Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) Syringe Filters - SF18251
Featuring hydrophobic PTFE membrane technology with a 5.0µm pore size in pre-sterilized packaging for efficient prefiltration of aggressive solvents. The coarse pore structure removes large particulates and precipitates, effectively protecting downstream analytical systems and finer membrane stages. Polypropylene housing withstands pressures up to 87psi, ensuring reliable performance across diverse solvent systems.
Key Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) Membrane Characteristics
- Hydrophobic membrane design effectively prefilters organic solvents, acids, and bases without chemical degradation
- Coarse 5.0µm pore size removes large particles, precipitates, and visible contaminants from sample solutions
- Pre-sterilized by gamma irradiation prevents the introduction of contaminants during critical laboratory applications
- Superior chemical resistance from strong carbon-fluorine bonds maintains integrity in aggressive solvent systems
- Membrane thickness of 80-140µm provides optimal flow characteristics for high-throughput sample processing
Key Construction Characteristics
- Polypropylene housing ensures broad chemical compatibility with organic and inorganic solvents
- Standard 25mm diameter offers 4.08cm² filtration area for efficient processing of routine sample volumes
- Holdup volume of 100µL balances sample recovery with practical handling for standard applications
- Luer-Lok/Luer Slip dual connection system accommodates all standard syringe configurations
SF18251 filters facilitate contamination-free handling with pre-sterilized packaging that is ready for immediate use. The coarse pore structure processes high-volume samples rapidly while removing particles that would otherwise compromise finer filtration stages. Process samples at temperatures up to 60°C without membrane degradation, while the 1.45psi bubble point verification (using absolute ethyl alcohol) confirms consistent pore structure across your filtration runs.
For more information about chemical and material compatibility, please review our Chemical Compatibility Chart.
- Bubble Point (psi)
- 1.45(absolute ethyl alcohol)
- Burst Pressure (psi)
- 87psi.
- Connection Type
- Luer-Lok/Luer Slip
- Construction
- PP
- Diameter
- 25mm
- Filtration Area
- 4.08cm²
- Flow Rate
- 240ml
- 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)
- 5.0
- Sterility
- Sterile
- Volume Throughput (ml)
- 100ml
- Weight
- 0.88
- Wetability
- Hydrophobic
- Coarse Prefiltration - Removes large particles and precipitates that would clog downstream 0.22µm filters in multi-stage processing workflows
- Viscous Sample Processing - Handles high-viscosity oils, polymers, and concentrated solutions where coarse particle removal precedes fine filtration
- Cell Culture Prep - Removes visible precipitates from serum-containing media before final filtration, extending membrane life in tissue culture
- Precipitate Removal - Clarifies crystallized solutions from organic synthesis, where aggressive solvents require chemically resistant filtration
- Pharmaceutical Compounds - Removes undissolved excipients from formulations before downstream processing in small molecule drug development
- Environmental Extracts - Prefilters particulate-laden soil and water samples, protecting analytical equipment from coarse contamination