Feasibility Studies Made Simple with Ceramic Membranes

Tangential Flow Filtration (TFF), or Crossflow Filtration, is a physical separation technique that uses the size difference between the liquid particles and the membrane pores to separate them. A substantial distinction is established between ceramic (inorganic) and polymeric (organic) materials in the manufacture of TFF membranes. To address the restrictions of polymeric membranes, ceramic membranes were created in the 1980s, allowing TFF to be used in additional applications. Initially developed for its use in extreme conditions, ceramics have become mainstay membranes in a number of industries, including environmental, food and beverage, biopharma, chemical, gas, and electronics. However, costs associated with evaluating at scale may deter new users. 

With a surface area of 0.008 m2, and length of 400 mm, MicroKleansepTM Tubular Membranes are an economical option for feasibility studies in separation using ceramics. Whether it’s for ultrafiltration, microfiltration, or nanofiltration, they can survive extreme conditions and process small volumes (1-10L).  

What makes the MicroKleansepTM Tubular Ceramic Membranes ideal?

  • Single-channel membranes operate in cross/tangential flow to process small volumes 
  • Withstand high concentrations of oil and solids and is compatible with ​​harsh chemicals (oxidizers, extreme acid or caustic, solvents, etc.)
  • Endure temperatures up to 150°C (300°F)
  • Reusable after cleaning

 

In what applications can the MicroKleansepTM Tubular Ceramic Membranes be used?

  • Concentrating biological media for the recovery of antibodies, enzymes, proteins, etc.
  • Cell recovery and washing
  • Concentration of viruses, bacteria, yeasts, and animal cells. 
  • Oily water separation
  • Separation or clarification of molecules of very distinct sizes

Working on any of these applications? The MicroKleansepTM tubular ceramic membrane is the ideal research membrane for your study. Membranes vary in pore sizes from 0.1 to 1.0 micron. Sterlitech also offers stainless steel housings to complement the system.