About Pall Membrane Filters
Properties
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| material | GN-6 Metricel membrane |
| packaging | pkg of 100 ea |
| mfr. no. | Gelman 63068 |
| diam. | 25 mm |
| pore size | 0.45 m |
Description
General description
Supor polyethersulfone, for biological and pharmaceutical solutions, fast flow, low extractables, autoclavable.
HT Tuffryn polysulfone, for media and air samples, low-protein-binding, autoclavable.
GN Metricel mixed cellulose esters, for air samples and microbiological analysis, meets US EPA and ASTM specifications, autoclavable.
Nylaflo nylon, for general-purpose applications, HPLC, good chemical resistance, low extractables.
PTFE PTFE on PP support, for aggressive organics, HPLC and air/gases, hydrophobic, chemically inert.
Legal Information
Offer a wide variety of membranes that meet almost any filtration need.
Metricel is a registered trademark of Pall Corporation
Nylaflo is a trademark of Pall Corporation
Supor is a registered trademark of Pall Corporation
Tuffryn is a registered trademark of Pall Corporation
Versatile Filtration OptionsChoose from a wide array of pore sizes, diameters, and materials to precisely suit your laboratory's needs. Pall Membrane Filters offer exceptional versatility, supporting applications from sterile filtration to analytical sample preparation, and can handle volumes up to several liters with consistent accuracy.
Compliance and Quality AssuredAll filters meet strict ISO, USP, and ASTM laboratory standards, guaranteeing reliable results in critical processes. Manufactured with meticulous care, these membrane filters deliver high reproducibility, low extractables, and high flow rates, ensuring safety and efficiency in your lab operations.
Robust Construction for Multiple ApplicationsMade from durable membrane materials, including nylon and various other polymers, these filters resist high temperatures (up to 121C for autoclaving) and offer strong chemical compatibility. Their robustness and design make them ideal for both routine and challenging laboratory filtration processes.
FAQ's of Pall Membrane Filters:
Q: How do I select the appropriate pore size and diameter for my filtration application?
A: The optimal pore size and diameter depend on your specific application. Use finer pore sizes (e.g., 0.2 m) for sterile filtration or removal of smaller particulates, and larger ones (e.g., 0.8 m) for sample clarification. The diameter (such as 13 mm, 25 mm, 47 mm, 90 mm) should match the volume of liquid and the filtration apparatus.
Q: What is the benefit of using Pall Membrane Filters in laboratory protocols?
A: Pall Membrane Filters provide precise particle removal, ultraclean filtrate, and rapid flow rates while maintaining low extractables. This ensures reliable analytical results, reproducible filtration, and minimal contamination across various laboratory and analytical procedures.
Q: When should I use sterile versus non-sterile membrane filters?
A: Sterile filters are essential when filtering solutions that require sterility, such as in microbiological assays or cell culture preparations. Non-sterile filters suffice for general sample clarification or analytical filtrations where sterility is not a concern.
Q: Where are these Pall Membrane Filters typically utilized?
A: These filters are widely used in research laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturing, environmental testing, and analytical sample preparation. Their chemical compatibility allows for use with both aqueous and organic solvents in diverse laboratory environments.
Q: What is the process for sterilizing the membrane filters if required?
A: Most Pall Membrane Filters are autoclavable at temperatures up to 121C. Place the filter in an autoclave-compatible holder or container and run a standard autoclaving cycle to ensure sterility before use, especially in aseptic or microbiological applications.
Q: How do high chemical compatibility and low extractables enhance usage?
A: High chemical compatibility allows these membrane filters to be used with a wide range of solvents and solutions without degrading or leaching, while low extractables minimize the risk of contaminant interference in sensitive assays, ensuring pure and reliable results.
Q: What standards or compliance certifications do Pall Membrane Filters meet?
A: These membrane filters are manufactured according to ISO, USP, and ASTM standards for laboratory filtration, ensuring they meet global benchmarks for quality, safety, and performance.