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PTFE Syringe Filters, 5.0um, 20mm, Threaded Double Luer Lock, ABS Housing, Nonsterile, 100/Pk SKU: SPEC18146

Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) Syringe Filters - SPEC18146

Featuring robust 5.0µm polytetrafluoroethylene membrane technology optimized for coarse particle removal applications requiring exceptional chemical resistance and reliable prefiltration performance. Superior hydrophobic membrane properties deliver consistent gross filtration results while protecting downstream analytical equipment from damaging contamination. Compact 20mm diameter construction with durable ABS housing ensures reliable operation under demanding laboratory conditions across pharmaceutical, chemical, and research applications.

Key Polytetrafluoroethylene Membrane Characteristics

• Hydrophobic membrane surface requires pre-wetting with appropriate organic solvents before processing aqueous samples, ensuring optimal flow characteristics
• Outstanding chemical inertness resists degradation from aggressive laboratory solvents, including acids, bases, alcohols, and aromatic compounds
• Large 5.0µm pore openings efficiently capture coarse particles and debris while maintaining rapid flow rates through challenging sample matrices
• Extremely low protein binding maintains sample purity and prevents adsorptive losses during the processing of valuable pharmaceutical and biological compounds
• Superior mechanical durability withstands high differential pressures and provides reliable performance throughout extended filtration cycles

Key Construction Characteristics

• Robust ABS housing construction provides exceptional chemical resistance and maintains structural integrity across temperature variations up to 80°C
• Compact 20mm diameter with optimized 3.1cm² filtration area minimizes loss while providing adequate membrane surface for efficient sample processing
• Threaded double luer lock design creates secure, leak-resistant connections during the processing of aggressive chemical solutions under pressure
• Burst pressure capability of 116psi ensures structural integrity when handling demanding applications involving viscous samples and elevated pressures

Engineered to handle your most demanding chemical prefiltration challenges, these precision filters provide dependable coarse filtration performance while maintaining membrane integrity under harsh chemical conditions. Advanced polytetrafluoroethylene technology ensures consistent particle removal and reliable operation, supporting your analytical workflows with superior chemical resistance and structural durability.

For more information about chemical and material compatibility, please review our Chemical Compatibility Chart.

Burst Pressure (psi)

116psi

Connection Type

Double Luer Lock

Construction

Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)

Diameter

20mm

Filtration Area

3.1cm²

Material

Polytetraflouroethylene (PTFE)

Maximum Operating Pressure

72.5psi

Maximum Operating Temperature (°C)

80℃

Pack Count

100

Pore Size (µm)

5

Sterility

Nonsterile

Wetability

Hydrophobic

• Coarse Prefiltration - Removes large particles from aggressive solvents, protecting downstream fine filtration equipment and analytical systems
• Chemical Sample Prep - Clarifies organic synthesis products and pharmaceutical intermediates before further processing and analysis
• Solvent Purification - Eliminates gross contamination from laboratory reagents and analytical grade chemicals, ensuring consistent performance
• Aggressive Media Processing - Filters corrosive solutions and harsh chemicals that would damage conventional membrane materials and housings
• Quality Control Testing - Removes visible particles from manufacturing samples and ensures sample clarity for regulatory compliance requirements
• Research Applications - Facilitates routine prefiltration in chemical laboratories processing diverse organic compounds and reaction products