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KEGBG050HH

Millipore

Millipore Express® SPG 0.2 µm, Opticap® XL Capsule

non-sterile, pore size 0.2 μm

Synonym(s):

Gamma Phobic Opticap® XL 50 Express SPG 0.2 HB/HB

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About This Item

UNSPSC Code:
23151806
eCl@ss:
32031690
NACRES:
NB.24

material

PBT-based blend (gamma-stable)
polyethersulfone membrane

Quality Level

sterility

irradiated
non-sterile

Sterilization Compatibility

gamma compatible

feature

hydrophobic

manufacturer/tradename

Opticap®

parameter

2.1 bar max. differential pressure (30 psid) at 25 °C (Reverse; intermittent)
4.1 bar max. inlet pressure (60 psi) at 23 °C
4.2 bar max. differential pressure (60 psid) at 25 °C (Forward)

technique(s)

gas filtration: suitable

L

7.2 cm (2.84 in.)

W

2.4 in.

diam.

6.2 cm (2.4 in.)

filtration area

19.6 cm2

impurities

≤0.25 EU/mL (LAL test, Aqueous extraction)

gravimetric extractables

≤1.0 mg

matrix

Millipore Express® SPG

pore size

0.2 μm pore size

bubble point

≥1170 mbar (17 psig), air with 100% IPA at 23 °C

fitting

inlet stepped hose barb for 6.5-9.5 mm I.D. silicone flexible tubing
outlet hose barb
outlet stepped hose barb for 6.5-9.5 mm I.D. silicone flexible tubing
female Luer slip interior
(14 mm (9/16 in.) Hose Barb Inlet and Outlet)

Preparation Note

Sterilization Method
Gamma compatible to 45 kGy; OR 3 autoclave cycles of 60 min @ 126 °C; not in-line steam sterilizable

Analysis Note

Bacterial Retention
Quantitative retention of 107 CFU/cm2Brevundimonas diminuta (ATCC® 19146) per ASTM methodology
Gravimetric Extractables: in 70/30 % IPA/water
HydroCorr: ≤0.03 mL/min @ 2.6 bar (38 psig)

Other Notes

Directions for Use

  • Organism Retention: Microorganism
  • Mode of Action: Filtration (size exclusion)
  • Application: BioProcessing
  • Intended Use: Reduction or removal of microorganism/bioburden
  • Instructions for Use: Please refer Wetting Instructions for Filter Units with Durapore® Membrane user guide
  • Storage Statement: Store in dry location
  • Disposal Statement: Dispose of in accordance with applicable federal, state and local regulations.

Legal Information

ATCC is a registered trademark of American Type Culture Collection
Durapore is a registered trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany
MILLIPORE EXPRESS is a registered trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany
OPTICAP is a registered trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany

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