What is a 4 RO Membrane? Simple Guide for Beginners to Know

So, I wanted to figure out how this whole reverse osmosis thing worked, especially with those RO membranes. I got myself a 4-stage RO system setup, you know, the kind with a sediment filter, a carbon filter, the RO membrane itself, and a final polishing filter.

First off, I hooked up the sediment filter. This thing is supposed to catch all the big junk in the water, like dirt and rust. It’s pretty straightforward – you just connect it to the water line coming in.

Next, I moved on to the carbon filter. This one deals with the taste and smell, getting rid of chlorine and other stuff that makes the water funky. Again, it was just a matter of connecting it in line after the sediment filter.

The Tricky Part – RO Membrane

Now, the RO membrane was a bit trickier. This is the heart of the whole system. I learned that it’s a super thin, kinda delicate sheet of material. You gotta be careful not to tear it when handling. I carefully followed the instructions and inserted it into its housing. Made sure it was snug and properly sealed.

The Finishing Touches

Finally, I installed the polishing filter. This is like the final touch-up, making sure the water is as clean and pure as possible. It’s supposed to remove any last bits of anything that might have slipped through. After that, I double-checked all the connections, making sure there were no leaks.

Turning It On

With everything hooked up, I turned on the water supply. I could hear the water flowing through the system. It took a while for the storage tank to fill up, but eventually, I had clean, filtered water. One of the most important parts of the process I learned was the pressure. It has to be high enough for the water to force the water through the RO membrane, but not too high to damage it.

And that’s pretty much it! It wasn’t as hard as I thought it would be, but it definitely took some patience and careful attention to detail. But now I can enjoy some fresh, clean water, and that is pretty sweet!

• First attempt: Used the system without checking the water pressure, ended up with a slow trickle of water.
• Second go: Adjusted the pressure, and boom, faster flow and cleaner water.
• Learned: Don’t rush it, and always make sure the seals are tight to avoid leaks.

It’s been a couple of weeks now, and the system is still working great. I’m pretty happy with how it all turned out. Feels good to know I can handle a bit of DIY plumbing and get some good results.