MEMBRANE MODULE CONFIGURATIONS

To build a membrane filtration system, it is key that the membrane modules are applied in the
right configuration. This also means that the modules need to be mounted adequately onto a
skid, conform prescribed connection specifications. To enable the customer in doing so, X-
Flow offers a set of connection configurations, applicable to one or more different modules,
which describe the connection specifications, positioning and installation dimensions of the
module including connection parts. Connection configurations are available for both large
and small modules.

Large scale/ Commercial

Below you see a matrix which shows the applicability of our large scale / commercial
membrane modules in the available connection configurations.

HORIZONTAL HORIZONTAL VERTICAL

X- END
DEAD-END UF- DEAD-END UF- HIGH AIRLIFT CRO
LINE CAPS
2 4 PRESSURE
HFW1000 +
HFS60 + + + + +
Aquaflex 64 + + +
Xiga 64 + +
Xiga 46
Seaflex 64 + + +
Seaguard 64 + +
Seaguard 46
Aquaflex 20 + +
Compact
+
22V
Compact
+
33V
Compact 33
Compact
33G
Compact 27
Compact
27G

MEMBRANE MODULE CONFIGURATIONS - EXPLANATION

HORIZONTAL DEAD-END UF-2 & 4

The membrane module is placed in a horizontally positioned pressure vessel. The pressure
vessel can hold either 2 or 4 membrane modules, all interconnected with each other. This
configuration allows for small footprint designs and operating pressures up to 8 bar. Typical
applications are pretreatment to (SW)RO, effluent polishing and potable water production.

Key features:
• Designed for inline operation with (SW)RO
• Small footprint
• High operating pressure

Download the Horizontal dead end UF configuration datasheet.

X-LINE

In this pre-engineered concept, the membrane modules are positioned vertically. With three
end caps per module, building a system based on X-line does not require a separate header.
This results in a highly flexible vertical concept, that can operate at pressures up to 3 bar.
Typical applications are process water production, effluent polishing and potable water
production. Click here to learn more about X-line.

Key features:
• Easy to assemble
• High flexibility
• Integrated headers

Download the X-line configuration datasheet.

END CAPS

This is the ‘conventional’ vertical concept, which allows the customer to build skids in which
every module is individually connected to a central header. This concept allows for treatment
of water with higher concentrations of TSS, since Airflush and recirculation can be
incorporated in the system and process. The membrane modules can be operated at max. 3
bar. Typical applications are effluent polishing and process and potable water production.
Key features:
• Robust design
• Process flexibility

Download the End caps configuration datasheet.

VERTICAL HIGH PRESSURE

If a higher operating pressure is required (i.e. up to 8 bar) and a vertical orientation is

preferred, this concept offers the solution. With one membrane module per pressure vessel,
all modules are individually connecting to a skid. The typical application is pretreatment to
(SW)RO.

Key features:
• High operating pressure
• Designed for inline operation with (SW)RO
• Robust design
Download the vertical high pressure configuration datasheet.
AIRLIFT

This configuration makes it possible to operate membrane modules in an Airlift operating

mode, An aerator at the bottom introduces a continuous flow of small air bubbles through the
membrane bores as a cleaning mechanism. The module is vertically positioned and connects
individually to a skid. Typical applications are municipal wastewater treatment and (low
strength) industrial wastewater treatment.

Key features:
• Low energy consumption
• Small footprint
• Simple design

Download the Airlift configuration datasheet.

CROSSFLOW

Moving towards heavy duty water treatment (high solids and viscosity), Crossflow is often
the process of choice, where the crossflow stream is used as a membrane cleaning
mechanism. The membrane modules are positioned horizontally and installed in series. The
modules are interconnected by means of crossflow bends. Typical applications are Crossflow
MBR for leachate treatment or regular Crossflow for oil-water separation (e.g. produced
water treatment).

Key features:
• Robust solution
• Copes with varying feed water quality
• High and constant effluent quality

Download the Crossflow configuration datasheet.

Small scale/ Piloting

Below you see a matrix which shows the applicability of our small scale / piloting membrane
modules in the available connection configurations.

COMPACT COMPACT COMP

RX-300
1" X 1MM 3" X 1MM 3" X 3
RX-300 HFS +
RX-300 0.9UFC +
RX-300 1.5UFC +
R-21 HFS*
R-21 0.9UFC*
Compact 0.17 - 3 mm +
Compact 1.6 - 3 mm +
Compact 5.1G - 3 mm +
Compact 0.17 - 5.2 mm +
Compact 1.6 - 5.2 mm +
Compact 5.1G - 5.2 mm +
Compact 0.15 +
Compact 1.2 +
Compact 4.0G +
* For the R-21 type modules, all the specifications are on the membrane module datasheet

Download our configuration datasheets:

 RX300
 Compact 3" x 3 m
 Compact 3" x 1 m
 Compact 1" x 1 m

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