Normalized Permeate Flow (NPF) - Reverse Osmosis
Advanced Reverse Osmosis Technology
Normalized Permeate Flow - NFP
is a calculation that allows the comparison of a measured permeate
flow rate to a standard (or start up) condition. Permeate flow is
a function of Net Driving Pressure (NDP), temperature and membrane
condition. By normalizing measured permeate
flow for observed NDP and temperature, a measure is obtained
that can be used to compare the condition of the membrane to original
start up conditions. A decrease in NPF of 10-15% indicates that
membrane cleaning is required.
For further information or assistance please contact Reverse Osmosis
Chemicals International on +44 (0) 161 877 2334 or
e-mail info@rochemicals.com.
|