DuPont (NYSE:DD) announced the commercial launch of the new DuPont™ FilmTec™ LiNE-XD nanofiltration membrane elements for lithium brine purification. The FilmTec™ LiNE-XD and LiNE-XD HP represent DuPont’s first product offerings dedicated to lithium brine purification – offering high lithium passage from typical chloride-rich Li-brine streams and an excellent selectivity over divalent metals such as magnesium.
“We are excited to support the growing demand for Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) with our new FilmTec™ LiNE-XD nanofiltration membrane elements,” said Alan Chan, Global Vice President and General Manager, DuPont Water Solutions. “As the world seeks to power devices from smartphones to electric vehicles with lithium-ion batteries, FilmTec™ LiNE-XD elements can help enable lithium production from resources such as salt lake brine, geothermal brine, and surface and sub-surface clay.”
FilmTec™ LiNE-XD nanofiltration membrane elements are high-productivity membranes that allow for increased water and lithium recovery with reduced energy consumption. Employing expertly-designed and optimized membrane chemistry for lithium brine purification, FilmTec™ LiNE-XD nanofiltration elements offer the reliable operation and robust element lifetime that is synonymous with the FilmTec™ brand.