These hydrophobic PTFE membrane filters made of pure ePTFE laminated onto a polypropylene non-woven layer,
providing strength and high chemical compatibility for aggressive solvent filtration, phase separations, venting, and
aerosol sampling. PTFE (fine powder resin) is expanded into a 3-dimensional web-like structure called ePTFE which
creates billions of microscopic pores. This structure utilizes the inherent hydrophobic (water-resistant) and non-stick
nature of PTFE to allow removal of particulate captured on the membrane surface. This allows air to pass easily through
the membrane while collecting particulate as small as 0.2 micron on its surface. ePTFE membranes and laminates provide
device manufacturers with a consistent, temperature and chemical compatible barrier to microbes and particulate matter.
The optimal combination of air flow and water entry pressure adds value to most device designs.
Applications
•Filtration of strong acids and aggressive solutions •Venting applications •Phase separations •Aerosol samplings •Filtration of aqueous solutions (when prewetted with methanol)
PTFE MEMBRANE BIBLIOGRAPHY
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