Description
Specifications Table
| Product Name | Whatman Grade 20 Chromatography Paper | 3020-917 |
|---|---|
| Quantity/Pack Size | 46x57CM (Pack of 100) |
| Form | Sheets |
| Grade | Grade 20 |
| Application | Qualitative chromatography, separation techniques |
Product Description
The Whatman Grade 20 Chromatography Paper | 3020-917 is a premium-quality cellulose chromatography paper designed for high-resolution chromatographic separations in analytical, pharmaceutical, biochemical, environmental, and research laboratories. Manufactured from 100% high-quality cotton linters without additives, this chromatography paper offers excellent purity, uniform capillary action, and reproducible flow characteristics, making it ideal for separating complex mixtures and samples of unknown composition.
Grade 20 Chromatography Paper is specifically engineered to deliver maximum resolution at low sample loadings. With a smooth surface, thickness of approximately 0.17 mm, and a controlled flow rate, it enables precise migration of analytes for reliable qualitative and quantitative analysis. Its highly uniform fiber structure ensures excellent reproducibility, making it suitable for paper chromatography, electrophoresis support, and protein or nucleic acid blotting applications.
This chromatography paper is widely used in pharmaceutical quality control laboratories, biotechnology research, food and beverage testing, environmental monitoring, forensic laboratories, and educational institutions. Supplied as 460 × 570 mm sheets in packs of 100, it provides an economical solution for high-throughput chromatography and laboratory research while maintaining the trusted performance associated with Whatman laboratory consumables.
Key Features
- Premium Grade 20 cellulose chromatography paper.
- Manufactured from 100% pure cotton linters.
- Excellent resolution for separating closely related compounds.
- Smooth surface with uniform capillary action.
- Approximately 0.17 mm thickness.
- Consistent flow characteristics for reproducible results.
- Suitable for chromatography, electrophoresis, and blotting applications.
- Ideal for pharmaceutical, research, biotechnology, and educational laboratories.
Why Choose Whatman Grade 20 Chromatography Paper?
Whatman Grade 20 Chromatography Paper is trusted worldwide for its exceptional purity, outstanding chromatographic resolution, and batch-to-batch consistency. Its carefully controlled cellulose structure ensures accurate separations and dependable laboratory performance across a wide range of analytical and research applications.
Applications
- Paper Chromatography
- Analytical Chemistry
- Pharmaceutical Quality Control
- Biochemical and Molecular Biology Research
- Protein and Nucleic Acid Blotting
- Environmental Testing
- Food and Beverage Analysis
- Educational and Research Laboratories
Storage & Handling
- Store in the original packaging in a clean, dry environment.
- Protect from moisture, dust, and direct sunlight.
- Handle with clean gloves or forceps to prevent contamination.
- Keep unused sheets flat and properly sealed.
- For laboratory and research use only.
The Whatman Grade 20 Chromatography Paper | 3020-917 provides excellent chromatographic resolution, consistent capillary action, and reliable analytical performance. It is an ideal choice for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, environmental, forensic, and research laboratories performing high-quality chromatographic separations.
FAQs
1. What is Whatman Grade 20 Chromatography Paper used for?
It is primarily used for paper chromatography, analytical separations, biochemical analysis, electrophoresis support, protein blotting, nucleic acid blotting, and research applications requiring high-resolution separations.
2. What material is Grade 20 Chromatography Paper made from?
It is manufactured from 100% pure cotton linters without additives, providing excellent purity, uniform capillary action, and reproducible chromatographic performance.
3. Why is Grade 20 recommended for chromatography?
Grade 20 offers outstanding resolution for separating closely related compounds at low sample loadings, making it suitable for demanding analytical and research applications.
4. Which laboratories commonly use this chromatography paper?
It is widely used in pharmaceutical laboratories, biotechnology research centers, environmental testing laboratories, food and beverage quality control facilities, forensic laboratories, and educational institutions.
5. How should Whatman Grade 20 Chromatography Paper be stored?
Store the paper in its original packaging in a cool, dry place away from moisture, dust, and direct sunlight. Handle with clean gloves or forceps to maintain purity and analytical performance.
