What is PVDF Syringe Filter
Filson polyvinylidene fluoride(PVDF) syringe filter is mainly made of high-quality PVDF membrane. With pore size ranging from 0.1 to 10 micron, our PVDF membrane syringe filter can be ideally used to capture most particles including microorganism, bacterial, virus and other contaminants.
Filson can use hydrophobic or hydrophilic PVDF membrane to manufacture PVDF syringe filter. For this reason, our syringe filter offers an effective and economical solution on most solutions filtration, from liquids to gases.
Since PVDF has excellent chemical resistance and low protein binding property, you can observe proteins stayed on PVDF membrane and obtain more reliable results by using PVDF syringe filter in most samples filtration.
Filson PVDF syringe filter has a wide range of series, including sterile PVDF syringe filter, 0.2 micron PVDF syringe filter, 0.22 micron PVDF syringe filter, 0.45 micron PVDF syringe filter, etc. Therefore, you can choose proper filters according to your unique applications.
PVDF Syringe Filter Categories
Filson sterile PVDF syringe filter, one kind of sterile syringe filters, is best suitable for medical filtration. Having various diameter up to 33mm, it has larger effective surface area and faster huge flow to filter sample quickly.
Mainly made of hydrophobic PVDF, Filson hydrophobic PVDF syringe filter offer an effective and economical solution on air and gas filtration. Besides, our filter can work normally under high heat and high pressure environment.
Since Filson hydrophilic PVDF syringe filter has various pore size ranging from 0.2 to 10 micron, it can effectively remove particles in most liquids. And our syringe filter has excellent chemical property to filter corrosion, acid or organic solvents better.
PVDF Syringe Filter Types by Micron Rating
Having a smaller pore size, Filson 0.2 micron PVDF syringe filter is deal for removing smaller bacteria, microorganisms, virus or other particles. Owing to the uniform pore, our filter has larger effective filtration area than ordinary ones.
Filson 0.22 micron PVDF syringe filter has a robust construction to withstand high pressure up to 10 bar. The common diameter ranges from 4mm to 33mm, and the maximum sample volume of our filter is 120 ml.
Having lower extractables, Filson 0.45 micron PVDF syringe filter can largely decrease sample loss and offer more reliable results. It can work normally under harsh environment, like high heat, high pressure, acid, bases or organic solvents.
Filson 0.7 micron PVDF syringe filter id ideally designed to capture most contaminants greater than 0.7 micron. And it has lower protein binding capacity than nylon or PTFE membrane to be better used in sample analysis.
Since both hydrophobic and hydrophilic PVDF materials are available, Filson 5 micron PVDF syringe filter is suitable for both liquids and gases filtration. With wider 5 micron pore size, our filter has huge flow rate and high efficiency to filter particles quickly.
PVDF Syringe Filter Outstanding Benefits
Utilizing high-quality PVDF materials, Filson PVDF syringe filter has better chemical compatibility with corrosion, acid and organic solvents filtration.
Since Filson has good relationship with DHL/Fedex/TNT or other deliveries, we can transport PVDF syringe filters in a quick and economical way.
The popular connector is female luer lock inlet and male luer slip outlet, and this ensures better sealing and stable filtration performance.
Filson PVDF syringe filter consists of membrane, housing and connector, so it is easy to install, operate and replace with a simple structure.
PVDF Syringe Filter Advantages
By using Filson PVDF syringe filter, you can obtain following advantages:
- Customized sizes: The designed diameter ranges from 13mm to 50mm, and common sizes are 4mm, 13mm, 17mm, 25mm, 30mm and 30mm. You can also customize sizes based on your unique usage.
- Reliable quality: We control the whole production process strictly, and each PVDF syringe filter will be 100% integrity tested to be in accordance with ISO standards.
- Overall lower price: Made of PVDF material, our syringe filter has a lower price.
- High efficiency: With larger surface area, uniform pore and better sealing, our filter can filter huge sample at a high speed.
PVDF Syringe Filter Features
- High temperature resistance up to 130℃
- Rigid structure with high pressure up to 14 bar
- Huge sample volume up to 120 ml
- 2-4 times filtration throughput than ordinary filter
- Excellent chemical property with pH value ranging from 1 to 14
- Both hydrophilic and hydrophilic PVDF materials available
- Multiple membrane layers to enlarge filtration area
- Faster flow rate and better efficiency
- Allowable to sterilize autoclaving or gamma irradiation
- Low protein binding property and lower extractables
- Better sealing to maintain stable and continuous filtration
Why Choose Filson PVDF Syringe Filter
Filson uses both hydrophobic and hydrophilic PVDF materials to manufacture PVDF syringe filter, therefore it is suitable for both liquids and gases filtration. And due to the excellent chemical resistance, our PVDF syringe filter is best compatible with aggressive acids and alcohols as well as organic solvents.
Having uniform pore size and mult-layer membrane design, Filson PVDF syringe filter possesses larger effective filtration area up to 19.8 cm2. Besides, our PVDF syringe filter can effectively remove particles larger than 0.1 micron with huge sample volume up to 200 ml.
Most Filson PVDF syringe filters are non-sterile, and our filters can be sterilized through autoclaving or gamma irradiation. If you use syringe filter in critical places like medicine or pharmaceutical filtration, Filson PVDF sterile syringe filter will be your premier choice.
With more than 20 years experience on manufacturing filters, Filson has professional engineering team, advanced technology and 10+ production lines. And we can provide you not only high-quality PVDF syringe filter but also standard replacement syringe filters of leading brands.
- Raw Material: polyvinylidene fluoride(PVDF)
- Housing Material: polypropylene(PP), Polyvinyl chloride(PVC)
- Micron Rating: 0.1 – 10 micron(typically 0.22 and 0.45 micron)
- Sterility: non-sterile
- Maximum Working Temperature: 130℃
- Operating Pressure: up to 14 bar
- Surface Area: 19.8 cm2
- Sample Volume: 10 – 200 mL
- Flow Rate: up to 144 mL/min
- Minimum Bubble Point: 160 kPa
- Connection: luer lock, FLL, MLL, stepped barb
- MOQ: 100 PCs
As a professional syringe filter manufacturer, Filson can also provide standard replacement PVDF syringe filter of leading brands, including:
- Millipore
- Thermo
- Whatman
- Pall
- Agilent
- Membrane Solutions
- Sterlitech
- Hawach
PVDF Syringe Filters Applications
Filson PVDF syringe filter is commonly used in laboratory filtration applications for the preparation and analysis of samples. It is designed to remove particulates and other impurities from the sample, which can affect the accuracy and quality of the analysis.
Before HPLC or MCLS analysis, Filson PVDF syringe filter is usually used to capture particles and pollutants from it. Our syringe filter has hydrophilicity, chemical resistance and sterility, which enables rapid, efficient and reliable purification of samples analyzed in laboratory.
The minimum aperture of Filson PVDF syringe filter is 0.1 micron, therefore it can capture extremely tiny pollutants, like bacteria, mold, etc. It has satisfied and reliable efficient to sterilize and filter for the biological sample solutions.
Because PVDF membrane has biological inert and low protein binding capacity, Filson PVDF syringe filter won’t change or pollute the protein solution. The syringe filter is widely used to filter cell culture media, buffers and other protein solutions.
In the food and beverage industry, Filson PVDF syringe filter is commonly used for the clarification and sterilization of beverages, as well as for the filtration of food samples. It can affect the taste, appearance, and safety of the final product.
Due to pass ISO9001 quality certification, Filson PVDF syringe filter meets pharmaceutical grade standards. It has high sterility, excellent chemical compatibility, and enables thorough purification of medicine to achieve the best effects.
The filter membrane of Filson PVDF syringe filter is hydrophobic to be suitable for filtering gas. Its maximum effective filtration area is up to 19.8 cm², allowing the gas to pass at high speed. The pressure resistance is up to 14 bar to maintain stable structure.
Filson PVDF syringe filter is ideal for ambient water sample filtration, which effectively removes microorganisms, particles or other contaminants from water samples while maintaining high flow rate. It can also withstand high temperature and chemical solvents such as acid and base.
As a hydrophobic material with low protein binding capacity, PVDF is suitable for filtering protein samples. Filson PVDF syringe filter is commonly used for biofuel analysis and can be autoclaved for use in sterile filtration applications.
PVDF Syringe Filter FAQ Guide
- What Are PVDF Filters Used For?
PVDF filters are mainly made of PVDF membrane, and they can be widely used to capture particles and purify samples during sterilizing or clarifying procedures.
PVDF filters can be made of either hydrophobic or hydrophilic PVDF membrane.
Hydrophobic PVDF membrane can be widely used in electrolysis, chemical solvents filtration, venting and degassing, pervaporation or other industries.
While hydrophilic PVDF membrane is suitable for HPLC sample analysis, mobile phases filtration, biological sterilization, etc.
- What is the Diameter of PVDF Syringe Filter?
The designed diameter of PVDF syringe filter ranges from 4mm to 50mm, and you can choose various diameter of 4mm, 13mm, 15mm, 30mm or 33mm to manufacture syringe filter.
- What is the Difference Between PVDF and PES Filter Membrane?
PVDF(polyvinylidene fluoride) membrane is mainly hydrophobic, therefore it is best suitable for air and gases filtration. While PES(polyethersulfone) membrane is mainly hydrophilic, and it is compatible with aqueous filtration better.
- Can PVDF Syringe Filter Be Reused?
Most PVDF syringe filter can be sterilized through autoclaving or gamma irradiation, and our filter can mainly be used in critical industries like HPLC sample analysis, pharmaceutical or chemical industries. Therefore, to offer more reliable results and avoid cross-contamination, we recommend not to reuse PVDF syringe filter.
- What is the Micron Rating of PVDF Syringe Filter?
The designed pore size of PVDF membrane syringe filter ranges from 0.1 micron to 10 micron, and common micron rating is 0.22 micron and 0.45 micron. Based on your unique applications, we can also provide you customized pore size.