Description
Hydrophobic PTFE Membrane Filters: These filters are designed to repel water-based substances, making them ideal for applications where moisture resistance and air permeability are critical. Their robust construction ensures reliable performance under harsh conditions, maintaining stability even when exposed to aggressive chemicals and high temperatures.
Distinctive Features:
- Water-repellent nature ensuring effective air filtration.
- High chemical compatibility, suitable for strong acids, bases, and solvents.
- High porosity allowing efficient particle capture without clogging.
- Durable structure with excellent heat resistance.
- Batch-to-batch consistency for dependable results.
Recommended Uses:
- Environmental air monitoring and aerosol sampling.
- Purification of volatile solvents and propellants.
- Analyzing hydraulic fluids for contamination.
- RNA isolation processes requiring hydrophobic surfaces.
Hydrophilic PTFE Membrane Filters: These filters are specifically designed to interact well with aqueous solutions, providing efficient and reliable filtration for both chemical and biological applications. They are characterized by their high chemical resistance and superior permeability to liquids.
Distinctive Features:
- Strong affinity for water, enabling smooth filtration of aqueous solutions.
- Broad chemical compatibility for use with various chemical mixtures.
- High mechanical strength and heat tolerance for enhanced durability.
- Excellent liquid permeability for rapid filtration.
- Reliable performance across different batches.
Recommended Uses:
- Filtration of aqueous solutions, including buffers and culture media.
- Purification of chemical mixtures containing both solvents and water.
- Clarification of acids, bases, and solvents in chemical processes.
- Ensuring the purity of liquid samples in laboratory and industrial settings
| Membrane Filter | Material | Hydrophilic/Hydrophobic | Chemical Compatibility | Common Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cellulose Acetate (CA) | Cellulose acetate | Hydrophilic | Moderate (not for strong solvents) | Biological sample filtration, protein solutions |
| Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) | PTFE | Hydrophobic (can be treated) | Excellent (resists acids, bases, solvents) | Air/gas filtration, aggressive solvent filtration |
| Nylon | Nylon | Hydrophilic | Good (resists alkalis, alcohols) | Aqueous and organic sample prep, HPLC |
| Polyethersulphone (PES) | Polyethersulfone | Hydrophilic | Good (resists weak acids/bases) | Sterile filtration, cell culture media |
| Polypropylene (PP) | Polypropylene | Hydrophobic | Excellent (broad chemical resistance) | Pre-filtration, aggressive chemical filtration |
| Regenerated Cellulose (RC) | Regenerated cellulose | Hydrophilic | Excellent (resists solvents, low protein binding) | HPLC sample prep, protein filtration |
| Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) | PVDF | Hydrophobic (can be treated) | Excellent (resists most solvents) | Protein binding studies, western blotting, sterile filtration |
| Mixed Cellulose Ester (MCE) | Cellulose nitrate & cellulose acetate | Hydrophilic | Moderate (limited with solvents) | Microbiological analysis, air monitoring |
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