Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) Syringe Filters - SF17030
Featuring hydrophobic PTFE membrane technology with 1.0µm pore size for precise filtration of microscale samples in aggressive solvent systems. Ultra-compact 4mm diameter filters minimize sample loss with just 1µl holdup volume while ensuring effective removal of fine particulates. Polypropylene housing construction maintains chemical compatibility at pressures up to 87psi for reliable microscale applications.
Key Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) Membrane Characteristics
- Hydrophobic membrane design effectively filters organic solvents, acids, and bases without chemical interaction
- Precision 1.0µm pore size removes fine particles, suspended solids, and microbial contaminants from samples
- Exceptional chemical resistance from strong carbon-fluorine bonds maintains stability in caustic environments
- Membrane thickness of 80-140µm optimizes retention efficiency while maintaining flow for ultra-small volumes
- Autoclavable at 121°C for 30 minutes or gamma sterilizable at 25kGy for contamination-free processing
Key Construction Characteristics
- Polypropylene housing ensures broad chemical compatibility with organic and inorganic solvents
- Microscale 4mm diameter with 0.125cm² filtration area, ideal for ultra-low volume applications
- Industry-leading 1µl holdup volume maximizes recovery of expensive or irreplaceable samples
- Luer-Lok/Luer Slip dual connection compatibility works with precision syringes and microvolume systems
SF17030 filters excel in your most precious sample applications with an industry-leading 1µl holdup volume that virtually eliminates sample loss. Flow rate of 2ml accommodates careful, controlled filtration while the 1ml throughput capacity handles multiple microscale preparations. Bubble point verification at 4.35psi using absolute ethyl alcohol confirms membrane integrity for your critical fine particulate removal requirements.
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
- 4mm
- Filtration Area
- 0.125cm²
- Flow Rate
- 2ml
- Holdup Volume
- 1μL
- 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
- 200
- Pore Size (µm)
- 1
- Sterility
- NonSterile
- Sterilization
- Autoclave 121°C for 30min/ Gamma 25kGy
- Volume Throughput (ml)
- 1ml
- Wetability
- Hydrophobic
- Microscale Sample Clarification - Removes fine particles from microliters of precious reagents and analytical standards
- NMR Sample Preparation - Clarifies deuterated solvents and expensive labeled compounds for spectroscopy studies
- High-Value API Processing - Filters costly active pharmaceutical ingredients, minimizing material loss in development
- Mass Spectrometry Prep - Eliminates particulates from LC-MS samples, preventing ion source contamination issues
- Protein Crystal Solutions - Clarifies crystallization buffers and protein solutions for structural biology research
- Analytical Method Development - Prepares limited-volume samples for method validation and optimization studies