Thread: EO through what filter?

The cons would be rubber contamination EO has been linked to breaking down the rubber stopper in the vial...will it happen? Who knows but it will go through your filter...play around with it see what u think

Thanks. Is this a valid concern or just speculation? Where did you get this info? Not questioning you...I just like to look into things. Even a remote possibility of this happening makes me shy away from using it.

Used PVDF

PVDF Filter Membranes

PVDF membranes are hydrophilic for wide chemical compatibilities, including a resistance to higher temperatures (up to 150°Celsius). Approved for filtering multiple food products, this membrane provides low extractable levels. This membrane may require the usage of mechanical pumps, but is able of sustaining far higher degrees of acidity, and can filter viscous fluids. This membrane is as durable as Nylon and also tolerates very high vacuum rates. However, PVDF has a slower flow rate than Nylon, especially when filtering more viscous fluids.

NYLON Filter Membranes

Nylon membranes are extremely durable membranes that allow for more viscous fluids, oils, and even solvents to be filtered through the membrane. Hydrophilic and excellent at removing particulates and bacteria. Superior thermal capabilities, and has a much higher tolerance to solvents than a PES filter. Extremely high vacuum capacity. This membrane is the best combination of durability and speed, especially when filtering higher viscosity fluids. Ideally suited for multiple laboratory filtering needs.

PES Filter Membranes

It's asymmetrical pore structure allows for very high flow rates, in addition the polyethersulfone membranes have the benefit of having low protein binding characteristics. Hydrophilic, and able to withstand higher temperatures, PES filters have a wide range of laboratory uses. However, does not withstand high pressures for filtration when filtering more viscous fluids. May not filter especially viscous fluids at all. Solvents mixed with other liquids or oils may work, but acidity of the mixture must be very minimal or it will damage the pore structure of the membrane. Ideally suited for rapid filtration of aqueous or less viscous fluids with low solvent concentrations.

PES is useless for our needs.

Originally Posted by brundel

PES is useless for our needs.

When you filter normal oil do you use NYLON or PVDF? Say with just ba, bb and hormone in it.

Thanks Brundel but you might have saved yourself some time by just posting the link to RLS where all that info is...ha! I do appreciate your thoroughness however.

Keith, I don't think it matters...PVDF or nylon. Both will do the job.

Anyone else want to chime in regarding rubber stopper erosion with EO?

Originally Posted by keith1569

When you filter normal oil do you use NYLON or PVDF? Say with just ba, bb and hormone in it.

I always use PVDF

Originally Posted by Sublime2012

Thanks Brundel but you might have saved yourself some time by just posting the link to RLS where all that info is...ha! I do appreciate your thoroughness however.

Keith, I don't think it matters...PVDF or nylon. Both will do the job.

Anyone else want to chime in regarding rubber stopper erosion with EO?

Its nice to have the info available here in the thread.
I always hear people talking about rubber stopper erosion and I do believe it can happen with certain stoppers like the garbage ones AP has on their vials, however, I have used and am now using EO cyp and none of the stoppers appear to be damaged in any way.

I to have always used PVDF filters is what i was curious.

thanks,

Keith