Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) Syringe Filters - SPEC18212
Pharmaceutical laboratories processing aggressive organic solvents require filtration solutions that ensure sterility without membrane degradation. Hydrophobic PVDF syringe filters with a 0.22 µm pore size provide a robust barrier against bacteria and particulates in chemical fluids. The membrane demands alcohol pre-wetting for aqueous solutions but processes organic mixtures immediately. A secure Double Luer Lock connection prevents disconnection risks when handling hazardous liquids under pressure. Validated gamma-sterilized packaging guarantees aseptic conditions for critical applications. Researchers benefit from exceptional chemical resistance against alcohols and chlorinated compounds. The 25mm housing efficiently processes medium-volume samples ranging from 10 to 100 mL.
Key PVDF Membrane Characteristics
- Hydrophobic surface chemistry requires pre-wetting with alcohol before processing aqueous samples, but allows direct filtration of organic solvents
- 0.22 µm pore size provides sterile-grade filtration with validated bacterial retention, ensuring microbial elimination for aseptic processing
- Exceptional chemical resistance maintains compatibility with aggressive organic solvents, including chlorinated compounds and aromatic hydrocarbons
- Naturally hydrophobic surface enables gas venting applications by efficiently displacing air from liquid handling systems
- Sterile packaging eliminates initial contamination risks for sensitive analytical samples to support quality assurance requirements
Key Construction Characteristics
- Double Luer Lock connections secure both inlet and outlet ports to eliminate disconnection risks
- Robust polypropylene housing withstands operating pressures to 72.5 psi providing mechanical strength for demanding protocols
- Validated 116 psi burst pressure ensures structural integrity during high-pressure filtration operations preventing catastrophic failure
- 25mm diameter platform supports medium-volume clarification for samples up to 100 mL balancing capacity with economy
Enhance your sterile processing workflows with a filtration device built for aggressive chemical environments. You can sterilize organic solvents and mobile phases reliably without risking membrane failure. The 0.22 µm pore size ensures absolute retention of bacteria to maintain aseptic conditions. Secure Double Luer Lock connections prevent hazardous leaks when filtering toxic fluids under pressure. Rely on gamma-sterilized packaging to support strict quality control protocols in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Consistent performance ensures that your analytical instruments remain protected from particulate damage. Choose this durable solution for your most demanding sterile filtration tasks.
For more information about chemical and material compatibility, please review our Chemical Compatibility Chart.
- Bubble Point (psi)
- 7.25psi
- Burst Pressure (psi)
- 116psi
- Connection Type
- Double Luer Lock
- Construction
- Polypropylene (PP)
- Diameter
- 25mm
- Dimensions (W x D x H)
- 21.8mmx28.6mm
- Filtration Area
- 4.9cm²
- Material
- Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF)
- Maximum Operating Pressure
- 72.5psi
- Maximum Operating Temperature (°C)
- 80℃
- Pack Count
- 100
- Pore Size (µm)
- 0.22
- Sterility
- Sterile
- Weight
- 0.70
- Wetability
- Hydrophobic
- HPLC Mobile Phase Preparation - Remove particulates from mobile phases before they reach columns to extend column life and ensure baseline stability
- LC-MS Sample Processing - Filter biological samples before mass spectrometry to protect ionization sources while preserving analyte integrity
- Organic Solvent Filtration - Process aggressive solvents, including acetonitrile and chloroform, where chemical compatibility prevents degradation
- Chemical Reagent Sterilization - Remove bacteria from aggressive organic solvents and chemical reagents to ensure sterility in critical applications
- Final Product Sterilization - Achieve sterile filtration of heat-sensitive formulations where terminal sterilization would compromise stability
- Environmental Analysis - Prepare water and soil extracts for chromatography by removing suspended solids that interfere with sensitive detection