Product Data Sheet

FilmTec™ Reverse Osmosis Membranes

FilmTec™ SW30HRLE-400
Seawater High Permeate Quality Reverse Osmosis Membrane Element

Key Features Key Applications

l Optimized combination of water production and permeate l Seawater desalination for municipal and industrial
quality. applications.
l Excellent durability resulting in stable, long-term l Suitable for medium and high feed water salinity.
performance. l Offers balance between permeate quality and energy
l Longer storage time and warranty coverage with improved consumption.
sustainability footprint versus our wet RO membrane l Applicable for optimized Internally Staged Designs (ISD) in
elements. combination with other FilmTec™ seawater membranes.

Typical Properties
Permeate
Active Area Feed Spacer Flowrate Stabilized Boron Stabilized Salt Minimum Salt
FilmTec™ Element (ft2) (m2) Thickness (mil) (gpd) (m3/d) Rejection (%) Rejection (%) Rejection (%)
SW30HRLE-400 400 37 28 7,500 28 92 99.80 99.65
1. The above benchmark values are based on the following test conditions: 32,000 ppm NaCl, 5 ppm boron, 800 psi (5.5 MPa), 77°F (25°C), pH 8, 8% recovery.
2. Permeate flows for individual elements may vary ± 15%.
3. Sales specifications may vary as design revisions take place.

Element Dimensions
FilmTec™ SW30HRLE-400
Dimensions – inches (mm)
A 40.0 (1,016)
B 1.125 ID (29 ID)
C 7.9 (201)
ID - Inner Diameter
DIA - Diameter

1. For element weight information, refer to What is the weight of FilmTec™ elements as delivered?
2. For element packing and shipping information, refer to How are FilmTec™ elements packaged and shipped?
 Suggested Operating Conditions 1

Membrane Type Polyamide Thin-Film Composite 1.For recommended feed and permeate flow rates, flux, and
recovery for various feed sources, refer to FilmTec™ Design
Maximum Operating Temperature 2, 3 113°F (45°C)
Guidelines for multiple-element systems of 8-inch elements
Maximum Operating Pressure 3 1,200 psig (83 bar) (Form No. 45-D01695-en).
Maximum Element Pressure Drop 2. Maximum temperature for continuous operation above pH 10
is 95°F (35°C).
Per element 15 psig (1.0 bar) 3. Consult your DuPont representative for advice on applications
Per pressure vessel (minimum 4 elements) 50 psig (3.5 bar) above 95°F (35°C). Relevant information regarding operation
pH Range at high temperature and pressure: FilmTec™ Seawater
Elements Operating Limits (Form No. 45-D00691-en) and
Continuous Operation 2 2 – 11 Shimming Elements (Form No. 45-D01057-en).
Short-term Cleaning (30 min) 4 1 – 13 4. Refer to FilmTec™ Cleaning Guidelines
Maximum Feed Silt Density Index (SDI) SDI 5 (Form No. 45-D01696-en).
5. Oxidation damage is not covered under warranty, DuPont
Free Chlorine Tolerance 5 < 0.1 ppm recommends removing residual free chlorine by pretreatment
prior to membrane exposure. Please refer to Dechlorinating
Feedwater (Form No. 45-D01569-en) for more information.

General Information Important Information

l Keep elements moist at all times after initial wetting. Please consider good operating practices for the optimal
l For successful operation of Reverse Osmosis (RO) and performance of the Reverse Osmosis membrane elements to
Nanofiltration (NF) membrane systems, the operation must assure damage free operation:
follow the guidelines provided in the FilmTec™ Reverse 1. Loading of Pressure Vessels - Preparation & Element Loading
Osmosis / Nanofiltration Elements Operation Excellence and (Form No. 45-D01602-en)
Limiting Conditions Tech Fact (Form No. 45-D04388-en). 2. System Operation, including plant Start-Up Sequence
l To prevent biological growth during prolonged system (Form No. 45-D01609-en) and RO & NF Systems Shutdown
shutdowns, it is recommended that membrane elements be (Form No. 45-D01613-en)
immersed in a preservative solution. 3. Handling, Preservation, and Storage (Form No. 45-D03716-en)
l The customer is fully responsible for the effects of
incompatible chemicals and lubricants on elements. Full information of plant design, system operation and
l Avoid static permeate-side backpressure at all times. troubleshooting is given in the FilmTec™ Reverse Osmosis
l Permeate obtained from the first hour of operation should be Membranes Technical Manual (Form No. 45-D01504-en).
discarded.
l The use of this product in and of itself does not necessarily Regulatory Note
guarantee the removal of cysts and pathogens from water.
This product may be subject to drinking water application
Effective cyst and pathogen reduction is dependent on the
restrictions in some countries; please check the application status
complete system design and on the operation and
before use and sale.
maintenance of the system.

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and/or available in all geographies where DuPont is represented. The claims made may not have been approved for use in all countries. Please note that physical
properties may vary depending on certain conditions and while operating conditions stated in this document are intended to lengthen product lifespan and/or improve
product performance, it will ultimately depend on actual circumstances and is in no event a guarantee of achieving any specific results. DuPont assumes no obligation
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