DuPont™ IntegraTec™ XP 51IG Ultrafiltration Membrane Module
1. Product Overview
The DuPont™ IntegraTec™ XP 51IG is a high-performance ultrafiltration (UF) membrane module designed for open platform configurations. It combines DuPont’s proven hydrophilic PVDF material with an optimized module design to deliver an efficient, durable, and cost-effective filtration solution for industrial water treatment, municipal wastewater reuse, and reverse osmosis (RO) pretreatment.
2. Key Features & Benefits
Superior Fouling Resistance and Chlorine Tolerance: Featuring XP™ hydrophilic PVDF fibers, the module offers excellent fouling resistance and effective protection against chlorine attack, extending membrane life.
High Filtration Performance: High permeability enables efficient removal of colloidal particles, bacteria, and viruses, ensuring high recovery rates
Open Platform Design: Specifically designed to fit customer-built skids, offering great engineering flexibility.
Compact Design: Short module design ideal for height-limited or containerized installations.
Low Operating Costs: Optimized cleaning protocols reduce chemical consumption, and the module is easy to clean and wet, lowering maintenance costs.
3. Key Applications
Industrial utility water
Industrial wastewater reuse
Municipal wastewater filtration
Reverse osmosis (RO) pretreatment
4. Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
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| Membrane Module Model | DuPont™ IntegraTec™ XP 51IG (Open Platform) |
| Membrane Material | PVDF (Polyvinylidene Fluoride) |
| Filtration Mode | Outside-In (Out-In Pressurized) |
| Effective Membrane Area | 51 m² (549 ft²) |
| Membrane Pore Size | 0.03 μm |
| Total Length (L) | 1,863 ± 3 mm (73.3 ± 0.1 inch) |
| Diameter (D) | 225 mm (8.9 inch) |
| Dry Weight | 48 kg (106 lbs) |
| Wet Weight (Full of Water) | 83 kg (183 lbs) |
| Shipping Weight | 60 kg (132 lbs) |
5. Suggested Operating Conditions
Temperature Range: 1 – 40°C (34 – 104°F)
Operating pH: 2 – 11 (Maximum tolerance: pH 12)
Typical Transmembrane Pressure (TMP): 0.4 – 1.5 bar (5.8 – 21.8 psi)
Maximum Feed Pressure: 6.25 bar (90.7 psi @ 20°C)
Maximum Instantaneous NaOCl Exposure: 2,000 ppm
6. Expert Notes
Operational Safety: Avoid sudden pressure changes during startup, operation, or shutdown. Maximum allowable pressure change rate is 0.5 bar/s to prevent membrane damage.
Drinking Water Certification: For potable water production, the module must undergo specific conditioning procedures and comply with local regulatory guidelines.
Maintenance Recommendations: Regular maintenance cleanings are recommended to sustain optimal performance.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
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| Units | L | L1 | L2 | L3 | D | W1 | W2 |
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| SI (mm) | 1860 | 1500 | 1630 | 1820 | 225 | 180 | 342 |
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