{"id":1185,"date":"2025-06-17T04:58:50","date_gmt":"2025-06-17T04:58:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tqwater.co.za\/?product=737simpletq80s45-38-inch-membrane-housing-4-element-450-psi"},"modified":"2026-03-25T12:25:58","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T12:25:58","slug":"737simpletq80s45-38-inch-membrane-housing-4-element-450-psi","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/tqwater.co.za\/?product=737simpletq80s45-38-inch-membrane-housing-4-element-450-psi","title":{"rendered":"8040 FRP (6) Element RO Membrane Housing Reverse Osmosis 8Inch 450PSI"},"content":{"rendered":"

80S45 Series (450 PSI)<\/h2>\n

Heavy-duty housings for higher-pressure filtration and larger water volumes.<\/i><\/p>\n

Codeline 80S45-1 to 80S45-6<\/b><\/h3>\n

Description:<\/b> Premium 8-inch side-entry pressure vessels rated for 450 PSI. These units are built to withstand higher operating pressures, making them the preferred choice for high-recovery RO systems. Featuring the Quick Lock<\/b> head retention system, they allow for rapid membrane access, significantly reducing downtime during maintenance.<\/p>\n

Uses & Applications:<\/b><\/p>\n

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    High-recovery brackish water RO<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Wastewater recovery and recycling<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Boiler feed water treatment<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Large-scale commercial filtration systems<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Benefits:<\/b><\/p>\n

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      Enhanced Pressure Rating:<\/b> Safely operates at 450 PSI for demanding applications.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Quick Lock System:<\/b> Tool-less head removal for faster membrane changes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Multi-Porting Ready:<\/b> Flat octagonal exterior allows for easy vessel-to-vessel connection.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Maximum Durability:<\/b> UV-resistant coating and high-tensile fiberglass shell.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Compatible Systems:<\/b><\/p>\n

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        All standard 8040 (8-inch) membrane elements<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Multi-stage RO purification skids<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Size & Dimensions:<\/b><\/p>\n

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          Diameter:<\/b> 8.0 inches<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Pressure Rating:<\/b> 450 PSI (31 Bar)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Feed\/Concentrate Ports:<\/b> 1.5″, 2.0″, or 2.5″ IPS Grooved (Standard: 1.5″)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Permeate Ports:<\/b> 1″ FNPT \/ 1.5″ IPS Grooved<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Element Capacity:<\/b> * 80S45-1:<\/b> 1 Element<\/p>\n

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            80S45-2:<\/b> 2 Elements<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            80S45-3:<\/b> 3 Elements<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            80S45-4:<\/b> 4 Elements<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            80S45-6:<\/b> 6 Elements (~260″ length)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

            Selecting the Right Codeline 80S Pressure Vessel<\/b><\/h2>\n

            Choosing the correct pressure vessel is critical for system safety, membrane longevity, and ease of maintenance. Use these three key factors to find your match.<\/p>\n

            1. Pressure Rating: 300 PSI vs. 450 PSI<\/b><\/h3>\n

            The pressure rating must exceed your system\u2019s maximum operating pressure, especially during cold-water start-ups when pressure naturally spikes.<\/p>\n

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              Choose 300 PSI (80S30 Series):<\/b> For standard brackish water RO systems where operating pressures remain relatively low. These are the industry standard for most commercial and light industrial applications.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Choose 450 PSI (80S45 Series):<\/b> For high-recovery systems, high-TDS water sources, or wastewater recycling. If your system requires higher pump pressure to overcome osmotic resistance, the 450 PSI series provides the necessary safety margin.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              2. Element Capacity: How many 8040 membranes?<\/b><\/h3>\n

              The “dash” number in the SKU (e.g., -1, -3, -6) indicates how many 8-inch membranes fit inside a single housing.<\/p>\n

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                1 to 2 Elements:<\/b> Best for compact skids or low-flow applications.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                3 to 4 Elements:<\/b> The “sweet spot” for most medium-to-large industrial RO systems.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                6 Elements:<\/b> Ideal for high-volume plants where minimizing the number of housings and manifold connections is a priority.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                3. Port Size & Flow Rates<\/b><\/h3>\n

                The side-port size determines how much water can enter or exit the vessel without causing a significant pressure drop.<\/p>\n

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                  1.5″ IPS Grooved (Standard):<\/b> Ideal for single-vessel setups or systems with moderate flow rates.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                  2.0″ IPS Grooved (High-Flow):<\/b> Recommended for 4-to-6 element vessels or systems where multiple vessels are manifolded together. This larger port size reduces friction and improves energy efficiency.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                  Quick Selection Table<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
                  Feature<\/strong><\/td>\n80S30 Series<\/strong><\/td>\n80S45 Series<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
                  Max Operating Pressure<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n300 PSI (21 Bar)<\/span><\/td>\n450 PSI (31 Bar)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                  Common Application<\/b><\/span><\/td>\nBrackish Water RO<\/span><\/td>\nHigh-Recovery \/ Wastewater<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                  Head Retention<\/b><\/span><\/td>\nRetention Ring<\/span><\/td>\nQuick Lock System<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                  Port Options<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n1.5″, 2.0″, 2.5″<\/span><\/td>\n1.5″, 2.0″, 2.5″<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                  Standard Temp<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n-7\u00b0C to 49\u00b0C<\/span><\/td>\n-7\u00b0C to 49\u00b0C<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":2415,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[243],"product_tag":[242],"class_list":["post-1185","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_cat-frp-membrane-housings","product_tag-frp-ro-membrane-housing","first","instock","shipping-taxable","product-type-simple"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/tqwater.co.za\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product\/1185","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/tqwater.co.za\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/tqwater.co.za\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tqwater.co.za\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=1185"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tqwater.co.za\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/2415"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/tqwater.co.za\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=1185"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tqwater.co.za\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_brand&post=1185"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tqwater.co.za\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_cat&post=1185"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tqwater.co.za\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_tag&post=1185"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}