Featuring a hydrophobic polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) membrane laminated to a polypropylene support, this 1.0um, 25mm disc delivers durable particulate capture in chemically aggressive samples. The PTFE fine powder resin is expanded into a three-dimensional, web-like structure that creates billions of microscopic pores, capturing particulate on the membrane surface while allowing air and gas to pass easily. Supplied nonsterile, 100 discs per pack, in a plain white, non-gridded format.
Key PTFE Membrane Characteristics
- Naturally hydrophobic: The inherent water-resistant nature of PTFE means the membrane will not absorb moisture from air or gases, making it ideal for venting, phase separations, and aerosol sampling.
- Broad chemical compatibility: Compatible with strong acids and most aggressive solvents such as alcohols, with a usable pH range of 1 to 13.
- Expanded PTFE structure: A three-dimensional web of microscopic pores collects particulate as small as 0.1 micron on the membrane surface while permitting easy air flow.
- Aqueous capability: Can be prewetted with methanol to filter aqueous solutions when needed.
- Consistent barrier: Provides a temperature and chemical compatible barrier to microbes and particulate matter with an optimal combination of air flow and water entry pressure.
Key Construction Characteristics
- Laminated support: PTFE laminated to a polypropylene support for improved durability and easy handling.
- Format: 25mm diameter disc, plain white, non-gridded.
- Membrane thickness: 130um.
- Autoclavable: Withstands autoclaving up to 130 degrees C (260 degrees F).
- Packaging: Nonsterile, 100 discs per pack.
This laminated PTFE membrane maintains a consistent mechanical structure across demanding solvent and venting applications, protecting sample integrity through reliable surface particulate retention. Its non-stick, hydrophobic surface ensures dependable performance where moisture exclusion and chemical resistance are critical.
- Color
- White
- Construction
- PTFE laminated to polypropylene support
- Diameter
- 25mm
- Grade
- Laminated
- Grid (Yes/No)
- No
- Material
- Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)
- Maximum Operating Temperature (°C)
- 130
- Membrane Color
- White
- Membrane Thickness (µm)
- 130
- Pack Count
- 100
- pH Range
- 1-13
- Pore Size (µm)
- 1
- Sterility
- Nonsterile
- Sterilization
- Autoclavable up to 130 degrees C
- Support Material
- Polypropylene (PP)
- Wettability
- Hydrophobic
- Aggressive Solvent Filtration Clarifies strong acids, alcohols, and aggressive organic solvents thanks to the membrane's broad chemical compatibility.
- Air and Gas Venting Permits easy air flow while excluding moisture, making it suited to venting applications in laboratory and device designs.
- Phase Separations The hydrophobic, non-stick PTFE surface supports reliable separation of aqueous and non-aqueous phases.
- Aerosol Sampling Collects particulate on the membrane surface without absorbing moisture from air or gases.
- Particulate Removal Captures fine particulate as small as 0.1 micron on the membrane surface during sample preparation.
- Aqueous Filtration Filters aqueous solutions after prewetting with methanol for expanded versatility.