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PTFE Syringe Filters, 5.0um, 20mm, Threaded Double Luer Lock, ABS Housing, Sterile, 100/Pk SKU: SPEC18151

Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) Syringe Filters - SPEC18151

Addressing persistent challenges in aggressive solvent prefiltration while maintaining sterile device integrity, these specialized 5.0µm polytetrafluoroethylene membrane filters provide reliable solutions for coarse particle removal from harsh chemical environments. Advanced hydrophobic membrane technology delivers consistent prefiltration performance while withstanding exposure to aggressive organic solvents and corrosive media that degrade conventional filtration materials. Technical innovation through gamma-sterilized construction with compact 20mm diameter ABS housing ensures dependable coarse filtration throughout demanding pharmaceutical manufacturing and chemical processing applications.

Key Polytetrafluoroethylene Membrane Characteristics

• Hydrophobic membrane surface requires pre-wetting with compatible organic solvents before processing aqueous solutions, ensuring proper flow initiation and coarse filtration performance
• Outstanding chemical resistance maintains integrity when exposed to aggressive laboratory chemicals, including concentrated acids, strong bases, and reactive organic compounds
• Large 5.0µm pore openings efficiently capture coarse particles and debris while maintaining rapid flow rates through viscous and challenging chemical matrices
• Extremely low protein binding characteristics preserve sample composition and prevent fouling during processing of complex pharmaceutical and biological formulations
• Superior mechanical durability withstands high differential pressures without compromising coarse filtration performance or membrane reliability under demanding conditions

Key Construction Characteristics

• Robust ABS housing construction provides exceptional chemical resistance and maintains structural integrity across demanding chemical processing applications
• Compact 20mm diameter with specialized 3.1cm² filtration area reduces time by providing adequate membrane surface for coarse filtration workflows
• Threaded double luer lock design creates secure connections and prevents leakage during high-pressure processing of aggressive chemical solutions
• Reliable performance ensured through 116psi burst pressure specification provides operational confidence under demanding conditions and elevated pressures

Designed to overcome your most challenging prefiltration obstacles in sterile processing environments, these gamma-sterilized filters provide reliable coarse particle removal while maintaining chemical resistance under harsh conditions. Advanced polytetrafluoroethylene membrane technology ensures consistent prefiltration results with contamination-free device integrity, supporting your manufacturing objectives with superior chemical compatibility and dependable filtration performance throughout demanding pharmaceutical and chemical applications.

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

Sterile

Wetability

Hydrophobic

• Chemical Prefiltration - Removes coarse particles from aggressive solvents, protecting downstream fine filtration equipment and analytical systems
• Pharmaceutical Processing - Clarifies drug formulations and chemical intermediates in sterile environments, ensuring contamination-free handling
• Equipment Protection - Prevents damage to pumps, valves, and analytical instruments by eliminating coarse particles from chemical feed streams
• Solvent Purification - Filters analytical grade chemicals and laboratory reagents while maintaining sterile device integrity and sample purity
• Manufacturing Quality Control - Removes visible contaminants from chemical formulations, ensuring product clarity and regulatory compliance standards
• Research Applications - Facilitates routine prefiltration in chemical laboratories processing diverse organic compounds and reaction products