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TangenX
manufactures ProStream™ and HyStream™ modified PES membranes validated for use in cGMP processes.
Both membrane chemistries are available in our NovaSet™ and Sius™ ultrafiltration cassettes. We
also die cut from sheet stock these membranes into standard disc formats, and custom configurations upon request.
Our cut discs are available in common diameters to fit conventional stirred cells and our X-Flo76 Membrane Screening System.
Discs are disposable; however, if appropriate cleaning measures are taken, they may be washed and reused typically 10
to 20 times.
Call with your special die configuration needs.
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HyStream™
(XP) - This PES membrane has been modified to be significantly
more hydrophilic than standard PES membranes. It is resistant to fouling by hydrophobic species such as fats, lipids,
anti-foams, and other similar highly fouling substances. HyStream™ modified PES membranes prevent the
dramatic decrease in flow rate that typically occurs with many downstream processing applications where hydrophobic species
are present. Optimal flow rates are achieved for fast, efficient processing. Available in 1kD, 3kD,
5kD, 10kD, 30kD, 50kD, 100kD, 300kD, 0.1um and 0.2um.
HyStream
- the performance of regenerated cellulose with the robustness of modifed PES!
Pore Size Distribution and Selectivity
The selective portion of an ultrafiltration membrane is the shiny surface layer known as the "skin"
of the membrane. The layer beneath the skin is made up of a "finger-pore" structure that supports the skin
and facilitates liquid flow. Examination of the scanning electron micrograph (SEM) below shows the porous substructure
of the TangenX ProStream™ 10K membrane. The uniform finger pores of this substructure allow for minimal particle
entrapment which results in low fouling and maximum fluid flow. TangenX has developed this membrane substructure to
ensure a defect-free surface and provide maximum adhesion to the substrate while achieving highest possible flow rates.
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| SCANNING ELECTRON MICROGRAPH OF PROSTREAM 10K mPES MEMBRANE |
UF membranes are size rated in kilodaltons (kD) and are based on nominal molecular weight cutoff (MWCO). MWCO is
the ability of a membrane to retain 90% of a globular macromolecule of defined molecular weight. Unlike microporous
membranes, UF membranes do not have an absolute micron rating (e.g., retain 100% of a macromolecule of the rated pore size)
because all pores are not the same size. Instead, UF membranes utilize nominal molecular weight cutoffs that are a measure
of the pore size distribution across the membrane surface. This differing pore size distribution enables UF membranes
to have high selectivity; that is, the ability to differentiate between macromolecules of similar size.
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Membrane Selection Guidelines: Factors to Consider for Optimal Performance
TangenX recommends
selecting a molecular weight cutoff (MWCO) that is 3 to 6 times smaller than the protein or other molecule you want to retain.
If obtaining highest possible flow rates is most critical to your application, then choose a more open MWCO membrane at the
lower end of the range (3x). If retention is your main concern, then choose a tighter MWCO membrane at the upper end
of the range (6x). Please keep in mind that certain factors can influence the selectivity and retentivity of a membrane.
The shape of a molecule, presence of other solutes, pressure, adsorption and ionic conditions may affect membrane performance.
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TangenX Technology Corporation
910 Boston Turnpike Road
Shrewsbury,
MA 01545 USA
(508) 845-6400 (PHONE)
(508) 845-3030 (FAX)
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