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Milli-Q

Opticap® XL Filter

Produces bacteria- and particulate-free Type 2 pure water, for use with Milli-Q® CLX

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About This Item

UNSPSC Code:
41104212
NACRES:
JA.13
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material

membrane ( 0.22 μm Durapore® for bacteria removal)

Quality Level

300

sterility

sterile

packaging

pkg of 1 unit

manufacturer/tradename

Opticap®

impurities

<10 cfu/mL Microorganisms

total organic carbon (TOC) residue

<500 ppb

pore size

0.22 μm pore size

compatibility

for use with Milli-Q® CLX

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General description

The Opticap® filter is a pharmaceutical-grade sterilizing filter designed to remove bacteria and particulates from pure water before it enters the analyzer. Placed in the distribution loop, the loop panel with Opticap® XL Filter may be wall-mounted or standalone.
The filter is compatible with Milli-Q® CLX 7000 series water purification systems.

Application

The Opticap® XL filter delivers bacteria- and particulate-free purified water for critical research applications.

Features and Benefits

  • 0.22 μm Durapore® membrane for bacteria removal.
  • Ensure compliance with CLRW-quality specifications.
  • Delivered with a Certificate of Quality (CoQ).
  • Replace every 6 months for optimal results.

Components

  • Opticap® XL Filter with 0.22μm Durapore® membrane for bacteria removal.
  • Quality certificate.

Other Notes

Directions for Use
  • Organism Retention: Microorganism.
  • Mode of Action: Filtration (size exclusion).
  • Application: General laboratory analysis.
  • Intended Use: Water purification.
  • Instructions for Use: Please refer to system equipment user guide section "Using the System" (available on USB key in the system box).
  • Storage Statement: Store in dry location.
  • Disposal Statement: Dispose of in accordance with applicable federal, state and local regulations.

Legal Information

Durapore is a registered trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany
Milli-Q is a registered trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany
OPTICAP is a registered trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany

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  1. What is the shelf life for Filter?

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    1. The shelf life is 2 years for all consumables kept in the recommended storage conditions (temperatures from 5 to 30°C; humidity between 10 and 80%). Contact your local representative (https://www.sigmaaldrich.com/collections/offices) for more information.

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  2. How are consumables changed?

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    1. To help you to change your system's consumables, several video tutorials are available on our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2TUriaAaEA_IXDCnPbDk6OmrwptjwOHD. For high-flow systems, please keep in mind that all consumable changes must be approved by a 3-digit code that only the person in charge of the system knows.

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  3. How can I know which consumables can be used with my system?

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    1. To know which consumables can be used on your system, you can see in the user manual of your system or see all the consumables for each system listed on https://www.sigmaaldrich.com/products/water-purification/milli-q-consumables.

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  4. What steps are you taking towards improved sustainability?

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    1. Sustainability is at the heart of our innovations. From reducing water and energy consumption, to minimizing plastic and chemical waste, our dedicated water system engineers are constantly working on new ways to reduce the ecological footprint of our products to better support the sustainability goals we're all striving towards. For more information, we invite you to review the following brochure and infographic which highlight our efforts and achievements: https://www.sigmaaldrich.com/life-science/milliq#sus. Do not hesitate to contact your local representative or sales contact (https://www.sigmaaldrich.com/collections/offices) for further information.

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  5. Can I arrange to have my consumables automatically ordered and delivered once a year?

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    1. It's possible to place only one consumable order per year with a specific contract called "Consumable Supply Agreement (CSA)" (https://www.sigmaaldrich.com/US/en/products/water-purification/milli-q-consumables#csa). For further information, contact your local representative or sales contact (https://www.sigmaaldrich.com/US/en/collections/offices).

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