FilmTec™ BW60-1812-75 Elements for home drinking water treatment units produce 75 GPD (12 L/h) of permeate with 99% stabilized salt rejection at standard test conditions. New BW60 membrane chemistry produces industry-leading 99% stabilized salt rejection. They are the most reliable and consistent elements in the industry. They are shipped dry for convenient handling and long shelf-life.
Dow Filmtec is the #1 selling membrane is the world and delivers up to 20% greater output than other membranes of comparable size.
Maximum Operating Temperature 113°F (45°C)
Maximum Operating Pressure150 psig (10bar)
Maximum Feed Flow Rate 2.0 gpm (7.6 lpm)
pH Range, Continuous Operation 2–11
Maximum Feed Silt Density Index (SDI) SDI5
Free Chlorine Tolerance <0.1ppm
Maximum temperature for continuous operation above pH10 is 95F (35C). 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 Water & Process Solutions recommends removing residual free chlorine by pretreatment prior to membrane exposure. Please refer to technical bulletin "Dechlorinating Feedwater"for more information.
