Mixed Bed Ion Exchange Water Softener Resin for Water Treatment 001×7 Strongly Acidic Cation Mixed Bed Exchange Resin

Introduction to Water Softener Resin

Hard water causes scaling, reduces soap efficiency, and damages appliances. Water softener resin solves this by exchanging calcium/magnesium ions for sodium or hydrogen ions. Among various types, 001×7 strongly acidic cation mixed bed exchange resin stands out for high efficiency.

007 Ion Exchange Resin – Premium Strong Acid Cation Exchange Resin

1. Product Overview

The 007 ion exchange resin is a gel-type strong acid cation exchanger with superior stability, widely used in water treatment and industrial purification processes. Its sulfonated polystyrene-DVB matrix ensures high efficiency in ion removal applications.

2. Technical Specifications

3. Key Features & Benefits

✔ High Exchange Capacity – Efficient removal of Ca²⁺, Mg²⁺, and other cations
✔ Fast Kinetics – Rapid ion exchange rates for continuous processes
✔ Thermal/Chemical Stability – Withstands temperatures up to 120°C and pH 0-14
✔ Food-Grade Options – Compliant with FDA/EC standards for beverage production

4. Primary Applications

• Water Softening – Replaces hardness ions (Ca²⁺/Mg²⁺) with Na⁺
• Demineralization – Produces high-purity water by removing all dissolved ions
• Industrial Processes – Sugar refining, pharmaceutical purification, metal recovery (e.g., nickel, cobalt)

5. Performance Data

• Operating Capacity: 1.8-2.2 eq/L (Na⁺ form)
• Max Operating Temp: 120°C (248°F)
• pH Range: 0-14

Note: For optimal performance, regenerate with 10% NaCl solution (softening) or HCl/NaOH (demineralization).

Step-by-Step Guide: Using 001×7 Resin Effectively

1. Pre-Treatment Inspection

Check water hardness (test strips help). If >250 ppm, water softener resin is essential.

2. Loading the Resin Tank

Fill ⅔ of the tank with 001×7 resin to allow proper flow.

3. Backwashing (First Use)

Run water backward for 10 mins to remove fines.

4. Regeneration Cycle

• Use NaCl (for softening) or HCl/NaOH (for mixed beds).
• Rinse thoroughly post-regeneration.

5. Performance Testing

Verify output hardness (<17 ppm = success).

Pro Tip: Our 2025 case study showed 30% longer resin life with monthly backwashing.

Common Mistakes & How to Avoid Them

❌ Using chlorinated water → Resin oxidation.
✅ Solution: Install a carbon pre-filter.

❌ Overloading the resin bed → Reduced efficiency.
✅ Solution: Follow manufacturer’s capacity guidelines.

❌ Skipping regeneration → Resin exhaustion.
✅ Solution: Set automatic regeneration cycles.