1.The 001X7 cation exchange resin is a type of bead-shaped plastic resin used in various purification processes. It is a high-capacity, premium grade cation exchange resin designed for use in industrial or household water conditioning equipment.
Here are some key features of 001X7 cation exchange resin:
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Strong acid cation exchange resin: It has a high affinity for positively charged ions (cations) and can remove them from a solution. The acidity of the resin is comparable to that of sulfuric acid and hydrochloric acid.
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Gel-type: This means it has a highly cross-linked structure that makes it strong and durable.
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7% cross-linked degree: This refers to the degree of bonding between the polymer chains in the resin. A higher degree of cross-linking makes the resin more rigid and resistant to chemical attack, but also reduces its capacity for ion exchange.
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Sulfonic acid functional group: This group (-SO3H) is responsible for the cation exchange properties of the resin. It can attract and bind to positively charged ions.
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High exchange capacity: It can remove a large amount of cations from a solution before it needs to be regenerated.
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Good physical strength: It is resistant to physical and chemical degradation.
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Fast exchange kinetics: It can rapidly exchange ions with a solution.
Common applications of 001X7 cation exchange resin include:
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Water softening: It is used to remove hardness-causing cations such as calcium and magnesium from water. This makes the water softer and more suitable for a variety of applications, such as laundry, bathing, and dishwashing.
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Demineralization: It can be used to remove a wide range of cations from water, including minerals, salts, and metals. This is used to produce high-purity water for industrial applications, such as power generation and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
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Hydrometallurgy: It is used to recover metals from solutions. The resin can selectively bind to the desired metal ions, while other ions are left behind.
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Sugar production: It is used to remove impurities from sugar solutions. This helps to improve the quality and yield of sugar products.
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Pharmaceutical industry: It is used to purify pharmaceutical products. It can remove unwanted ions that could interfere with the product's efficacy or stability.
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Monosodium glutamate industry: It is used to purify monosodium glutamate (MSG).
2. Equivalent foreign models
Purolite C100E; Amberlite SR1L; Lewatit S100LF; Dow Dowex HCR-S(E)S.
3. Application
1) Water and other liquid softening, desalination.
2) Aginomoto and amino acid, pure water preparation.
3) Hydrometallurgy, rare metal separation.
Cation resin, also known as water softener resin, is a type of bead-shaped plastic resin used in water softeners to remove hardness-causing minerals like calcium and magnesium from hard water.