Filters and Cassettes
SKC has a wide range of high quality filter materials and remains on the leading edge of particulate air sampling through active research and collaboration with leading experts around the globe. We can offer Membrane Filters, Depth Filters, Coated (Treated) Filters and Cassettes, as well as a range of filter and cassette accessories.
A typical filter has a rough side and a shiny side. The shiny side is easier to read under a microscope. Therefore, expose the shiny side to the air when collecting samples for microscopic analysis. The rough side holds the dust more effectively, so the rough side is exposed for gravimetric sampling.
See our Filters and Cassettes Selection Guide for more advice.
Mixed Cellulose Ester (MCE) Membrane
Filters
• Hydrophilic
• Low metal background
• Autoclavable
• Biologically inert
• Dissolves/clears completely
PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) Membrane
Filters
• Strong and resistant to acids, bases and solvents
• Hydrophobic
• Low background
• Low tare mass
• Autoclavable
Polycarbonate Membrane Filters
• Smooth surface
• Thin, transparent, non-staining
• Chemically resistant, biologically inert
• Thermally stable & Hydrophobic
• Exceptionally low tare weight
Silver Membrane Filters
• Chemically inert
• High temperature resistance & autoclavable
• Uniform porosity and thickness
• Bacteriostatic
• Hydrostatic
• Hydrophilic and inorganic
Glass Fibre Depth Filters
• Binder-free
• High temperature tolerance
• Autoclavable
• Hydrophobic
• High particle retention and wet strength
Gelatin Filters
• Pre-sterilised for gamma irradiation
• High moisture content
• Water soluble - dissolves easily on agar
• Suitable for bioaerosols
Coated (treated) Filters
• Ready to use
• Time-saving
• Economical
• No assembly required
• Meet agency method specifications
Diesel Particulate Matter (DPM) Cassettes
• For elemental carbon analysis of DPM
• Also for carbon nanotubes and fibres
• Meets NIOSH Method 5040
• Preloaded in specially designed cassette
• Dissolves/clears completely
BestChek Asbestos Cassettes
• Preloaded filters include cellulose supports
• Low background fibre count
• Filter material clears thoroughly
• Certified leak-free
ISO-Chek Cassettes
• Simultaneous and separate collection of isocyanate phases
• Preloaded filters in cassette
• Meets the specifications of several methods
• No handling precautions
• Reagent is stable at room temperature
VersaTrap Spore Cassettes
• Traps smaller mould spores using higher flows
• Certified leak-free cassettes for sample integrity
• Optimised slide adhesive
• Unique serial number on each cassette for tracability
Filter & Cassette Accessories
• Cassette Blanks
• Cassette Shrink Bands
• Filter Holders
• Filter Supports
• Cassette Inserts
