Product Information

DOW FILMTEC Membranes

DOW FILMTEC Fiberglassed Elements for Light Industrial Systems
Features

DOW FILMTEC brackish water reverse osmosis membrane elements provide consistent,
outstanding system performance in light industrial applications.

DOW FILMTEC LE-4040 delivers highest performance at lowest pressure resulting in

less energy usage and lower costs.
DOW FILMTEC BW30-4040 is the industry standard for reliable operation and
production of the highest quality water.
DOW FILMTEC BW30-2540 elements are designed for systems smaller than 1 gpm (0.2
m3/h) offering a hard shell exterior for extra strength.

Elements with a hard shell exterior are recommended for systems with multiple-element
housings containing three or more membranes, as they are designed to withstand higher
pressure drops.
Product Specifications
Product
LE-4040
BW30-4040
BW30-2540

Part Number
275173
80783
80766

Feed Spacer
Thickness (mil)
34
34
28

Permeate Flow Rate

gpd (m3/d)
2,500 (9.5)
2,400 (9.1)
850 (3.2)

Stabilized Salt
Rejection (%)
99.0
99.5
99.5

1. Permeate flow and salt rejection based on the following test conditions: 2,000 ppm NaCl, applied pressure: 150 psig (10.3 bar) for LE-4040 and 225 psig (15.5 bar) for
BW30-4040 and BW30-2540, 77F (25C) and 15% recovery.
2. Permeate flows for individual elements may vary +/-20%.
3. For the purpose of improvement, specifications may be updated periodically.
4. LE-4040 replaces BW30LE-4040.

Figure 1

Product

Dimensions Inches (mm)

A
B

LE-4040
BW30-4040
BW30-2540

40.0 (1,016)
40.0 (1,016)
40.0 (1,016)

0.75 (19)
0.75 (19)
0.75 (19)

3.9 (99)
3.9 (99)
2.4 (61)

1.05 (26.7)
1.05 (26.7)
1.19 (30.2)

1. Refer to DOW FILMTEC Design Guidelines for multiple-element systems.

2. BW30-2540 elements fit nominal 2.5-inch I.D. pressure vessel. BW30LE-4040 and BW30-4040 elements fit nominal 4-inch I.D. pressure vessel.

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Trademark of The Dow Chemical Company ("Dow") or an affiliated company of Dow

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Form No. 609-00350-0911

Operating Limits

a
b
c

Important
Information

Membrane Type
Maximum Operating Temperaturea
Maximum Operating Pressure
Maximum Feed Flow Rate - 4040 elements
- 2540 elements
Maximum Pressure Drop
pH Range, Continuous Operationa
pH Range, Short-Term Cleaningb
Maximum Feed Silt Density Index
Free Chlorine Tolerancec

Polyamide Thin-Film Composite

113F (45C)
600 psi (41 bar)
16 gpm (3.6 m3/h)
6 gpm (1.4 m3/h)
15 psig (1.0 bar)
2 - 11
1 - 13
SDI 5
<0.1 ppm

Maximum temperature for continuous operation above pH 10 is 95F (35C).

Refer to Cleaning Guidelines in specification sheet 609-23010.
Under certain conditions, the presence of free chlorine and other oxidizing agents will cause premature membrane failure. Since oxidation
damage is not covered under warranty, DOW FILMTEC recommends removing residual free chlorine by pretreatment prior to membrane
exposure. Please refer to technical bulletin 609-22010 for more information.

Proper start-up of reverse osmosis water treatment systems is essential to prepare the membranes
for operating service and to prevent membrane damage due to overfeeding or hydraulic shock.
Following the proper start-up sequence also helps ensure that system operating parameters conform
to design specifications so that system water quality and productivity goals can be achieved.
Before initiating system start-up procedures, membrane pretreatment, loading of the membrane
elements, instrument calibration and other system checks should be completed.
Please refer to the application information literature entitled Start-Up Sequence (Form No. 60902077) for more information.

Operation
Guidelines

Avoid any abrupt pressure or cross-flow variations on the spiral elements during start-up,
shutdown, cleaning or other sequences to prevent possible membrane damage. During start-up, a
gradual change from a standstill to operating state is recommended as follows:
Feed pressure should be increased gradually over a 30-60 second time frame.
Cross-flow velocity at set operating point should be achieved gradually over 15-20 seconds.
Permeate obtained from first hour of operation should be discarded.

General Information

Keep elements moist at all times after initial wetting.

If operating limits and guidelines given in this bulletin are not strictly followed, the limited
warranty will be null and void.
To prevent biological growth during prolonged system shutdowns, it is recommended that
membrane elements be immersed in a preservative solution.
The customer is fully responsible for the effects of incompatible chemicals and lubricants on
elements.
Maximum pressure drop across an entire pressure vessel (housing) is 50 psi (3.4 bar).
Avoid static permeate-side backpressure at all times.

Regulatory Note

These membranes may be subject to drinking water application restrictions in some countries:
please check the application status before use and sale.

DOW FILMTEC Membranes

Notice: The use of this product in and of itself does not necessarily guarantee the removal of cysts and pathogens from water.
Effective cyst and pathogen reduction is dependent on the complete system design and on the operation and maintenance of
the system.

For more information about DOW

FILMTEC membranes, call the Dow
Water & Process Solutions business:
North America:
1-800-447-4369
Latin America:
(+55) 11-5188-9222
Europe:
(+32) 3-450-2240
Pacific:
+60 3 7958 3392
Japan:
+813 5460 2100
China:
+86 21 2301 1000
www.dowwaterandprocess.com

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Notice: No freedom from any patent owned by Dow or others is to be inferred. Because use conditions and applicable laws
may differ from one location to another and may change with time, Customer is responsible for determining whether products
and the information in this document are appropriate for Customer's use and for ensuring that Customer's workplace and
disposal practices are in compliance with applicable laws and other government enactments. Dow assumes no obligation or
liability for the information in this document. NO WARRANTIES ARE GIVEN; ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED.

Trademark of The Dow Chemical Company ("Dow") or an affiliated company of Dow

Form No. 609-00350-0911

Product Information

FILMTEC Membranes

FILMTEC SW30-8040 Seawater Reverse Osmosis Element

Product Specifications
Product
SW30-8040
1.
2.
3.
4.

Active Area
ft2 (m2)
300 (28)

Permeate Flow Rate

gpd (m3/d)
6,000 (23)

Minimum Salt
Rejection %
98.6

Stabilized Salt
Rejection %
99.1

The above benchmark values are based on the following test conditions: 32,000 ppm NaCl, 5 ppm Boron, 800 psi (5.5 MPa), 77F (25C), pH 8 and 10% recovery.
Permeate flows for individual elements may vary +/-15%.
Product specifications may vary slightly as improvements are implemented.
Active area guaranteed +/-5%. Active area as stated by FilmTec Corporation is not comparable to the nominal membrane area figure often stated by some element
suppliers. Measurement method described in Form No. 609-00434.

Figure 1

B DIA

Feed

C DIA

Fiberglass Outer Wrap

U-Cup Brine Seal

End Cap

Brine

Product

Dimensions Inches (mm)

A

SW30-8040

40 (1,016)

1.125 (29)

7.9 (201)

1.
2.

Refer to FilmTec Corporation Design Guidelines for multiple-element systems.

Elements fit nominal 8-inch (203 mm) I.D. pressure vessel.

Operating Limits

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Membrane Type
Maximum Operating Pressure
Maximum Operating Temperature
Maximum Feed Turbidity
Free Chlorine Tolerance
pH Range, Continuous Operation
pH Range, Short-Term Cleaning (30 min.)
Maximum Feed Flow
Maximum Feed Silt Density Index (SDI)

Product

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Thin-Film Composite
1,015 psi (7.0 MPa)
113F (45C)
1 NTU
<0.1 ppm
2 11
1 13
60 gpm (14 m3/h)
SDI 5

Trademark of The Dow Chemical Company ("Dow") or an affiliated company of Dow

Form No. 609-00616-0808

Important
Information

Proper start-up of reverse osmosis water treatment systems is essential to prepare the
membranes for operating service and to prevent membrane damage due to overfeeding or
hydraulic shock. Following the proper start-up sequence also helps ensure that system
operating parameters conform to design specifications so that system water quality and
productivity goals can be achieved.
Before initiating system start-up procedures, membrane pretreatment, loading of the
membrane elements, instrument calibration and other system checks should be completed.
Please refer to the application information literature entitled Start-Up Sequence (Form No.
609-02077) for more information.

Operation
Guidelines

Avoid any abrupt pressure or cross-flow variations on the spiral elements during start-up,
shutdown, cleaning or other sequences to prevent possible membrane damage. During startup, a gradual change from a standstill to operating state is recommended as follows:
Feed pressure should be increased gradually over a 30-60 second time frame.
Cross-flow velocity at set operating point should be achieved gradually over 15-20 seconds.
Permeate obtained from first hour of operation should be discarded.

General
Information

Keep elements moist at all times after initial wetting.

If operating limits and guidelines given in this bulletin are not strictly followed, the limited
warranty will be null and void. Refer to FILMTEC Reverse Osmosis and Nanofiltration
Element Three-Year Prorated Limited Warranty (Form No. 609-35010)
To prevent biological growth during prolonged system shutdowns, it is recommended that
membrane elements be immersed in a preservative solution.
The customer is fully responsible for the effects of incompatible chemicals and lubricants
on elements.
Maximum pressure drop across an entire pressure vessel (housing) is 50 psi (3.4 bar).
Avoid static permeate-side backpressure at all times.

FILMTEC Membranes

Notice: The use of this product in and of itself does not necessarily guarantee the removal of cysts and pathogens from water.
Effective cyst and pathogen reduction is dependent on the complete system design and on the operation and maintenance of
the system.

For more information about FILMTEC

membranes, call the Dow Water
Solutions business:
North America:
1-800-447-4369
Latin America:
(+55) 11-5188-9222
Europe:
(+32) 3-450-2240
Pacific:
+60 3 7958 3392
Japan:
+813 5460 2100
China:
+86 21 2301 9000
http://www.dowwatersolutions.com

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Notice: No freedom from any patent owned by Seller or others is to be inferred. Because use conditions and applicable laws
may differ from one location to another and may change with time, Customer is responsible for determining whether products
and the information in this document are appropriate for Customers use and for ensuring that Customers workplace and
disposal practices are in compliance with applicable laws and other governmental enactments. Seller assumes no obligation or
liability for the information in this document. NO WARRANTIES ARE GIVEN. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED.

Trademark of The Dow Chemical Company ("Dow") or an affiliated company of Dow

Form No. 609-00616-0808

Membrane Element

CPA2

Performance:

Permeate Flow:
Salt Rejection:

10,000 gpd (37.9 m /d)

99.7 % (99.5 % minimum)

Type

Configuration:
Membrane Polymer:
Membrane Active Area:
Feed/Brine Spacer Thickness:

Spiral Wound
Composite Polyamide
2
2
365 ft (33.9m )
34 mil (0.87 mm)

Application Data* Maximum Applied Pressure:

Maximum Chlorine Concentration:
Maximum Operating Temperature:
pH Range, Continuous (Cleaning):
Maximum Feedwater Turbidity:
Maximum Feedwater SDI (15 mins):
Maximum Feed Flow:
Minimum Ratio of Concentrate to
Permeate Flow for any Element:
Maximum Pressure Drop for Each Element:

600 psig (4.16 MPa)

< 0.1 PPM
113 F (45 C)
2-10 (1-12)*
1.0 NTU
5.0
3
75 GPM (17.0 m /h)
5:1
10 psi

* The limitations shown here are for general use. For specific projects, operating at more conservative values may
ensure the best performance and longest life of the membrane. See Hydranautics Technical Bulletins for more detail
on operation limits, cleaning pH, and cleaning temperatures.

Test Conditions
The stated performance is initial (data taken after 30 minutes of operation), based on the following conditions:
1500 PPM NaCl solution
225 psi (1.55 MPa) Applied Pressure
77 F (25 C) Operating Temperature
15% Permeate Recovery
6.5 - 7.0 pH Range

A
C
B

FEED

PERMEATE
CONCENTRATE
A, inches (mm)
40.0 (1016)

B, inches (mm)
7.89 (200)

C, inches (mm)
1.125 (28.6)

Weight, lbs. (kg)

36
(16.4)

Notice:
Permeate flow for individual elements may vary + 25 or - 15 percent. Membrane active area may vary +/-4%. All membrane elements are supplied with a brine
seal, interconnector, and o-rings. Elements are enclosed in a sealed polyethylene bag containing less than 1.0% sodium meta-bisulfite solution, and then packaged in a
cardboard box.
Hydranautics believes the information and data contained herein to be accurate and useful. The information and data are offered in good faith, but without guarantee, as
conditions and methods of use of our products are beyond our control. Hydranautics assumes no liability for results obtained or damages incurred through the application of the
presented information and data. It is the user's responsibility to determine the appropriateness of Hydranautics' products for the user's specific end uses.
08/07/12

CPA5-LD
High Flow, High Rejection, Low Fouling Brackish Water RO Membranes
CPA5-LD from the LD Technology innovative low fouling membranes, achieves the highest flow and highest salt rejection for the most difficult of brackish feed water conditions
Where ultrahigh purity water is required under difficult feedwater conditions, the

Key Benefits

CPA5-LD gives the most desirable combination of high rejection and high flow.
For industries such as power, semiconductor, food and beverage, where high purity

High permeate flow 3

11,000 gpd (41.6 m /d)

water is critical to operations, CPA5-LD gives you the most desirable combination of
High salt rejection 99.7 % (99.6 % minimum)

performance and efficiency.

CPA5-LD helps reduce RO system power consumption and the membrane resistance
to biological and colloidal fouling helps reduce the number of cleanings required,

High rejection of boron - 92%

lowering the overall cost of your operation.

Lowest biological and

colloidal fouling

Applications:
Boiler makeup water for power generation
Ultrapure water for semiconductor manufacturing
Ultrapure water for pharmaceutical industries
Industrial waste water recycling
Zero liquid discharge/HERO process

Performance:
Permeate Flow

11,000 gpd (41.6 m3/d)

Salt Rejection

99.7 % (99.6 % minimum)

Applications Data:
pH Range, Continuous (Cleaning)

2-11 (1-13)*

Maximum Feedwater SDI (15 min)

5.0

Maximum Feed Flow

75 GPM (17.0 m3/h)

* The limitations shown here are for general use. For specific projects, operating at more conservative
values may ensure the best performance and longest life of the membrane. See Hydranautics
Technical Bulletins for more detail on operation limits, cleaning pH, and cleaning temperatures.

Test Conditions:
1500 PPM NaCl solution
225 psi (1.55 MPa) Applied Pressure
77oF (25o C) Operating Temperature
15% Permeate Recovery
6.5 - 7.0 pH Range

Greater tolerance to high pH

cleanings
Lower energy consumption

Features:
Enhanced membrane chemistry for increased chemical resistance
Innovative spacer design to minimize trapping of small colloidal particles
HYDRAblock technology providing biostatic properties to minimize proliferation of biological fouling
Proprietary vented seal carrier to eliminate pressure-shock damage during system startup.

CPA5-LD, Composite PolyA

amide RO Membranes,
For Your Water Treatment Needs!
Nitto Denko-Hydranautics is a global leader in research,
including reverse osmosis, nanofiltration, ultrafiltration,
and microfiltration. Our membrane products (SWC, CPA,
ESPA, LFC, ESNA, HYDRAcap, and HYDRAsub) are
used extensively in municipal & industrial water and
wastewater treatment.
Nitto Denko and Hydranautics have over 40 years
experience in the membrane technology arena and
are committed to creating innovative membrane
technologies which provide clean water to a thirsty
world.
Our global membrane division is headquartered
in Oceanside, CA, USA. With three state-of-the-art
manufacturing sites located in Oceanside - CA - USA,
Sh
Shiga - Japan and Shanghai China, Hydranautics has
a ccombined manufacturing area in excess of 131,000 m2
(1,400
(1,400,000 ft2). Our world-wide sales and customer service
offices ar
are located throughout Europe, Asia, the Middle East,
North Amer
America and South America.

Solutions You Need.

Technologies You Trust!
Hydranautics Corporate office:
401 Jones Road, Oceanside, CA 92058, USA 1-800-CPA-PURE Phone: 760-901-2500 Fax: 760-901-2578 Email: info@hydranautics.com
Website: www.membranes.com

Ultra Filtration
Membranes

ISO 9001:2000
Description
Ultrafiltration (UF) is a separation process using membranes with pore sizes in the range of 0.1 to 0.001 micron. The Burton series of UF membranes is a
hollow-fiber inside-out membrane capable of removing high molecular-weight substances, colloidal materials, and organic and inorganic polymeric molecules. Burton UF membrane is made of PAN alloy, which has high hydrophilicity ensuring excellent cleanability.

Features

PAN alloy membranes

High hydrophilicity
Higher design flux
High chemical & mechanical resistance
High fouling resistance
High resistance to organic contamination
Wide range of MWCO
High chlorine tolerance
Cross flow design
Long Service life
Low pressure

Applications

Pre-treatment Filtration
Seawater desalination pretreatment
Pre-treatment to RO System
Pre-treatment to Nano-filtration and Ion Exchange

Water Purification
Surface water filtration, e.g. river water, run-off water
Municipal / Sewage treatment effluent reclamation
Industrial waste treatment effluent reclamation

Technical Information
Model

Performance

Specification

Working Condition

HM4040-5

HM8060-25

HM1060-46

Maximum Initial Permeate Flow, m3/hr

0.6

5.5

Design Flux, l/m2/hr

40-120

40-120

40-120

Permeate Water turbidity,

NTU

< 1 NTU
(when feed water < 70 NTU)

< 1 NTU
(when feed water < 70 NTU)

< 1 NTU
(when feed water < 70 NTU)

Permeate Water SDI

<1
(when feed water < 25 NTU)

<1
(when feed water < 25 NTU)

<1
(when feed water < 25 NTU)

Maximum Continuous Chlorine, mg/l

70

70

70

Maximum Temporary Chlorine, mg/1

200

200

200

242 x 1400

323 x 1820

200

Inside-out hollow fiber

Inside-out hollow fiber

200

PAN alloy

PAN alloy

PAN alloy

Sealing Material

Food grade epoxy resin

Food grade epoxy resin

Food grade epoxy resin

MWCO, Dalton

50000

50000

1,00,000

Membrane Area, m2

25

46

Filter Number

1100

7300

9800

Filter ID & OD, mm

1.0/1.6

1.0/1.6

1.0/1.6

Module Inlet and Outlet

D32/D25

D50/D50

2 Victaulic

Temperature in Storage & Transportation

20C-45C

20C-45C

20C-45C

Max Air Pressure testing for Integrity, Mpa

<0.2

<0.2

<0.2

Maximum Feed Water Pressure, Mpa

0.6

0.6

0.6

Suggested Trans-Membrane Pressure

(TMP), Mpa

<0.1

<0.1

<0.1

<0.2

<0.2

<0.1

<0.15

<0.15

5C -40C

5C -40C

<0.1

5C -40C

pH

2-10

2-10

2-10

Working Process

Cross-flow

Cross-flow

Cross-flow

Backwash Flow, m /hr

1.2

10

Backwash Pressure, Mpa

0.05-0.1

0.05-0.1

0.05-0.1

Backwash Time, sec

40-60

40-60

40-60

Backwash Interval, minute

20-300

20-300

20-300

Flushing Time, sec

40-60

40-60

40-60

Flushing Interval, minute

10-300

10-300

10-300

Recommended
Operation

Chemical Cleaning Interval, day

15-200

15-200

15-200

Chemical Cleaning time, minute

30-120

30-120

30-120

Disclaimer:
We believe the information provided here to be accurate. The information and data are offered in good faith, but without any guarantee as the conditions and methods of use are of our products are beyond our control. The customer is fully responsible for the effects of incompatible chemicals or elements. It is the customers responsibility to determine the appropriateness of our products for their specific end uses.

Brackish Water
RO Membranes

Description
Brackish water (BW) membrane elements adopt the most advanced polyamide sheets for brackish water desalination for those water sources with TDS
levels upto 8000 mg/L such as surface water, ground water, municipal water etc.

Features
8 diameter standard Brackish water membranes
High performance in wiping off SiO2
High stability and optimization structure facilitating cleaning
High quality raw materials
Strict quality standards through rigorous testing to insure high rejection & optimum water flow

Dimensions
8 Membrane

Technical Information

Burton+ BW 8040
Specification

Type

Operating Limits*

Permeate Flow

9,600 gpd (37.9 m3/d)

Salt Rejection

99.7% nominal (99.6% min)

Recovery (max)

15%

Configuration

Spiral Wound

Membrane Polymer

Composite Polyamide

Active Area

365 ft2

Brine Spacer Material

Polypropylene

Max. Operating pressure

<600psi (41.4 bar)

Max. Feed water temp

<45C

Max. Feed water SDI

<5

Max. Feed water flux

<20 GFD (35 lmh)

Chlorine Concentration

<0.1ppm

Feed water pH value range (constant run)

4-11

Feed water pH value range (chemical cleaning)

2-11

Max. Pressure drop across each element

15 psi (0.1MPa)

* The limitations shown here are for general use of 8 membranes. The values may be more conservative for specific projects to ensure the best performance and longest life of the membrane.
the above status are as per test conditions

Test Conditions
The stated performance is initial (data taken after 30 minutes of operation), based on the following standard test conditions:
1500 ppm NaCl solution
225 psi (1.55 MPa) Applied Pressure
77 F (25C) Operating Temperature
15% Permeate Recovery
6.5 - 7.0 pH Range

Notes
Permeate flow for individual elements may vary +25% or -15%. All membrane elements are supplied with a brine seal, interconnector, and o-rings. Elements are enclosed in a sealed polyethylene
bag containing less than 1.0% sodium meta-bisulphite solution and 10% propylene glycol, and then packaged in a cardboard box.