PCTE Membrane Disc, 0.2µm
The PCTE Membrane Disc, featuring a 0.2µm pore size, is expertly crafted from a thin, microporous polycarbonate film material, making it an ideal solution for blood assays and high-purity filtration applications. Despite the inherent hydrophobic nature of polycarbonate, this membrane is treated with a wetting agent to enhance its hydrophilic properties.
Manufactured through a meticulous two-stage production process, the PCTE membrane adheres to the highest quality standards. This process allows for exceptional control over pore size and density, ensuring that the physical characteristics of each membrane align precisely with your requirements. The result is a translucent, glass-like membrane with a smooth, flat surface, effectively trapping all particles larger than the specified pore size. Ideal for sample collection for blood tests, this membrane excels in both high purity and general-purpose filtration.
Key Characteristics:
- Absolute Pore Size and Density: Enables precise flow control for liquids, capturing 100% of cells larger than the pore size.
- Smooth, Thin, Glass-like Surface: The planar surface is perfect for particle identification via microscopy.
- Superior Strength: With a tensile strength of 207 bar (> 3000 psi), this membrane maintains pore integrity and will not stretch.
- Low Extractables: Ensures clean tests, promoting consistent and reliable results.
- Negligible Absorption/Adsorption: Maximizes recovery of critical solutions.
- Available in Hydrophilic or Hydrophobic Options: Suits a diverse range of applications.
Applications:
- Flow control of reagents through assays
- General filtration solutions
- Precise filtration and prefiltration tasks
- Efficient removal of red blood cells from plasma
