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          PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Membrane

          GVS Polycarbonate Track Etched (PCTE) Membrane is made from a thin polycarbonate film with precisely defined pores.

          It is ideally suited for use in cellular-based filtration assays as well as filtration applications where high purity is required.

          The membrane is produced through a two-step, proprietary manufacturing process that employs high-quality standards.

          In the first step, polycarbonate film is exposed to ion particles that pass through it.

          As the ions pass through the film, they create “tracks” where the polymer is damaged.

          The beamed film is then exposed to a chemical that etches out the tracks creating precise, cylindrical pores.

          Pore density is controlled by the number of tracks per unit area, and pore size is controlled by varying the temperature, strength and time of exposure to the etching solution.

          This unique process allows for increased control over pore size and density to ensure the physical properties of each membrane precisely fit your specifications. The resulting membrane is a thin, translucent polycarbonate film with a smooth, flat surface. All particles larger than the pore size are captured on its surface.

          Product Specifications

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          Properties

          To optimize the suitability of PCTE, we offer a variety of products with unique characteristics:

          • PVP Polyvinylpyrrolidone treated for a hydrophilic membrane 
          • AOX-certified for applications requiring extremely low extractables
          • Black-dyed membrane for staining applications
          • PVP-free for a hydrophobic membrane

          GVS PCTE Membrane is available in roll widths from 1/4 inch (0.63 cm) to 20 inches (50 cm) as well as in sheets and cut disks that can be customized to meet your application and size requirements.

          Features & Benefits

          (of all PCTE variations)

          • Absolute pore size and density allows for precise size separation
          • Direct thickness and pore size measurements provide accurate characteristics 
          • Smooth, thin, glass-like surface is suitable for microscopy and cellular applications
          • Superior strength allows for aggressive handling
          • Low protein binding ensures clean results
          • Resists chemical staining to ease microscopic visualization
          • Passes USP VI Class toxicity testing for use in medical devices 
          • low cytotoxicity offers biocompatibility

          Characteristics

          Membrane thickness
          5-12μm
          Maximum operation temperature
          284°F (140°C)
          Autoclavable
          Yes
          Broad sealing compatibility
          including ultrasonic, heat, radio frequency and insert molding

          Applications

          • see the single PCTE

          Product Variants

          Multiple versions of PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Membrane are available.

          Product Variants

          54 available results

          1. 1230457
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.2µm, Width 13'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.2
            Thickness (µm)
            10
            Width
            13'' (33cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥10
            Bubble Point
            ≥20psi; ≥1.38bar
          2. 1234432
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.4µm, Width 13'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.4
            Thickness (µm)
            10
            Width
            13'' (33cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥33
            Bubble Point
            ≥12psi; ≥0.83bar
          3. 1240068
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 12µm, Width 13'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            12
            Thickness (µm)
            8
            Width
            13'' (33cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥1250
            Bubble Point
            ≥0.4psi; ≥0.027bar
          4. 1268123
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.1µm, Width 10'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.1
            Thickness (µm)
            8
            Width
            10'' (25.4cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥2.5
            Bubble Point
            ≥30psi; ≥2.07bar
          5. 1268124
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.2µm, Width 10'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.2
            Thickness (µm)
            10
            Width
            10'' (25.4cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥10
            Bubble Point
            ≥20psi; ≥1.38bar
          6. 1268125
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.4µm, Width 10'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.4
            Thickness (µm)
            10
            Width
            10'' (25.4cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥33
            Bubble Point
            ≥12psi; ≥0.83bar
          7. 3029942
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 12µm, Width 10'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            12
            Thickness (µm)
            8
            Width
            10'' (25.4cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥1250
            Bubble Point
            ≥0.4psi; ≥0.027bar
          8. 3029943
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 8µm, Width 10'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            8
            Thickness (µm)
            7
            Width
            10'' (25.4cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥1000
            Bubble Point
            ≥0.7psi; ≥0.048bar
          9. 3029944
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 5µm, Width 10'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            5
            Thickness (µm)
            10
            Width
            10'' (25.4cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥700
            Bubble Point
            ≥1.2psi; 0.08bar
          10. 3029945
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 3µm, Width 10'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            3
            Thickness (µm)
            9
            Width
            10'' (25.4cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥440
            Bubble Point
            ≥2psi; ≥0.137bar
          11. 3029946
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 1µm, Width 10'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            1
            Thickness (µm)
            10
            Width
            10'' (25.4cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥130
            Bubble Point
            ≥6psi; ≥0.41bar
          12. 3059226
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.01µm, Width 13'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.01
            Thickness (µm)
            8
            Width
            13'' (33cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
          13. 3059227
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.01µm, Width 12'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.01
            Thickness (µm)
            8
            Width
            12''(30.5cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
          14. 3059228
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.01µm, Width 10'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.01
            Thickness (µm)
            8
            Width
            10'' (25.4cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
          15. 3059229
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.01µm, Width 6'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.01
            Thickness (µm)
            8
            Width
            6'' (15.2cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
          16. 3059230
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.03µm, Width 13'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.03
            Thickness (µm)
            8
            Width
            13'' (33cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
          17. 3059231
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.03µm, Width 12'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.03
            Thickness (µm)
            8
            Width
            12'' (30.5cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
          18. 3059232
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.03µm, Width 6'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.03
            Thickness (µm)
            8
            Width
            6'' (15.2cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
          19. 3059234
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.05µm, Width 13'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.05
            Thickness (µm)
            8
            Width
            13'' (33cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥0.4
            Bubble Point
            ≥50psi; ≥3.4bar
          20. 3059235
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.05µm, Width 12'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.05
            Thickness (µm)
            8
            Width
            12'' (30.5cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥0.4
            Bubble Point
            ≥50psi; ≥3.4bar
          21. 3059236
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.05µm, Width 10'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.05
            Thickness (µm)
            8
            Width
            10'' (25.4cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥0.4
            Bubble Point
            ≥50psi; ≥3.4bar
          22. 3059237
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.05µm, Width 6'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.05
            Thickness (µm)
            8
            Width
            6'' (15.2cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            0.4
            Bubble Point
            50psi; 3.4bar
          23. 3059239
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.08µm, Width 13'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.08
            Thickness (µm)
            8
            Width
            13'' (33cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥0.6
            Bubble Point
            ≥38psi; ≥2.62bar
          24. 3059240
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.08µm, Width 12'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.08
            Thickness (µm)
            8
            Width
            12''(30.5cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥0.6
            Bubble Point
            ≥38psi; ≥2.62bar
          25. 3059241
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.08µm, Width 10'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.08
            Thickness (µm)
            8
            Width
            10'' (25.4cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥0.6
            Bubble Point
            ≥38psi; ≥2.62bar
          26. 3059242
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.08µm, Width 6'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.08
            Thickness (µm)
            8
            Width
            6'' (15.2cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥0.6
            Bubble Point
            ≥38psi; ≥2.62bar
          27. 3059244
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.1µm, Width 13'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.1
            Thickness (µm)
            8
            Width
            13'' (33cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥2.5
            Bubble Point
            ≥30psi; ≥2.07bar
          28. 3059245
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.1µm, Width 12'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.1
            Thickness (µm)
            8
            Width
            12''(30.5cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥2.5
            Bubble Point
            ≥30psi; ≥2.07bar
          29. 3059246
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.1µm, Width 6'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.1
            Thickness (µm)
            8
            Width
            6'' (15.2cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥2.5
            Bubble Point
            ≥30psi; ≥2.07bar
          30. 3059248
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.2µm, Width 12'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.2
            Thickness (µm)
            10
            Width
            12''(30.5cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥10
            Bubble Point
            ≥20psi; ≥1.38bar
          31. 3059249
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.2µm, Width 6'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.2
            Thickness (µm)
            10
            Width
            6'' (15.2cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥10
            Bubble Point
            ≥20psi; ≥1.38bar
          32. 3059251
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.4µm, Width 12'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.4
            Thickness (µm)
            10
            Width
            12'' (30.5cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥33
            Bubble Point
            ≥12psi; ≥0.83bar
          33. 3059252
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.4µm, Width 6'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.4
            Thickness (µm)
            10
            Width
            6'' (15.2cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥33
            Bubble Point
            ≥12psi; ≥0.83bar
          34. 3059254
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.6µm, Width 12'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.6
            Thickness (µm)
            10
            Width
            12'' (30.5cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥60
            Bubble Point
            ≥9psi; ≥0.62bar
          35. 3059255
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.6µm, Width 10'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.6
            Thickness (µm)
            10
            Width
            10'' (25.4cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥60
            Bubble Point
            ≥9psi; ≥0.62bar
          36. 3059256
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.6µm, Width 6'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.6
            Thickness (µm)
            10
            Width
            6'' (15.2cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥60
            Bubble Point
            ≥9psi; ≥0.62bar
          37. 3059258
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.8µm, Width 12'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.8
            Thickness (µm)
            10
            Width
            12'' (30.5cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥90
            Bubble Point
            ≥7psi; 0.48bar
          38. 3059259
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 0.8µm, Width 10'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            0.8
            Thickness (µm)
            10
            Width
            10'' (25.4cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥90
            Bubble Point
            ≥7psi; 0.48bar
          39. 3059276
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 5µm, Width 6'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            5
            Thickness (µm)
            10
            Width
            6'' (15.2cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥700
            Bubble Point
            ≥1.2psi; 0.08bar
          40. 3059279
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 8µm, Width 12'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            8
            Thickness (µm)
            7
            Width
            12'' (30.5cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥1000
            Bubble Point
            ≥0.7psi; ≥0.048bar
          41. 3059280
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 8µm, Width 6'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            8
            Thickness (µm)
            7
            Width
            6'' (15.2cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥1000
            Bubble Point
            ≥0.7psi; ≥0.048bar
          42. 3059282
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 10µm, Width 13'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            10
            Thickness (µm)
            10
            Width
            13'' (33cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥1150
            Bubble Point
            ≥0.5psi; ≥0.034bar
          43. 3059283
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 10µm, Width 12'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            10
            Thickness (µm)
            10
            Width
            12'' (30.5cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥1150
            Bubble Point
            ≥0.5psi; ≥0.034bar
          44. 3059284
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 10µm, Width 10'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            10
            Thickness (µm)
            10
            Width
            10'' (25.4cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥1150
            Bubble Point
            ≥0.5psi; ≥0.034bar
          45. 3059285
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 10µm, Width 6'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            10
            Thickness (µm)
            10
            Width
            6'' (15.2cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥1150
            Bubble Point
            ≥0.5psi; ≥0.034bar
          46. 3059287
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 12µm, Width 12'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            12
            Thickness (µm)
            8
            Width
            12'' (30.5cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥1250
            Bubble Point
            ≥0.4psi; ≥0.027bar
          47. 3059288
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 12µm, Width 6'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            12
            Thickness (µm)
            8
            Width
            6'' (15.2cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥1250
            Bubble Point
            ≥0.4psi; ≥0.027bar
          48. 3059290
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 14µm, Width 13'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            14
            Thickness (µm)
            10
            Width
            13'' (33cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥1400
            Bubble Point
            ≥0.2psi; ≥0.013bar
          49. 3059291
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 14µm, Width 12'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            14
            Thickness (µm)
            10
            Width
            12'' (30.5cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥1400
            Bubble Point
            ≥0.2psi; ≥0.013bar
          50. 3059292
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 14µm, Width 10'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            14
            Thickness (µm)
            10
            Width
            10'' (25.4cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥1400
            Bubble Point
            ≥0.2psi; ≥0.013bar
          51. 3059293
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 14µm, Width 6'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            14
            Thickness (µm)
            10
            Width
            6'' (15.2cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
            Water Flow Rates (ml/min/cm²)
            ≥1400
            Bubble Point
            ≥0.2psi; ≥0.013bar
          52. 3059295
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 20µm, Width 13'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            20
            Thickness (µm)
            10
            Width
            13'' (33cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
          53. 3059296
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 20µm, Width 10'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            20
            Thickness (µm)
            10
            Width
            10'' (25.4cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650
          54. 3059297
            PCTE Hydrophilic Track Etched Roll Membrane, Pore Size 20µm, Width 6'', Length 650ft
            Pore size (µm)
            20
            Thickness (µm)
            10
            Width
            6'' (15.2cm)
            Lenght (ft)
            650

          PCTE AOX (Hydrophilic)

          GVS PCTE AOX-certified membrane is made from the same thin, microporous polycarbonate film that is the base for our standard PCTE products.

          AOX-certified membrane is further tested to provide a PCTE membrane with the level of trace volatile, chlorinated organics in the base film at or below 0.03μg/cm (or 0.15μg for a 25mm membrane) by EPA method 8010.

          It is ideally suited for use in groundwater and wastewater testing to determine the level of organic halides.

          Halide levels are often regulated and their presence is frequently used as a pollution indicator.

          Typical Applications

          • AOX-certified for halide measurement using regulated tests
          • Low levels of trace volatile, chlorinated organics eliminates interference with result

          Typical Applications

          • Groundwater testing
          • Wastewater testing 
          • Food and dairy testing 
          • Legionella testing 

          PCTE PVP-Treated (Hydrophilic)

          Typical Applications

          • General filtration
          • Removal of red blood cells from plasma
          • Flow control of reagents through assays
          • Precise filtration and prefiltration 
          • Fuel testing
          • Cytology
          • Microscopy

          PCTE Black (Hydrophilic)

          GVS PCTE Membrane is available with a black surface for staining applications.

          Treatment of GVS PCTE with a proprietary black dye makes this membrane appear dark gray.

          The membrane exhibits essentially no autofluorescence and is ideal for direct microscopy applications.

          Typical Applications

          • Epifluorescence
          • Observation of microorganisms
          • Direct counting of microorganisms
          • Water testing