The LG Chem BW-400-R is a high-performance 8-inch reverse osmosis membrane designed for commercial and industrial brackish water applications. Delivering a high stable salt rejection of 99.7% and a generous permeate flow of 10,500 GPD, this element is engineered for reliability and efficiency. Its low-fouling characteristics and robust construction ensure long service life and reduced operational costs, making it an ideal choice for producing high-purity water from wells, municipalities, and other brackish sources.
Technical Specifications & Performance:
Model: LG-BW-400-R
Standard Size: 8" diameter x 40" length (8040) - Industry-standard for easy replacement.
Average Permeate Flow: 10,500 Gallons Per Day (GPD) / 39.7 m³/day under standard test conditions (2000 ppm NaCl, 225 psi, 77°F, 15% recovery, pH 8).
Minimum Salt Rejection: 99.7% - providing exceptionally high removal of salts, minerals, and dissolved solids.
Maximum Operating Pressure: 600 psi (41 bar) - suitable for a wide range of operating conditions.
Maximum Feed Flow Rate: 75 GPM (17 m³/hr) - designed to handle high-flow systems.
Active Area: 400 ft² (37 m²) - large surface area for efficient filtration.
Advanced Technology & Benefits:
High Rejection & High Flow: The unique combination of 99.7% salt rejection and 10,500 GPD flow provides superior performance, allowing for more compact system design or higher output from existing systems.
Low Fouling Design: Features a smooth, hydrophilic membrane surface treated to resist fouling and scaling from organics, colloids, and silica. This translates to longer membrane life, fewer clean-in-place (CIP) cycles, and reduced downtime.
Energy Efficient Operation: Engineered to achieve its high output at lower operating pressures compared to many standard membranes, significantly reducing energy consumption and overall operating costs.
Proven Reliability: Backed by LG Chem's global reputation for quality and innovation, this membrane is built for long-term, stable performance even with variable feed water quality.
NSF Certified: Certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 61, ensuring the materials are safe for use in drinking water applications.
Typical Applications:
Commercial & Industrial RO Drinking Water Systems
Pre-treatment for Ultra-Pure Water (UPW/DI) Systems
Bottled Water Production
Food and Beverage Processing Water
Wastewater Reuse and Recycling Projects
Irrigation and Agricultural Water Treatment