Gel vs macroporous
Gel resins often provide strong capacity and are widely used for softening and demin trains. Macroporous structures can offer improved resistance in challenging waters (organics/fouling) depending on design.
Product Water Treatment
Ion Exchange Resin (Cation)
Strong acid cation exchange resin media used for water softening and demineralization—removing hardness ions (Ca²⁺/Mg²⁺) and supporting high-quality process water for boilers, RO pretreatment, industrial utilities, and production lines.
Softening & demineralization
Gel or macroporous options
Na⁺ or H⁺ form (per process)
Repeat procurement support
Packaging: bags / drums / IBC (as applicable)
Documentation: SDS / COA / TDS on request
Lead time depends on grade, lane & volume
Typical use
Softener • Demin • Polishing
Common forms
Na⁺ (softening) • H⁺ (demin)
Media types
Gel • Macroporous
Documentation
SDS • COA • TDS
Applications
Cation exchange resins are core media for removing dissolved cations from water. In sodium (Na⁺) form they exchange hardness ions (Ca²⁺/Mg²⁺) to reduce scale formation. In hydrogen (H⁺) form they remove cations as part of demineralization systems (typically paired with anion resin). Tell us your inlet water and target quality so we can align the correct resin type and ionic form.
Water softening (Na⁺ form)
For utilities and process water where hardness causes scaling on heat exchangers, boilers, RO membranes, and piping. Typical regeneration with brine (NaCl).
Hardness removal
Scale reduction
Brine regeneration
Demin / dealkalization (H⁺ form)
Used in demineralization trains (SAC + SBA) for low conductivity make-up water. Regeneration typically with acid (e.g., HCl or H₂SO₄).
Demineralization
Conductivity reduction
Acid regeneration
Condensate polishing / high purity
Selected grades support polishing applications where consistent bead integrity and controlled fines are important. Specify pressure drop limits and operating temperature.
Polishing
Low fines
Stable operation
Typical industries
- Industrial utilities and boiler make-up systems
- RO pretreatment and membrane protection programs
- Food, beverage, and general process water conditioning (application-dependent)
- Cooling and HVAC water quality management
- General manufacturing: rinse water and equipment protection
Note: Your original template’s “disinfection/bleaching” bullets do not match ion exchange resin use. This enhanced page corrects the applications to softening/demineralization, which is consistent with the product name.
How to select the right cation resin
Selection is driven by water chemistry, desired capacity, fouling risk, and operating conditions. Share your inlet analysis and constraints; we’ll match a grade that fits your performance and lifecycle needs.
Na⁺ vs H⁺ form
Na⁺ form is standard for softeners (hardness exchange). H⁺ form is used for demineralization and dealkalization steps (often paired with anion resin).
Crosslink & bead integrity
Mechanical strength, swelling behavior, and attrition resistance affect pressure drop and lifetime—especially in high flow or frequent regeneration cycles.
Fouling considerations
Iron, manganese, oil/organics, and particulates can foul resin. Pretreatment (filtration/oxidation) may be needed for stable capacity.
Temperature limits
Higher temperatures can accelerate resin aging. Confirm continuous and peak temperatures to align the correct resin series.
Regenerant choice
Softening typically uses NaCl brine; demin uses acids. Chemical availability, safety, and waste handling can influence the recommended grade and program.
If you can share a recent water analysis (hardness, alkalinity, TDS, iron, manganese, silica, organics), we can recommend the most suitable resin type and help you estimate cycle length and regenerant consumption.
Typical specifications & formats
Values depend on grade and customer requirements. Confirm details on quotation.
| Resin class | Strong acid cation (SAC) exchange resin, sulfonated polymer bead media (typical for industrial softening and demineralization). |
|---|---|
| Structure options | Gel or macroporous (per inquiry). Selection depends on fouling risk, operating conditions, and lifecycle targets. |
| Ionic form (shipping) | Na⁺ form (softening) or H⁺ form (demineralization), depending on request. Other forms may be available by arrangement. |
| Bead size | Standard industrial bead size ranges (uniformity/mesh per grade). Provide vessel distributor details if you require narrow cut (uniform) resin. |
| Moisture / shipping condition | Shipped moist (water-wet) in sealed packaging to protect bead integrity. Do not allow to dry out. |
| Performance indicators | Total exchange capacity, salt split capacity (where relevant), swelling, attrition resistance, and pressure drop behavior (grade dependent). |
| Packaging | Bags, drums, IBC (as applicable). Confirm preferred unit size and handling equipment (forklift/palletization). |
| Documentation | SDS and COA on request; TDS for selected grades; additional documents can be supported for procurement onboarding (as applicable). |
Specifications vary by manufacturer/series. Always validate against the latest TDS and COA.
Operating guidance
Performance and lifetime depend on correct hydraulics, pretreatment, and regeneration practice. Below is a practical overview for procurement and operations teams; final parameters should follow the selected resin TDS and your system design.
Commissioning & bed conditioning
Rinse and classify the bed to remove fines, ensure correct distributor function, and stabilize pressure drop.
Service run
Operate within recommended flow rates to balance capacity utilization and leakage control.
Monitoring
Track hardness leakage (softeners) or conductivity (demin), plus pressure drop and flow stability.
Regeneration & rinse
Use correct regenerant concentration, contact time, and rinse steps to restore capacity and protect downstream quality.
Fouling warning: Iron, manganese, oil/organics, and particulates can reduce capacity and increase pressure drop. If you have these in your water, mention it in the RFQ so we can recommend a resin type and pretreatment approach.
Quality & documentation
Procurement-ready support: SDS and COA are available on request; TDS can be provided for selected grades. Share destination market/country and any onboarding requirements so we can prepare the right documentation bundle.
SDS
Handling, storage, hazard classification, and safe use guidance.
COA
Batch/lot parameters (where applicable) aligned to the supplied resin grade.
TDS (on request)
Typical properties: capacity, bead size, operating limits, and regeneration guidance (grade dependent).
Yes—depending on the resin series and lane. Tell us whether you need softening (Na⁺) or demin (H⁺) and your preferred regeneration chemical.
Water analysis, target leakage, vessel/resin volume, flow rate, operating temperature, fouling risks, and packaging preference. This lets us align a resin type and form that fits performance and lifetime needs.
Yes. For repeat orders, we can align packaging, labeling, and documentation bundles to your procurement SOPs and delivery cadence.
Request a quotation
Send your water chemistry and operating details. We’ll respond with a specification-aligned offer.
RFQ checklist
Copy/paste these items for the fastest matching.
- Use case: softening (Na⁺) / demin (H⁺) / polishing
- Inlet water: hardness, TDS, alkalinity, iron/manganese (if known)
- Target: hardness leakage or conductivity target
- Resin volume (L) and vessel dimensions (if available)
- Flow rate (m³/h) and operating temperature
- Regenerant: NaCl / HCl / H₂SO₄ preference
- Volume: one-time + monthly/annual forecast
- Packaging: bag / drum / IBC
- Destination + Incoterms (if known)
- Documents: SDS / COA / TDS
Prefer email? Send your RFQ to contact@atlastradehouse.com.
What you receive
Typical outputs after a complete RFQ.
- Recommended resin type (gel/macroporous) and ionic form
- Packaging/logistics proposal aligned to your handling method
- Documentation bundle (SDS/COA/TDS as agreed)
- Commercial quotation aligned to Incoterms
Spec-aligned
Procurement-ready
Repeat supply
Use main RFQ form
The main RFQ form helps route your request to the correct supply lane.
FAQ
Common questions from operations and procurement teams.
No. Cation exchange resin is a treatment media for ion removal (softening/demineralization). Disinfection is typically done with oxidants/biocides or UV systems depending on the process.
Many softeners use gel resins successfully. If you have higher organics/fouling risk or challenging waters, macroporous options may be appropriate. Share water analysis and we’ll recommend a suitable series.
Oxidants (e.g., free chlorine), high temperature, fouling (iron/organics), and poor regeneration/rinsing can reduce capacity and increase pressure drop. Pretreatment and correct operation extend life.
Common options include bags and drums; IBC/bulk may be available by lane. Tell us your handling method and we’ll align the best unit size.
If you’re also sourcing anion resin for full demineralization, share your target conductivity/silica and we can align a complete resin set.