Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) Syringe Filters - SPEC18152
Built with precision 0.22µm hydrophilic-treated polytetrafluoroethylene membrane technology engineered for critical fine filtration use cases requiring exceptional chemical resistance combined with aqueous sample compatibility. Advanced membrane processing eliminates traditional PTFE pre-wetting requirements while delivering efficient particulate retention essential for pharmaceutical manufacturing and biotechnology applications. Superior construction utilizing ISO-grade manufacturing quality standards ensures reliable performance throughout demanding laboratory and production environments.
Key Polytetrafluoroethylene Membrane Characteristics
- Specialized hydrophilic treatment eliminates pre-wetting requirements, enabling direct processing of aqueous samples and organic solvents
- Outstanding chemical inertness maintains integrity when exposed to aggressive pharmaceutical solvents, strong acids, and caustic bases
- Critical 0.22µm pore architecture ensures retention of sub-micron particulates while permitting efficient filtration of heat-sensitive compounds
- Extremely low protein binding maintains biomolecule integrity and prevents adsorptive losses during the processing of valuable biological preparations
- Superior mechanical durability withstands high differential pressures without compromising filtration performance or membrane reliability
Key Construction Characteristics
- Lightweight polypropylene housing construction delivers broad chemical compatibility and maintains dimensional stability across temperature ranges up to 80°C
- Standard 25mm diameter with 4.9cm² filtration area optimizes yield by providing maximum membrane surface for filtration applications
- Double luer lock interface creates secure, leak-resistant connections, preventing sample loss during critical filtration procedures
- Robust burst pressure rating of 116psi ensures structural integrity for demanding applications involving elevated pressures
Engineered to deliver your most demanding filtration requirements, these specialty filters combine the chemical resistance advantages of PTFE with hydrophilic processing convenience. Advanced membrane technology eliminates pre-wetting complications while maintaining reliable particle elimination, supporting your processing objectives with superior chemical compatibility and operational simplicity
For more information about chemical and material compatibility, please review our Chemical Compatibility Chart.
- Bubble Point (psi)
- 13psi
- Burst Pressure (psi)
- 116psi
- Connection Type
- Double Luer Lock
- Construction
- Polypropylene (PP)
- Diameter
- 25mm
- Filtration Area
- 4.9cm²
- Material
- Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)
- Maximum Operating Pressure
- 72.5psi
- Maximum Operating Temperature (°C)
- 80℃
- Pack Count
- 100
- Pore Size (µm)
- 0.22
- Sterility
- Nonsterile
- Weight
- 0.58
- Wetability
- Hydrophilic
- Universal Solvent Filtration - Filters aqueous and organic samples without pre-wetting using chemically compatible hydrophilic membranes
- UHPLC Sample Preparation - Removes sub-micron particulates from samples to protect sensitive UHPLC columns and analytical instrumentation
- Bioburden Reduction - Reduces microbial load in pharmaceutical solutions and biological media prior to downstream processing steps
- Biological Sample Filtration - Filters protein solutions using low-binding membranes to maximize recovery of valuable biomolecules
- Fine Chemical Clarification - Provides absolute retention of fine particulates in aggressive chemical solvents and mixed matrix samples
- Quality Control Analysis - Prepares samples for critical analysis by removing fine precipitates and ensuring optimal optical clarity