Millipore HAWP04700 – MF-Millipore™ MCE Membrane Filter, 0.45 μm, 47 mm

Millipore HAWP04700 – MF-Millipore™ MCE Membrane Filter, 0.45 μm, 47 mm

Product Overview

The Millipore HAWP04700 MF-Millipore™ Membrane Filter is a premium hydrophilic mixed cellulose ester (MCE) membrane designed for microbiological analysis, particulate analysis, environmental monitoring, water quality testing, and laboratory filtration. With a 0.45 μm pore size and 47 mm diameter, it provides excellent particle retention, high flow rates, and reliable analytical performance. Its smooth white surface creates outstanding contrast for colony counting, making it one of the industry’s most trusted membrane filters for microbiological applications.

Key Features

• Hydrophilic Mixed Cellulose Ester (MCE) membrane
• 0.45 μm pore size for fine particle retention
• 47 mm diameter
• White membrane for superior colony visibility
• High flow rate with excellent sample throughput
• Uniform pore structure for reproducible filtration
• High recovery of microorganisms
• Suitable for vacuum filtration systems
• Compatible with standard 47 mm filter holders
• Non-sterile membrane discs
• Pack of 100 filters

Technical Specifications

Specification  Details

Brand : Millipore

Product Code : HAWP04700

Product Series : MF-Millipore™

Membrane Material : Mixed Cellulose Ester (MCE)

Membrane Type : Hydrophilic

Pore Size : 0.45 μm

Membrane Diameter : 47 mm

Membrane Color : White

Surface Finish : Plain

Thickness : Approximately 150 μm

Bubble Point : Approximately 2.1 bar (30 psi)

Water Flow Rate : High

Sterility : Non-sterile

Maximum Operating Temperature : Up to 75°C

Packaging : 100 Membrane Discs

Product Description

The MF-Millipore™ HAWP04700 membrane filter is manufactured using high-quality mixed cellulose esters to provide consistent pore size distribution and excellent retention of microorganisms and suspended particles. Its hydrophilic nature allows rapid wetting with aqueous samples without requiring pre-wetting agents.

The white membrane offers excellent visual contrast, making bacterial colonies easy to identify and count after incubation. It is widely used in pharmaceutical laboratories, microbiology laboratories, environmental testing facilities, food and beverage industries, and water quality laboratories.

Applications

Ideal for:

• Microbiological analysis
• Water quality testing
• Drinking water analysis
• Pharmaceutical quality control
• Sterility testing
• Food and beverage microbiology
• Environmental monitoring
• Wastewater analysis
• Air monitoring (with appropriate equipment)
• Particulate analysis
• General laboratory filtration
• Sample clarification
• Research laboratories

Advantages

• Excellent microorganism recovery
• Uniform pore size distribution
• Fast filtration performance
• High dirt-holding capacity
• Superior colony contrast for easier counting
• Reliable and reproducible analytical results
• Compatible with vacuum manifold filtration systems
• Easy handling and installation
• Cost-effective solution for routine microbiological testing

Chemical Compatibility

Suitable for filtration of:

• Water
• Buffer solutions
• Aqueous samples
• Nutrient media
• Microbiological samples
• Dilute acids
• Dilute alkalis
• Environmental samples

Not recommended for:

• Strong organic solvents
• Concentrated acids
• Concentrated alkalis
• Aggressive oxidizing chemicals

Industries Served

• Pharmaceutical Industry
• Biotechnology
• Clinical Laboratories
• Academic Research
• Environmental Testing
• Water Treatment Plants
• Food & Beverage Industry
• Beverage Bottling Plants
• Quality Control Laboratories
• Government Testing Laboratories

Package Contents

• 100 × MF-Millipore™ MCE Membrane Filters
• 47 mm Diameter
• 0.45 μm Pore Size
• White Hydrophilic Membrane

Why Choose Millipore MF-Millipore™ HAWP04700?

The Millipore HAWP04700 MF-Millipore™ Membrane Filter is recognized worldwide for its reliable performance in microbiological testing and laboratory filtration. Its hydrophilic mixed cellulose ester membrane delivers excellent microorganism recovery, high flow rates, and superior colony visualization, making it an ideal choice for routine laboratory testing, environmental monitoring, and quality control applications.