Hydranautics SWC5-LD Seawater Reverse Osmosis Membrane Element
Hydranautics composite-polyamide spiral-wound elements deliver proven, reliable performance for seawater desalination and high-salinity water. The SWC5-LD is manufactured by Hydranautics, a Nitto Group company and a global leader in RO, NF and UF membranes.
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Performance Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Hydranautics (a Nitto Group Company) |
| Series | SWC |
| Element Size | 8" x 40" |
| Configuration | Low Fouling Spiral Wound |
| Membrane Polymer | Composite Polyamide |
| Active Membrane Area | 400 ft2 (37.2 m2) |
| Permeate Flow Rate | 9,000 gpd (34.1 m3/d) |
| Salt / Nominal Rejection | 99.8% |
| Minimum Rejection | 99.7% minimum |
| Feed Spacer | 34 mil (0.86 mm) |
Operating & Limiting Conditions
| Parameter | Limit |
|---|---|
| Maximum Applied Pressure | 1200 psig (8.27 MPa) |
| Maximum Operating Temperature | 113 F (45 C) |
| Maximum Feed SDI | 5.0 |
| Free Chlorine Tolerance | < 0.1 ppm |
| pH Range — Operating | 2-11 |
| pH Range — Cleaning | 1-13 |
| Maximum Pressure Drop | 15 psi (0.10 MPa) |
Physical Dimensions
| Dimension | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 40.0 (1016) |
| Diameter | 7.89 (200) |
| Permeate Tube | 1.125 (28.6) |
| Fits Pressure Vessel | nominal 8-inch I.D. |
Performance based on Hydranautics standard test conditions: 32000 ppm NaCl solution, 800 psig (5.5 MPa) Applied Pressure, 77 F (25 C) Operating Temperature, 10% Permeate Recovery, 6.5 - 7.0 pH Range. Individual element flow may vary ±15%. Reference: official Hydranautics (membranes.com) datasheet.
Typical Applications
- Seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) desalination
- Marine and offshore watermakers
- High-salinity industrial feed water
- High-recovery SWRO trains
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Hydranautics SWC5-LD?
A 8" x 40" seawater reverse osmosis membrane element from Hydranautics, producing up to 9,000 gpd (34.1 m3/d) at 99.8% rejection.
What is the rated flow and rejection?
Up to 9,000 gpd (34.1 m3/d) at 99.8%, at standard test conditions (32000 ppm NaCl solution, 800 psig (5.5 MPa) Applied Pressure, 77 F (25 C) Operating Temperature, 10% Permeate Recovery, 6.5 - 7.0 pH Range).
What pressure vessel does it fit?
A nominal 8-inch I.D. RO pressure vessel.
What is the price of the SWC5-LD?
Contact ForeverPure at 408-969-2688 or sales@foreverpureplace.com for current pricing and availability.
