PRISM® Membrane Separators

Your clear choice when you need a reliable, mobile, and low-maintenance membrane separator for your product line of gas systems. PRISM Membrane Separators consist of thousands of hollow fibers that act as a molecular filter to separate compressed gases into individual elements, including nitrogen or hydrogen.

Whether you’re separating air for a nitrogen supply or upgrading biomethane, Air Products Membrane Solutions’ portfolio of PRISM Membrane Separators can deliver a pure, dry gas stream that is ready to use.

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The benefits of PRISM Membranes

Field-proven in a wide variety of applications

Significant savings vs. other technologies

Easily expandable systems

Lightweight and compact

Minimal maintenance on membranes and systems

No moving parts

Ideal for remote locations

Long-lasting performance

How Membrane Separators Work

Each membrane separator contains thousands of asymmetric hollow fibers that act as a molecular filter. When high-pressure gas mixtures enter the separator, the gas components divide as a result of selective permeation. Fast gases (such as oxygen) permeate easily through the membrane wall and exit the side port. Slow gases (such as nitrogen) have a difficult time passing through the membrane wall and travel the bore of the fiber exiting through the port at the end of the shell.

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Our expert engineers can help you identify, design, and implement the optimal membrane separation system for your process or application.