Processes for preparing barrier layer films for use in enzyme electrodes and films made thereby

摘要

Methods for forming thin layer barrier layer films for use in enzyme containing laminated membranes and membranes formed thereby are disclosed. The barrier layers exhibit improved acetaminophen rejection and comprise a cellulose acetate/cellulose acetate butyrate blend. The thin layer barrier membranes are formed from a plural solvent containing solution and are cured at a critical temperature of about 102 DEG -114 DEG F., most preferably at about 106 DEG F.-114 DEG F. while traveling through a circulating hot air oven. Alternatively, the membranes can be cured at room temperature or in a stagnant oven at temperatures of from room temperature to about 175 DEG C. (350 DEG F.) for a period of from about 10 minutes to 1 hour.