Low Pressure RO Membranes

Start with the code on your old element.

Low pressure RO elements in 2521, 2540, 4021, 4040 and 8040 sizes, rated at a lower test pressure than brackish elements: 100 to 150 psi on 500 to 2,000 ppm NaCl. Some maker datasheets call them ultra low pressure or low energy. Match the code on your element, then compare the figures on each product page.

e.g. BW30 PRO-4040 or SW30-2540. Type it as printed on the element. Spaces and dashes do not matter.
Size

Brands listed: CSM - Toray, LG - NanoH2O, Trilite, Vontron.

13 of 13 shown. 8 in stock.

Cannot find your model?

Send us the code printed on your element, or the make of the machine it came out of. We will check what fits.

Ordering 5 or more? Call or chat for trade pricing.

Sizes

Each maker's own length and outside diameter are in the spec table on its product page. Flow, rated rejection and pressure differ by model, so compare the figures on each product page.

Reading a size code

2521 and 2540 are nominal 2.5 inch elements, 21 and 40 inches long

Per FilmTec's datasheets, 2521 and 2540 elements are made for a nominal 2.5 inch vessel, 4021 and 4040 for a nominal 4 inch vessel, and the BW30-400 for a nominal 8 inch vessel; CSM's RE4040 datasheets say the same for the 4040.

CodeNominalActual element (length x outside diameter)Maker sheets say it fits
2521nominal 2.5 x 21 in533 x 61 mm (21.0 x 2.4 in)FilmTec SW30 sheet (Form 45-D01519-en Rev 10): nominal 2.5 inch vessel
2540nominal 2.5 x 40 in1,016 x 61 mm (40.0 x 2.4 in)FilmTec SW30 sheet (Form 45-D01519-en Rev 10): nominal 2.5 inch vessel
4021nominal 4 x 21 in533 x 99 mm (21 x 3.9 in)FilmTec SW30 sheet (Form 45-D01519-en Rev 10): nominal 4 inch vessel
4040nominal 4 x 40 in1,016 x 99 to 100.3 mm (40.0 x 3.9 to 3.95 in), by makerFilmTec and CSM sheets: nominal 4 inch vessel
8040nominal 8 x 40 in1,016 x 200 to 201 mm (40.0 x 7.9 in)FilmTec BW30-400 sheet (Form 45-D01505-en Rev 4): nominal 8 inch vessel We do not list an 8 inch vessel. Ask us.
From the maker's datasheets
  • Earlier datasheets list the BW 4040 R, BW 4040 ES and BW 400 ES as LG models; the current datasheets (v260930) are issued by NanoH2O Co., Ltd.

Seawater, brackish or low pressure?

Test basis from the maker datasheets we hold. Each product page shows its own figures.

Seawater

800 psitest pressure

Rated on 32,000 ppm salt water.

252125404040
See seawater membranes

Brackish

225 psitest pressure

Rated on 1,500 to 2,000 ppm salt water.

40408040
See brackish membranes

Low pressure

100 to 150 psitest pressure

Rated at a lower test pressure, on 500 to 2,000 ppm salt water.

2521 to 8040

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Replacing the vessel too?

Per FilmTec's datasheets, 2521 and 2540 elements are made for a nominal 2.5 inch vessel and 4021 and 4040 for a nominal 4 inch vessel (CSM's RE4040 datasheets say the same for the 4040). Check the vessel's design pressure against your system before you order.

See all vessels
ImageVesselFor elementsDesign pressurePriceView
2.5 x 21 in FRP vesselMembrane pressure vessel Size2521 Design pressure1,000 psi (7.0 MPa) from $395.00 View
2.5 x 40 in FRP vesselMembrane pressure vessel Size2540 Design pressure1,000 psi (7.0 MPa) from $465.00 View
4 x 21 in FRP vesselMembrane pressure vessel Size4021 Design pressure300 psi (2.1 MPa) from $295.00 View
4 x 40 in FRP vesselMembrane pressure vessel Size4040 Design pressure300 psi (2.1 MPa) from $339.00 View
4 x 40 in FRP housingMembrane pressure vessel Size4040 Design pressure1,000 psi (7.0 MPa) from $980.00 View
8040 elements We do not list an 8 inch vessel. Ask us.

Datasheets by model

Figures last checked 3 Nov 2026.

Who we supply and how it ships

We supply defence, government and universities. We supply across Australia and overseas.

Since 1998MDC Water
Tax invoiceOn every order
Next business dayDispatch on in-stock items
Remote sitesFreight Australia-wide

Frequently asked questions

What is a low pressure RO membrane?

Low pressure elements (also sold as ULP or XLP) are rated at a lower test pressure, 100 to 150 psi, on 500 to 2,000 ppm NaCl. Flow, rated rejection and pressure differ by model, so compare the figures on each product page.

What is the difference between low pressure and brackish water membranes?

On the maker datasheets we hold, low pressure elements (also sold as ULP or XLP) are rated at a lower test pressure, 100 to 150 psi, on 500 to 2,000 ppm NaCl; brackish elements on 1,500 to 2,000 ppm NaCl at 225 psi; and seawater elements on 32,000 ppm NaCl at 800 psi (FilmTec SW30, Hydranautics SWC5-LD, Vontron SW4040LE).

What do ULP and XLP mean on a Vontron membrane?

They are Vontron series names. On Vontron's datasheets the ULP21, ULP31 and ULP22 elements are rated at 150 psi on 1,500 mg/L NaCl, and the XLP11-4040 at 100 psi on 500 mg/L NaCl. Compare each model's figures on its product page.

Can I swap a low pressure element for a brackish one?

Match the model code of the element you are replacing. Low pressure and brackish elements are rated at different test pressures, so compare the figures on each product page. Send us the model number. We will check what fits.

What sizes are low pressure membranes?

Match the size code on your element: 2521, 2540, 4021, 4040 or 8040. 2521 and 2540 are nominal 2.5 inch elements, 21 and 40 inches long; 4021 and 4040 are nominal 4 inch, 21 and 40 inches long; 8040 is nominal 8 inch, 40 inches long.

Are low pressure membranes in stock?

Stock is shown live on every product page. Low pressure elements are listed from CSM (Toray), LG - NanoH2O, Vontron, Trilite and Lewabrane. In-stock items dispatch next business day. Tax invoice on every order. Freight to remote sites Australia-wide. Ordering 5 or more? Call or chat for trade pricing.