Preparation of Cu-MnO2/GO/PVDF Catalytic Membranes via Phase Inversion Method and Application for Separation Removal of Dyes

To address the issues of hydrophobicity, easy fouling, and limited application of polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) membranes in water treatment processes, this study prepared Cu-MnO₂/GO/PVDF catalytic membranes via the immersion precipitation phase inversion method. Graphene oxide (GO) was incorporated to facilitate the construction of good water channels, while copper-doped manganese dioxide (Cu-MnO₂) was added to enhance catalytic activity. The structure, morphology, and performance of the membranes were characterized comprehensively. Results showed that Cu-MnO₂ was well interspersed between GO sheets, thereby increasing membrane surface roughness, effective filtration area, and hydrophilicity. The best catalytic membrane CM-5 exhibited the highest pure water flux (1391.20 L·m^-2·h^-1) and methyl blue (MBE) rejection rate (98.06%), and it also displayed excellent reusability and stability. EPR tests confirmed the generation of HO· and HOO· in the Fenton-like system, which mediated dye degradation. The Cu-MnO₂/GO/PVDF catalytic membrane demonstrated excellent hydrophilicity, antifouling properties, and catalytic efficiency, thus providing a viable solution for dye wastewater treatment.