Friday, April 5, 2013

TFC and CTA RO membranes

Thin Film Composite (TFC or TFM) spiral – this is the RO membrane used in all Eureka Forbes RO systems. The RO membrane is the key component in an RO system though use of multiple filter cartridges is strictly recommended along with this membrane for effective purification. Eureka Forbes Ltd. conducts enough research before incorporating any component, feature, or technology. This company’s ultimate objective is directed towards delivering the best and helping consumers lead healthy happy lives. No wonder you will come across newer Eureka Forbes RO systems being added to the product kitty with time. These are designed in sync with the latest technologies.

When we speak about the Thin Film Composite membranes incorporated in RO systems from Eureka Forbes Ltd., they gain an advantage over the other type - the Cellulose Triacetate (CTA) membrane. Both the membranes are popular in domestic RO systems. While TFC rejects 98 percent of contaminants and is less vulnerable to bacterial odor, CTA rejects 93 percent of standard contaminants and is more susceptible to bacterial odor. CTA’s only advantage over TFC is on chlorine resistance. Use of carbon pre-treatment is a must for TFC membranes. All Eureka Forbes RO systems come with carbon pre-treatment cartridges.