Why Replacement Parts Matter for Industrial-Grade Water Systems
For facilities relying on high-purity water (labs, manufacturing, electronics, power plants, etc.), the performance of water treatment systems is only as good as their maintenance over time. With repeated use, membranes clog, ion-exchange modules lose effectiveness, and power supplies or control components can degrade.
Using proper, high-quality replacement parts ensures sustained water quality, prevents system failures, reduces downtime, improves safety, and keeps maintenance costs predictable. Skimping on parts — or letting them wear out — can lead to contamination, reduced water purity, or more frequent rebuilds. Routines for replacing parts are integral for efficiency and long-term reliability. Read on to learn how to identify when your equipment parts require replacement and explore expert recommendations for best practices and maintenance.
When & Why to Replace Parts
• Declining water quality: If your water no longer meets purity specs, it’s often a sign that RO membranes or EDI stacks are exhausted or fouled
• Lower flow rate / pressure drop: Membrane fouling or scaling will gradually reduce throughput; replacing RO membranes can restore flow
• Routine maintenance schedule: Many systems follow preventive maintenance cycles. For example, ion-exchange membranes (in some contexts) are replaced every 18–36 months once their ion-selectivity degrades beyond acceptable limits
• Upgrading capacity or specs: If your water demand increases or purity requirements become stricter, you might replace standard membranes/modules with higher-grade ones
• Electrical or control failures / modernization: Aging power supplies, sensors, or control panels can compromise EDI performance; replacing with updated control hardware ensures stable, efficient operation
Best Practices for Replacement & Maintenance
• Match part specifications exactly: Because modules are engineered to specific flow rates, pressures, and purity specs, you must use correct model replacements rather than “generic” parts
• Use OEM or trusted-brand parts: When possible, rely on recognized suppliers/manufacturers to ensure compatibility and longevity
• Follow pretreatment & system design requirements: For EDI modules especially, proper pretreatment (e.g. RO first, pretreatment filtration/softening) protects the membranes and extends their life
• Maintain power/control components: EDI stacks need stable, correctly rated DC power supplies — neglecting these can degrade performance even if membranes are fresh
• Establish a maintenance schedule & log performance: Track water quality metrics and system throughput; when metrics drift, that’s your cue it’s time for replacement
Quality Replacement parts from UCC Environmental
Electrodeionization IONPURE Replacement Parts
Ionpure MX Modules
Ionpure MX Series CEDI modules are a “round disc” EDI. The MX delivers superior performance for laboratory and lower flow process applications. MX modules are an ideal complement for light industrial, commercial & laboratory RO systems that are wall mounted or housed in a cabinet.
Ionpure LX Modules
The Ionpure LX modules are specifically designed for industrial applications. Ionpure modules consistently deliver maximum reliability and superior performance for power, HPI/CPI, general electronics, food and beverage and laboratory applications without regeneration downtime. The Ionpure LX EDI modules are nominally rated between 2 and 15 gpm per module.
Ionpure VNX Modules
The VNX module uses a “round disc” design to reduce the cost of building high flow rate EDI systems and to make it easy to choose a clean, environmentally compatible technology over chemically regenerated mixed bed ion exchange systems. Higher flowrate EDI modules result in easier piping and system assembly by reducing the number of modules required.
| Model # | Nominal Flowrate (gpm) | Minimum Flow Rate (gpm) | Maximum Flow Rate (gpm) | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IP-LXM04Z-5 | 2 | 1 | 3 | LX-Z04 Module (General Industry, w/ 0.05ppm Cl tolerance) |
| IP-LXM10Z-5 | 5 | 2.5 | 7.5 | LX-Z10 Module (General Industry, w/ 0.05ppm Cl tolerance) |
| IP-LXM18Z-5 | 9 | 4.5 | 13.5 | LX-Z18 Module (General Industry, w/ 0.05ppm Cl tolerance) |
| IP-LXM24Z-5 | 12.5 | 6.3 | 18.75 | LX-Z24 Module (General Industry, w/ 0.05ppm Cl tolerance)) |
| IP-LXM30Z-5 | 15 | 7.5 | 22.5 | LX-Z30 Module (General Industry, w/ 0.05ppm Cl tolerance) |
| IP-LXM45Z-5 | 22.5 | 11.3 | 33.75 | LX-Z45 Module (General Industry, w/ 0.05ppm Cl tolerance) |
| IP-LX8000Z-5 | 35.2 | 17.6 | 52.8 | LX-Z8000 Module (General Industry, w/ 0.05ppm Cl tolerance) |
| IP-LXM4X-4 | 2 | 1 | 3 | LX-X04 Module (NSF 14; NSF61) |
| IP-LXM10X-4 | 5 | 2.5 | 7.5 | LX-X10 Module (NSF 14; NSF61) |
| IP-LXM18X-4 | 9 | 4.5 | 13.5 | LX-X18 Module (NSF 14; NSF61) |
| IP-LXM24X-4 | 12.5 | 6.3 | 18.75 | LX-X24 Module (NSF 14; NSF61) |
| IP-LXM30X-4 | 15 | 7.5 | 22.5 | LX-X30 Module (NSF 14; NSF61) |
| IP-LXM45X-4 | 22.5 | 11.3 | 33.75 | LX-X45 Module (NSF 14; NSF61) |
| IP-LXM4HI-3 | 2 | 1 | 3 | LX-HI04 Module HWS (FDA 21CFR177, NSF 51, NSF 61 & EU 90/128/EEC) |
| IP-LXM10HI-3 | 5 | 2.5 | 7.5 | LX-HI10 Module HWS (FDA 21CFR177, NSF 51, NSF 61 & EU 90/128/EEC) |
| IP-LXM18HI-3 | 9 | 4.5 | 13.5 | LX-HI18 Module HWS (FDA 21CFR177, NSF 51, NSF 61 & EU 90/128/EEC) |
| IP-LXM24HI-3 | 12.5 | 6.3 | 18.75 | LX-HI24 Module HWS (FDA 21CFR177, NSF 51, NSF 61 & EU 90/128/EEC) |
| IP-LXM30HI-3 | 15 | 7.5 | 22.5 | LX-HI30 Module HWS (FDA 21CFR177, NSF 51, NSF 61 & EU 90/128/EEC) |
| IP-LXM45HI-3 | 22.5 | 11.3 | 33.75 | LX-HI45 Module HWS (FDA 21CFR177, NSF 51, NSF 61 & EU 90/128/EEC) |
| IP-LXM4EU-4 | 2 | 1 | 3 | LX-EU04 Module (FDA 21CFR177, NSF 51, NSF 61 & EU 90/128/EEC) |
| IP-LXM10EU-4 | 5 | 2.5 | 7.5 | LX-EU10 Module (FDA 21CFR177, NSF 51, NSF 61 & EU 90/128/EEC) |
| IP-LXM18EU-4 | 9 | 4.5 | 13.5 | LX-EU18 Module (FDA 21CFR177, NSF 51, NSF 61 & EU 90/128/EEC) |
| IP-LXM24EU-4 | 12.5 | 6.3 | 18.75 | LX-EU24 Module (FDA 21CFR177, NSF 51, NSF 61 & EU 90/128/EEC) |
| IP-LXM30EU-4 | 15 | 7.5 | 22.5 | LX-EU30 Module (FDA 21CFR177, NSF 51, NSF 61 & EU 90/128/EEC) |
| IP-LXM45EU-4 | 22.5 | 11.3 | 33.75 | LX-EU45 Module (FDA 21CFR177, NSF 51, NSF 61 & EU 90/128/EEC) |
| IP-LX04 RB | 2 | 1 | 3 | LX04 (X or Z) Module Rebuild |
| IP-LXM10 RB | 5 | 2.5 | 7.5 | LX10 (X or Z) Module Rebuild |
| IP-LXM18 RB | 9 | 4.5 | 13.5 | LX18 (X or Z) Module Rebuild |
| IP-LXM24 RB | 12.5 | 6.3 | 18.75 | LX24 (X or Z) Module Rebuild |
| IP-LXM30 RB | 15 | 7.5 | 22.5 | LX30 (X or Z) Module Rebuild |
| IP-LXM45 RB | 22.5 | 11.3 | 33.75 | LX45 (X or Z) Module Rebuild |
| IP-LXM04HRB | 2 | 1 | 3 | LX04 HI Module Rebuild, Hot Water Sanitizable |
| IP-LXM10HRB | 5 | 2.5 | 7.5 | LX10 HI Module Rebuild, Hot Water Sanitizable |
| IP-LXM18HRB | 9 | 4.5 | 13.5 | LX18 HI Module Rebuild, Hot Water Sanitizable |
| IP-LXM24HRB | 12.5 | 6.3 | 18.75 | LX24 HI Module Rebuild, Hot Water Sanitizable |
| IP-LXM30HRB | 15 | 7.5 | 22.5 | LX30 HI Module Rebuild, Hot Water Sanitizable |
| IP-LXM45HRB | 22.5 | 11.3 | 33.75 | LX45 HI Module Rebuild, Hot Water Sanitizable |
| IP-LXM04EURB | 2 | 1 | 3 | LX04 EU Module Rebuild |
| IP-LXM10EURB | 5 | 2.5 | 7.5 | LX10 EU Module Rebuild |
| IP-LXM18EURB | 9 | 4.5 | 13.5 | LX18 EU Module Rebuild |
| IP-LXM24EURB | 12.5 | 6.3 | 18.75 | LX24 EU Module Rebuild |
| IP-LXM30EURB | 15 | 7.5 | 22.5 | LX30 EU Module Rebuild |
| IP-LXM45EURB | 22.5 | 11.3 | 33.75 | LX45 EU Module Rebuild |
| IP-VNX-MAX-1P | 66 | 33 | 99 | VNX-MAX (w/ DC3 Power Controller) |
| IP-VNX-MAX-1 | 66 | 33 | 99 | VNX-Max (Module Only) |
| IP-VNX-MINI-1P | 52.8 | 26.4 | 79.2 | VNX-Mini Housing (w/ DC3 Power Controller) |
| IP-VNX-MINI-1 | 52.8 | 26.4 | 79.2 | VNX-Mini 168 cm Housing (Module Only) |
| IP-VNX28EP-2 | 27.5 | 13.8 | 41.25 | VNX28 Enhanced Performance |
| IP-VNX55E-2 | 55 | 27.5 | 82.5 | VNX-E (High recovery Micro-E) |
| IP-VNX55EP-2 | 55 | 27.5 | 82.5 | VNX-EP (Enhanced Performance) |
| IP-VNX55EX-2 | 55 | 27.5 | 82.5 | VNX-EX (High performance Micro-E) |
| IP-VNX55ULTRA-2 | 55 | 27.5 | 82.5 | VNX-ULTRA (Ultra performance Micro-E) |
| IP-VNX55HH-2 | 44 | 22 | 66 | VNX-HH (High Hardness) |
| IP-VNX30CDIT-2 | 30 | 15 | 45 | VNX30-CDIT (High Hardness, High Silica) |
| IP-VNX15CDIT-2 | 15 | 7.5 | 22.5 | VNX15-CDIT (High Hardness, High Silica) |
| IP-MXM030-2 | 0.14 | 0.1 | 0.21 | MX30 Module |
| IP-MXM060-2 | 0.28 | 0.1 | 0.42 | MX60 Module |
| IP-MXM125-2 | 0.55 | 0.3 | 0.825 | MX125 Module |
| IP-MXM250-2 | 1.1 | 0.6 | 1.65 | MX250 Module |
| IP-MXM500-2 | 2.2 | 1.1 | 3.3 | MX500 Module |
| Model | Description | |||
| IP-DC3PH600V1-M1 | DC3 Power Supply | 3-Phase DC Power Supply, 0-600V, 0-15A DC | ||
| IP-POWER-G4-M | *NEW* G4 Power Controller | 1-Phase DC Power Supply, 0-600V, 13.2A, MODBUS | ||
| IP-POWER-G4-R | 1-Phase DC Power Controller, 0-600V, 0-13.2A Replacement for G2 and PCB Power Controllers | |||
| IP-DCR600V15A-M | DCR Power Controllers | DC RECTIFIER, 600VDC 15A DIN Rail mountable with MODBUS communication | ||
| IP-DCR600V15A-R2 | RETROFIT DC RECTIFIER, 600VDC 15A w/ 0-5VDC communication Replacement for G2 and PCB power controllers | |||
| IP-RCSHUNT-DCR | RC Shunt Circuit for DCR | RC Shunt Circuit for DCR controllers with a shared secondary. This part is INCLUDED with new DCR power controllers. | ||
| IP-POWERDSP-TP | Touch Panel Display | 4.3" Touch Panel Display for DCR-M, DC3, G4 Includes RJ45 to DB9 adapter for DCR-M | ||
| IP-POWER600-G2 | Discontinued: Consider G4R as a replacement. New installations use DC3 or G4 | G2 - 600VDC 13.2Amp Power Controller,CE/UL/RoHS | ||
| IP-POWERDSP-G2 | G2 -Display Board, CE/RoHS (for use with G2 and DCR-R2 Power controllers) |
Iontech EDI Modules
Iontech EDI modules are DS series CEDI stacks and industrial grade. The Iontech modules produce ultrapure water with no chemical regeneration. Iontech EDI is a highly reliable type of water treatment equipment Product quality as measured in MΩ -cm generally exceeds mixed bed quality as well as other EDI technologies.
| Iontech EDI Module | Nominal Flow Rating (gpm) | Minimum Flow (gpm) | Maximum Flow (gpm) | Operating Current (ADC) | Operating Voltage (VDC) | Operating Weight (lbs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT-DS05 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0-6 | 0-30 | 100 |
| IT-DS10 | 5 | 2.5 | 7 | 0-6 | 0-60 | 155 |
| IT-DS20 | 9 | 4.5 | 13 | 0-6 | 0-135 | 175 |
| IT-DS24 | 12.5 | 6.5 | 18 | 0-6 | 0-165 | 200 |
| IT-DS30 | 15 | 7.5 | 22 | 0-6 | 0-200 | 275 |
| IT-DS50 | 22.4 | 11.5 | 33 | 0-6 | 0-300 | 325 |
EDI Power Supplies
UCC provides power supply control panels for Electrodeionization modules. The DC Power Controllers are designed to be used with all Electrodeionization modules for optimal performance.
| Model | Number of EDI Modules | Max Current & Volts per Module (ADC) | Max Current & Volts per Module (vdc) | Transformer KVA | Incoming Current (Amps AC) 220V | Incoming Current (Amps AC) 380V | Incoming Current (Amps AC) 480V | Panel Dimensions H (in) | Panel Dimensions W (in) | Panel Dimensions D (in) | Est. Ship_x0002_Weight (lbs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1MX | 1 | 2.5 | 200, 400, OR 600 | 3.5 | 15 | 10 | 10 | 30 | 30 | 12 | 75 |
| 2MX | 1 | 2.5 | 200, 400, OR 600 | 7 | 30 | 20 | 20 | 36 | 30 | 16 | 100 |
| 1 LX | 2 | 6.5 | 200 OR 400 | 4.5 | 25 | 15 | 15 | 30 | 30 | 12 | 125 |
| 2LX | 2 | 6.5 | 200 OR 400 | 9 | 25 | 30 | 36 | 30 | 16 | 220 | |
| 1LX or IVNX25 | 1 | 6.5 | 600 | 6.5 | 30 | 20 | 20 | 30 | 30 | 12 | 175 |
| 2LX or 2VNX25 | 2 | 6.5 | 600 | 13.2 | 40 | 30 | 36 | 30 | 16 | 250 | |
| 1VNX | 1 | 13.2 | 600 | 12 | 45 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 16 | 175 | |
| 2VNX | 2 | 13.2 | 600 | 24 | 60 | 60 | 48 | 36 | 20 | 325 | |
| 3VNX | 3 | 13.2 | 600 | 36 | 75 | 75 | 72 | 30 | 24 | 550 | |
| 4VNX | 4 | 13.2 | 600 | 48 | 100 | 100 | 72 | 30 | 24 | 750 | |
| 6VNX | 6 | 13.2 | 600 | 72 | 150 | 120 | 72 | 48 | 24 | 1000 | |
| 8VNX | 8 | 13.2 | 600 | 96 | 175 | 160 | 72 | 48 | 24 | 1500 |
E-Cell Electrodeionization (EDI) Water Treatment
SUEZ’s E-Cell electrodeionization (EDI) technology removes residual salts and ionizable aqueous species – such as carbon dioxide, silica, ammonia and boron – from your water sources. The EDI systems operate chemical-free, achieve 97% water recovery, and consume only electricity. They are ideal for multiple applications including: power generation for boiler feed and NOx control, semiconductors, microelectronics, food and beverage, and pharmaceuticals.
| Model |
|---|
| MK1 |
| MK2E |
| MK-3 |
| MK-3X |
| MK-3PharmaHT |
| MK-3MiniHTPharma |
| MK-7 |
Reverse Osmosis Membrane Replacement Parts
LG Water Solutions, a division of LG Chem, manufactures NanoH2O™ seawater and brackish water reverse osmosis (RO) membrane elements based on the breakthrough Thin-Film Nanocomposite (TFN) technology.
LG Water Solution’s NanoH2O™ brackish water RO membranes are gaining traction with major utilities and industrial end-users worldwide. The TFN technology, coupled with intrinsic anti-fouling properties, delivers reliable performance and reduced operational downtime, leading to a lower total cost of plant ownership.
| Seawater RO Membranes | |
|---|---|
| Low Energy | LG SW 400 ES |
| LG SW 440 ES | |
| High Rejection | LG SW 400 SR G2 |
| LG SW 440 SR G2 | |
| LG SW 400 GR G2 | |
| LG SW 440 GR G2 | |
| LG SW 400 R G2 | |
| LG SW 440 R G2 | |
| LG SW 400 SR | |
| LG SW 440 SR | |
| LG SW 400 GR | |
| LG SW 440 GR | |
| LG SW 400 R | |
| LG SW 440 R | |
| LG SW 4040 R | |
| Brackish Water RO Membranes | |
| Ultra-Low Energy* | LG BW 4040 UES* |
| LG CW 4040 SF* | |
| LG BW MOST | |
| LG BW MOST+ | |
| Low Energy** | LG BW 400 ES |
| LG BW 440 ES | |
| LG BW 400 ES L | |
| LG BW 440 ES L | |
| LG BW 4040 ES** | |
| High Rejection | LG BW 400 R G2 |
| LG BW 440 R G2 | |
| LG BW MaxRO | |
| LG BW 400 R Dura | |
| LG BW 440 R Dura | |
| LG BW 400 R | |
| LG BW 440 R | |
| LG BW 4040 R*** | |
| LG BW 400 AFR G2 | |
| LG BW 400 AFR | |
| Commercial RO Membranes | |
| High Rejection* | LG BW 2521 R |
| LG BW 2540 R | |
| LG BW 4021 R | |
| Low Energy* | LG BW 2521 ES |
| LG BW 2540 ES | |
| LG BW 4021 ES | |
| Ultra-Low Energy* | LG BW 2521 UES |
| LG BW 2540 UES | |
| LG BW 4021 UES |
Conclusion
For facilities depending on high purity water, investing in high-quality replacement parts isn’t optional — it’s essential. Whether it’s swapping RO membranes for sustained filtration, replacing EDI modules for consistent deionization, or maintaining power/control hardware, having a robust replacement-and-maintenance program protects water quality, ensures reliability, and reduces long-term costs and surprises.
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