DuPont FilmTec™ Hypershell XP RO-8038 Element Sanitary Full-Fit Reverse Osmosis Membrane Element
FilmTec Hypershell XP RO-8038 sanitary dairy RO element with machined polypropylene rigid outer shell (does not deform, minimizing channeling and bypass) and higher flow chemistry plus 5% higher active area, helping deliver up to 50% extra productivity without compromising product quality; FDA and EU Food Contact compliant and Halal certified (IFANCA). Built on a durable polyamide thin-film composite membrane, the Hypershell XP RO-8038 Element is engineered by DuPont Water Solutions for reliable, long-term performance in sanitary, dairy, food & beverage process streams.
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Performance Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | DuPont Water Solutions (FilmTec™) |
| DuPont Part Number | 12119313 |
| Element Size | 8-inch (8038) |
| Membrane Type | Polyamide Thin-Film Composite |
| Active Membrane Area | 385 ft2 (35.8 m2) |
| Shipping Weight | ~35 lbs (boxed) |
| Shipping Dimensions | 10" × 44" × 10" (boxed W × L × D) |
| HS Code (Tariff) | 8421.21.0000 — water filtering/purifying apparatus |
| Warranty | 1 Year Limited Warranty (DuPont materials & workmanship — specialty elements) |
Operating & Limiting Conditions
| Parameter | Limit |
|---|---|
| Maximum Operating Temperature | 122F (50C) |
| Maximum Operating Pressure | 800 psi (55 bar) |
| Maximum Pressure Drop | 13 psi (0.9 bar) per element; maximum pressure drop across entire vessel is 60 psi (4.1 bar) |
| Maximum Feed Flow Rate | 80 gpm (18.2 m3/h) max. recirculation cross-flow |
| pH Range — Continuous Operation | 2 - 11; 1.8 - 11 (122F / 50C) continuous operation |
Physical Dimensions
| Dimension | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 38.00 in (965 mm) |
| Outer Diameter | 7.9 in (200 mm) |
| Permeate Tube | 1.125 in (28.58 mm) |
| Fits Pressure Vessel | standard RO pressure vessel |
Typical Applications
- Dewatering and concentration of milk, whey protein, and lactose to reduce product volume and enable savings on transportation and storage cost
- Concentration of process streams to reduce evaporator loads and energy cost for powdered product production
- Polishing of RO/NF permeate and/or evaporator condensate
- Dairy, whey and milk concentration
- Food & beverage process water
- Sanitary full-fit RO with CIP
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the DuPont FilmTec XP-RO-8038?
It is a 8-inch (8038) sanitary full-fit reverse osmosis membrane element from DuPont Water Solutions.
What pressure vessel does it fit?
A standard RO pressure vessel RO pressure vessel.
What is the price of the XP-RO-8038?
Contact ForeverPure at 408-969-2688 or sales@foreverpureplace.com for current pricing and availability.
