
Quantitative Filter Papers -Low Ash Filter Paper
Quantitative filter papers are laboratory filtration media designed for precise analytical work — especially where the mass of residue or the content of an analyte is measured after filtration.
Key properties:
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Known and reproducible filtration characteristics
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Low contamination from the paper itself
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Consistent fiber structure for predictable flow rates and particle retention
Low ash paper has reduced ash content compared to regular filter paper, but not as low as ashless grades.
Characteristics
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Some inorganic fillers may be present to adjust strength/flow
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Ash content is low, but higher than ashless
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Typically < ~0.3%–0.5% ash depending on grade
Uses
✔ Routine filtration where very low ash is helpful but ultra-low ash isn’t critical
✔ Less rigorous gravimetric work
✔ Industrial or quality control labs
Quick Comparison
| Feature | Ashless Filter Paper | Low Ash Filter Paper |
|---|---|---|
| Ash Content (after ignition) | Very Low (≈ <0.01%) | Low (≈ 0.1–0.5%) |
| Purity | Very High | High |
| Inorganic Fillers | None | Some possible |
| Best For | High-precision gravimetric work | Routine low-ash filtration |
| Typical Cost | Higher | Moderate |
Choosing the Right Grade
Choose Ashless if:
✔ Your analysis involves ignition and weighing of residue
✔ The analyte is very fine or low mass
✔ You need minimum background contamination
Choose Low Ash if:
✔ You still need low contamination
✔ Your analysis isn’t gravimetric with very strict precision
✔ Cost is a consideration
| Grade | Retention (µm) | Filtration Speed (Herzberg sec / 100 mL) | Filtration Rapidity (mL/min) | Loading Capacity | GE Whatman Cross Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 391 | 2–3 | 1200 | 7 | Medium | 50 |
| 392 | 5–8 | 300 | 33 | Medium | 52 |
| 388 | 12–15 | 40 | 267 | Medium | 54 |
| 94 | 1.5 | 1724 | 4 | Medium | 42 |
| 74 | 2.0 | 229 | 30 | Medium | 40 |
| 54 | 10.0 | 34 | 200 | Medium | 41 |
| 95 | 1.5 | 458 | 15 | Medium | 542 |
| 75 | 2.0 | 149 | 45 | Medium | 540 |
| 55 | 15.0 | 31 | 220 | Medium | 541 |
(100 circles/box)
| Size (cm) | 54 | 55 | 74 | 75 | 94 | 95 | 388 | 391 | 392 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.25 | 0540-0425 | 0550-0425 | 0740-0425 | 0750-0425 | 0940-0425 | 0950-0425 | 3880-0425 | 3910-0425 | 3920-0425 |
| 4.70 | 0540-0470 | 0550-0470 | 0740-0470 | 0750-0470 | 0940-0470 | 0950-0470 | 3880-0470 | 3910-0470 | 3920-0470 |
| 5.50 | 0540-0550 | 0550-0550 | 0740-0550 | 0750-0550 | 0940-0550 | 0950-0550 | 3880-0550 | 3910-0550 | 3920-0550 |
| 7.00 | 0540-0700 | 0550-0700 | 0740-0700 | 0750-0700 | 0940-0700 | 0950-0700 | 3880-0700 | 3910-0700 | 3920-0700 |
| 9.00 | 0540-0900 | 0550-0900 | 0740-0900 | 0750-0900 | 0940-0900 | 0950-0900 | 3880-0900 | 3910-0900 | 3920-0900 |
| 11.00 | 0540-1100 | 0550-1100 | 0740-1100 | 0750-1100 | 0940-1100 | 0950-1100 | 3880-1100 | 3910-1100 | 3920-1100 |
| 12.50 | 0540-1250 | 0550-1250 | 0740-1250 | 0750-1250 | 0940-1250 | 0950-1250 | 3880-1250 | 3910-1250 | 3920-1250 |
| 15.00 | 0540-1500 | 0550-1500 | 0740-1500 | 0750-1500 | 0940-1500 | 0950-1500 | 3880-1500 | 3910-1500 | 3920-1500 |
| 18.50 | 0540-1850 | 0550-1850 | 0740-1850 | 0750-1850 | 0940-1850 | 0950-1850 | 3880-1850 | 3910-1850 | 3920-1850 |
| 24.00 | 0540-2400 | 0550-2400 | 0740-2400 | 0750-2400 | 0940-2400 | 0950-2400 | 3880-2400 | 3910-2400 | 3920-2400 |
| 27.00 | 0540-2700 | 0550-2700 | 0740-2700 | 0750-2700 | 0940-2700 | 0950-2700 | 3880-2700 | 3910-2700 | 3920-2700 |
| 32.00 | 0540-3200 | 0550-3200 | 0740-3200 | 0750-3200 | 0940-3200 | 0950-3200 | 3880-3200 | 3910-3200 | 3920-3200 |
| 40.00 | 0540-4000 | 0550-4000 | 0740-4000 | 0750-4000 | 0940-4000 | 0950-4000 | 3880-4000 | 3910-4000 | 3920-4000 |
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