Agriculture
December 27, 2023
CycloClean
Read SolutionImplemented by
Nippon Basic Co. Ltd.
Updated on January 25, 2024
·Created on October 19, 2020
The Spectra Aquifer 360 is a portable desalination and water purification unit.
The Spectra Aquifer 360 is a portable water purification and desalination system produced by Spectra Watermakers – Katadyn Group. The system produces an average salt rejection of 99.5% for a variety of water sources including seawater, river water, lake water, contaminated or brackish water from wells. The energy-efficient water maker means the system can be powered by solar panels.
The system is corrosion resistant and built to survive outdoor environments with military-grade molded plastic cases. The aquifer system is ideal for emergencies, disaster relief, expeditions, military, and recreation.
Target SDGs
SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
Market Suggested Retail Price
$15,462.00
Target Users (Target Impact Group)
Community, Public Sector Agencies
Distributors / Implementing Organizations
Distributed worldwide through selected stores. This product has been implemented by Operation Blessing, World Hope International and the US Marine Corps.
Competitive Landscape
Direct competitors include Desolenator and Slingshot.
Manufacturing/Building Method
This product is manufactured in California, USA by Spectra Watermakers, part of the Katadyn Group.
Intellectural Property Type
Trademark
User Provision Model
Users can obtain the product by contacting dealers and showrooms , from 92 stores across 55 countries.
Distributions to Date Status
Unknown
Target use case
Community use
Manufacturer-specified flow rate (L/hr)
55 L/hr
Bacteria reduction
Unknown
Type of membrane filtration
Reverse Osmosis
Virus reduction
Unknown
Protozoa reduction
Unknown
Heavy metals and/or arsenic reduction
None
Maximum recommended influent turbidity level (NTU)
Unknown
Effluent turbidity levels (NTU)
Unknown
Material of construction
Plastic and charcoal
Safe water storage capacity (L)
None
Manufacturer-specified lifetime volume (L)
Unknown
Design Specifications
Spectra Aquifer 360 is corrosive resistant and built to survive outdoor environments. The unit pumps water approximately 6 L/min to the reverse osmosis membrane. Feed water is filtered through three stages. The first stage removes large debris through a strainer and keeps the intake several inches from the bottom. Water then passes through an 80 mesh screen and a 5 micron pre-filter to protect the pump from silt, algae and abrasive particles. 10% of the water the passes through the membrane is purified water. The remaining water is returned to the source as concentrated brine. Nothing is retained within the system. The handheld salinity tester measures the total dissolved solids (TDS) of the purified water. When the TDS is <750 parts per million (PPM), the purified water can be stored for usage. Dimensions (cm): 79 x 40 x 52 Weight (kg): 44 Voltage Options: 12 V or 24 V DC. Able to pair with wind, solar, or battery power sources for off-grid application. Power: 220 W – 4.5 W/L
Technical Support
Spectra has customer service and support with technicians available by Skype, phone and e-mail in North America and Europe.
Replacement Components
Replacement components include: Suction Strainer, 20” Membrane, 5 Micron Filter Element, Clark Pump Internal Components, Filter Housing O-Ring, Feed Pump, Charcoal Filter, Alkaline Membrane Cleaner, Acid Cleaner, and Membrane Preservative.
Lifecycle
Membranes can last 8-10 years or more with proper maintenance.
Manufacturer Specified Performance Parameters
The unit was designed to reduce salt by 99.5%, for an output of 56 L/h and 10% of intake water recovered. The designer specifies the system is corrosion resistant and energy-efficient.
Vetted Performance Status
Unknown
Safety
The product is shipped with a non-toxic potable water system preservative. Damage may occur if the preservative is not flushed out and the membrane is pressurized with the preservative still inside.
Complementary Technical Systems
The system requires a power source (12 V or 24 V/20 A) for use and is able to pair with wind, solar, or battery power sources for off-grid application. A 3 panel power case can be combined with the unit to create a fully self-sufficient system.
Academic Research and References
“Store Finder,” Spectrawatermakers.com. Available: https://www.spectrawatermakers.com/us/us/storefinder
Katadynmilitary.com. Available: https://www.katadynmilitary.com/downloads/all-downloads/manuals/Case%20Study%20Katadyn%20Group%20Operation%20Blessing%20in%20Colombia_EN_13.pdf
“Clinton Global Initiative,” Clinton Foundation, 03-Feb-2021. Available: https://www.clintonfoundation.org/programs/leadership-public-service/clinton-global-initiative#impact
“Military Projects,” Spectrawatermakers.com. Available: https://www.spectrawatermakers.com/us/us/about/projects/military-projects?project=12334#locationMap
“Spectra Aquifer 360 – Watermaker,” Com.au. Available: https://www.southernseasmarine.com.au/index.php?_route_=aquifer-360-56-litres-per-hour-portable
Goal 6. (n.d.). Sdgs.un.org. Available: https://sdgs.un.org/goals/goal6
“About Spectra – Spectra,” Spectrawatermakers.com. Available: https://www.spectrawatermakers.com/us/us/about/about-spectra
Spectrawatermakers.com. Available: https://www.spectrawatermakers.com/downloads/all-downloads/fact-sheets/Fact%20Sheet%20-%20Aquifer%20360%20Expedition.pdf
“Aquifer 200 and aquifer 360 manual,” Engineeringforchange.org. Available: https://www.engineeringforchange.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/aquifer-360-manual-ae050516.pdf
Military-Aquifer-Short-Video.mp4. 2017. https://www.spectrawatermakers.com/us/us/11140-Aquifer+360+Expedition
Compliance with regulations
Unknown
Evaluation methods
Unknown
Other Information
None
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