C for 30min/ Gamma 25kGy
- Volume Throughput (ml)
- 20ml
- Wetability
- Hydrophobic
- General Sample Clarification - Removes particles and suspended solids from organic solvents, protecting analytical equipment
- HPLC Sample Preparation - Eliminates particulates, preventing column blockage and extending chromatography system lifetime
- Cell Culture Clarification - Removes cells and large debris from culture supernatants for protein analysis applications
- Environmental Extract Processing - Clarifies organic extracts from soil and water samples for pesticide residue testing
- Pharmaceutical QC Testing - Prepares clear solutions for UV-Vis spectroscopy and dissolution testing in quality control
- Organic Synthesis Workup - Removes catalyst particles and insoluble byproducts from reaction mixtures efficiently