18mm 0.3 Micron Adhesive Lid Filter Stickers 50-Pack | Microppose – Midwest Grow Kits

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Microppose 18mm 0.3 Micron Self-Adhesive Lid Filter Stickers for Jar Lids & Tissue Culture (50-Pack)

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Description

Turn any jar lid or culture container into a breathable, contamination-proof workspace in seconds. The Microppose 18mm 0.3 Micron Self-Adhesive Lid Filter Stickers peel and stick directly over a drilled hole in metal or plastic lids, letting your culture breathe while blocking airborne spores and bacteria.

Backed by industrial-strength 3M adhesive, these filters stay put through handling, autoclaving, and long incubation runs — no peeling, no falling off. Each sheet gives you 50 filters, making them the fastest, most economical way to build your own sterile lids for injections and transfers. The compact 18mm size is perfect for grain spawn jars, liquid culture jars, and small tissue culture vessels.

0.3µmFiltration Efficiency
3MAdhesive Backing
50Filters Per Sheet
18mmRound

Why Growers Choose These Filters

  • True 0.3 Micron Filtration – Stops contaminant spores and bacteria while allowing clean, consistent gas exchange.
  • Won't Fall Off – Industrial 3M adhesive holds through autoclaving, humidity, and months of incubation.
  • Lightning-Fast Application – Peel and stick in seconds; no cutting, taping, or polyfill stuffing.
  • Breathes Better – A proprietary micron layer resists moisture saturation for faster, cleaner colonization.

How to Apply

  • Drill or punch a hole in your jar lid or tissue culture lid (a 1/4" hole works well for 18mm; add a second hole for extra airflow).
  • Peel a filter from the sheet and press it firmly over the opening, centering it so the adhesive fully seals around the hole.
  • Pair with a self-healing injection port for a complete DIY sterile lid ready for inoculation and transfers.

Key Features

  • 0.3 micron filtration efficiency – blocks spores and bacteria, allows clean airflow
  • Strong 3M adhesive backing – stays put even after autoclaving
  • Hydrophobic & oleophobic – resists moisture saturation and oil
  • Fully autoclavable – high-temperature resistant for repeated sterilization
  • Made from 100% recycled material
  • 50 filters per sheet – 18mm round

Common Uses

  • Grain spawn jars and liquid culture jars
  • Agar work and spore-to-liquid culture
  • Plant tissue culture vessels and containers
  • DIY sterile lids for injections and transfers

Unlike the re-purposed filters sold everywhere else, these use a unique proprietary micron layer that does not break down from steam, resists moisture saturation, and breathes far better than cheaper alternatives — giving you faster, cleaner colonization every time.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size hole should I drill for these filters?

Drill or punch a hole smaller than the filter so the 3M adhesive fully seals around the edge. For the 18mm size, a 1/4" hole works well, and you can add a second small hole for extra gas exchange on grain jars.

Can these be autoclaved or pressure cooked?

Yes. They are fully autoclavable and high-temperature resistant. The 3M adhesive and proprietary micron layer hold up to repeated steam sterilization without peeling or breaking down.

What can I use them for?

Grain spawn jars, liquid culture, agar work, and plant tissue culture vessels — anywhere you need sterile gas exchange. Pair them with a self-healing injection port to build a complete DIY sterile lid for inoculation and transfers.

How is 0.3 micron different from cheaper filter discs?

The 0.3 micron layer blocks bacteria and mold spores while still breathing well. Unlike re-purposed filters, this proprietary layer resists moisture saturation and does not degrade from steam, so you get more reliable, faster colonization.

Should I get the 18mm or the 28mm?

The 18mm (50 per sheet) is ideal for standard grain spawn jars, liquid culture jars, and small tissue culture containers. Choose the 28mm (21 per sheet) if you want more filter surface area for larger lids, wide-mouth jars, or tubs where extra gas exchange helps.

Complete Your Sterile Lid

Pair these filters with a self-healing injection port to build a reusable DIY sterile lid you can inoculate again and again without contamination.

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