Dipsticks represent a quick, easy and non-invasive method for assessing patient health. Cellulose materials are ideal for impregnation with the necessary reagents needed for reaction squares on a dipstick - but not all cellulose materials are equal. Whatman provides the highest quality cellulose materials to quickly optimize your diagnostic product.
Features and Benefits
- Even colour development.
Smooth, white Whatman materials won't interfere with colour changes.
- Consistent sample absorption.
Whatman materials are manufactured to strict tolerances.
Product Range and Properties
CF3
100% cotton linter. The most popular product for this application.
CF4
100% cotton linter. Treated with acid to further reduce contaminants. Faster absorbency than CF3.
| Typical Test Data - Dipstick Materials |
| Grade |
Thickness (µm@53kPa) |
Wicking Rate (s/4cm) |
Water Absorption (mg/cm2) |
| CF3 |
322 |
75 |
31 |
| CF4 |
482 |
55 |
46 |