Falcon® 40 µm cell strainer is a sterile, easy-to-use device for rapidly isolating primary cells to consistently obtain a uniform single-cell suspension from tissues. Applications include stem cells and primary cells. Individually packaged, 50/case

Features

• Strong nylon mesh with 40- micron pores for optimal performance in a variety of applications




• Evenly spaced mesh pores providing consistent and reliable results




• Conveniently accessible in individual packaging




• Extended lip on strainer enables aseptic handling with forceps




• Molded color-coded polypropylene frame with tab enables easy handling and identification




• Fits perfectly into 50 mL Falcon Conical Tube




• Disposable, easy-to-use, inexpensive, maintains sample integrity




• Sterilized by gamma irradiation, noncytotoxic










Application





• Faster, easier alternative to gauze filtration




• Ideal for preparation of flow cytometry samples, including:
  — Single cell suspensions of blood cells from marrow, pancreas, thymus, tonsil, and lymph nodes
  — Stem cells, tissue-derived cells, and cancer cells
  — Preparation of specimens for primary cell cultures and immunogens
  — Preparation of freezing stocks
  — Filtering agglutinative proteins produced in inactivation serum