Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) Syringe Filters - SF18226
Analytical laboratories handling precious micro-volume samples face the dual challenge of preventing loss and ensuring purity. Hydrophobic PVDF syringe filters with a 4mm diameter provide an optimized solution for volumes less than 1 mL. The membrane features a 0.45 µm pore size that clarifies organic solvents effectively without stripping essential chemical components. An ultra-low 1 µL holdup volume ensures that virtually every drop of the sample is recovered for analysis. Operators must pre-wet the unit with alcohol for aqueous fluids, though it excels with aggressive organic mixtures. Sterile packaging guarantees contamination-free processing for critical applications.
Key PVDF Membrane Characteristics
- Hydrophobic surface chemistry requires pre-wetting with alcohol before processing aqueous samples, but allows direct filtration of organic solvents
- 0.45 µm pore size removes particulates from analytical samples to protect chromatography instrumentation without sterile-grade bacterial retention
- Exceptional chemical resistance maintains compatibility with aggressive organic solvents, including chlorinated compounds and aromatic hydrocarbons
- High structural stability preserves membrane performance under pressure while filtering small volumes of viscous fluids
- Sterile packaging eliminates initial contamination risks for sensitive analytical samples to support quality assurance requirements
Key Construction Characteristics
- Ultra-low 1 µL holdup volume maximizes recovery by minimizing sample retention for expensive analytical standards
- Polypropylene housing provides structural integrity to 87 psi maximum operating pressure for operational confidence
- Dual Luer-Lok and Luer-Slip connections accommodate standard laboratory syringes without adapters to streamline workflow integration
- Compact 4mm housing design minimizes dead volume to ensure the efficient processing of samples less than 1 mL
Maximize your analytical recovery by switching to a filtration unit designed specifically for limited-volume applications. You can clarify expensive standards and rare compounds with confidence using the ultra-low holdup design. The hydrophobic membrane withstands aggressive chemicals found in chromatography mobile phases to prevent degradation. Secure Luer-Lok connections prevent hazardous leaks even when handling very small syringes. Rely on the gamma-sterilized packaging to maintain aseptic conditions during critical transfer steps. Consistent clarification protects your HPLC columns from particulate damage and extends the operational life of sensitive instrumentation.
For more information about chemical and material compatibility, please review our Chemical Compatibility Chart.
- Bubble Point (psi)
- 5.8psi
- Connection Type
- Luer-Lok/ Luer Slip
- Diameter
- 4mm
- Filtration Area
- 0.125cm²
- Flow Rate
- 1ml
- Holdup Volume
- 1μL
- Material
- Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF)
- Maximum Operating Pressure
- 87psi
- Maximum Operating Temperature (°C)
- 60°C
- Membrane Thickness (µm)
- 100-130μm
- Pack Count
- 100
- Pore Size (µm)
- 0.45
- Prefilter (Yes/No)
- Yes
- Prefilter Material
- PP
- Sterility
- Sterile
- Volume Throughput (ml)
- 1ml
- Weight
- 0.33
- Wetability
- Hydrophobic
- Analytical Standard Clarification - Removes particulates from reference materials and calibration solutions for pharmaceutical analytical methods
- Micro-Volume HPLC Preparation - Clarifies precious organic mobile phases and analytical samples for high-value chromatography applications
- Rare Compound Processing - Filters limited-availability pharmaceutical compounds requiring maximum sample recovery with contamination-free handling
- NMR Sample Preparation - Clarifies micro-volume samples for nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy in pharmaceutical structure elucidation
- Mass Spectrometry Sample Prep - Removes particulates from expensive analytical samples in organic solvents before mass spectrometry analysis
- Pharmaceutical QC Testing - Processes micro-volume pharmaceutical samples for clarification in quality control laboratories