{"product_id":"8-crosslink-strong-acid-cation-exchange-resin","title":"8% Crosslink Strong Acid Cation Exchange Resin (1 Cubic Foot)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:521ad5ac-830d-4d7e-a6e3-70859faf1834-19\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-12\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"04090637-04f5-41df-954a-ee123d960432\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"46\"\u003e8% Crosslink Strong Acid Cation Exchange Resin\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"48\" data-end=\"409\"\u003eThis 8% crosslink strong acid cation exchange resin is designed for efficient hardness removal in residential, commercial, and industrial water softening systems. The resin is manufactured from a styrene–divinylbenzene copolymer matrix with sulfonic acid functional groups and is supplied in the sodium form for immediate use in standard softening applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"411\" data-end=\"775\"\u003eThe resin works through ion exchange, replacing hardness minerals such as calcium and magnesium with sodium ions, effectively reducing scale formation in plumbing systems, boilers, and equipment. Its balanced crosslink structure provides reliable mechanical strength, good resistance to fouling, and long service life in a wide range of water treatment conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"910\"\u003eThis resin is commonly used in potable water treatment, food and beverage processing, and general industrial water softening systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"924\"\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"1320\"\u003eStrong acid cation exchange resin designed for hardness removal\u003cbr data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"992\"\u003e8% crosslink structure for reliable durability and performance\u003cbr data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003eHigh ion exchange capacity for efficient softening\u003cbr data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1110\"\u003eUniform bead size distribution for consistent flow and regeneration\u003cbr data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003eExcellent mechanical strength and chemical stability\u003cbr data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1235\"\u003eSuitable for potable water and food processing applications\u003cbr data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003eWide operating pH range\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1342\"\u003eTYPICAL APPLICATIONS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003eResidential water softeners\u003cbr data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1374\"\u003eCommercial water softening systems\u003cbr data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003eIndustrial water treatment\u003cbr data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1440\"\u003eBoiler feed water softening\u003cbr data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003eFood and beverage processing water treatment\u003cbr data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003ePre-treatment for reverse osmosis systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1560\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003eRESIN CHARACTERISTICS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1745\"\u003eAppearance: Golden yellow to brown spherical beads\u003cbr data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003eMatrix: Styrene–divinylbenzene copolymer\u003cbr data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1679\"\u003eFunctional Group: Sulfonic acid\u003cbr data-start=\"1710\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003eIonic Form (as supplied): Sodium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1747\" data-end=\"1766\"\u003ePHYSICAL PROPERTIES\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"1982\"\u003eTotal Exchange Capacity: Minimum 2.0 meq\/ml\u003cbr data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"1814\"\u003eMoisture Content: 43 – 50%\u003cbr data-start=\"1840\" data-end=\"1843\"\u003eShipping Weight: 810 – 850 kg\/m³\u003cbr data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"1878\"\u003eParticle Size Range: 0.3 – 1.2 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1911\" data-end=\"1914\"\u003eUniformity Coefficient: Maximum 1.7\u003cbr data-start=\"1949\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003eEffective Size: 0.45 – 0.60 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1984\" data-end=\"2004\"\u003eOPERATING CONDITIONS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2006\" data-end=\"2193\"\u003eMaximum Operating Temperature: 120°C\u003cbr data-start=\"2042\" data-end=\"2045\"\u003eOperating pH Range: 0 – 14\u003cbr data-start=\"2071\" data-end=\"2074\"\u003eResistance to Reducing Agents: Good\u003cbr data-start=\"2109\" data-end=\"2112\"\u003eResistance to Oxidizing Agents: Generally good; free chlorine should be minimized\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2195\" data-end=\"2210\"\u003eIMPURITY LIMITS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2212\" data-end=\"2316\"\u003eIron: 100 mg\/L maximum (as Fe)\u003cbr data-start=\"2242\" data-end=\"2245\"\u003eHeavy Metals: 20 mg\/L maximum (as Pb)\u003cbr data-start=\"2282\" data-end=\"2285\"\u003eArsenic: 3 mg\/L maximum (as As)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2318\" data-end=\"2338\"\u003eOrganic Extractives:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2340\" data-end=\"2414\"\u003eMaximum 1 mg\/L in deionized water\u003cbr data-start=\"2373\" data-end=\"2376\"\u003eMaximum 1 mg\/L in 15% ethanol solution\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2416\" data-end=\"2445\"\u003eRECOMMENDED STARTUP PROCEDURE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2447\" data-end=\"2724\"\u003eAfter filling the service vessel, the resin bed should be thoroughly rinsed with approximately 20 bed volumes of deionized water to remove any residual organic leachables. This procedure is typically required only during initial installation or after extended shutdown periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2726\" data-end=\"2733\"\u003eSTORAGE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2735\" data-end=\"2909\"\u003eResin beads must remain moist at all times and should never be allowed to dry out. Store in sealed containers or bags in a cool, shaded environment away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2911\" data-end=\"2917\"\u003eSAFETY\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2919\" data-end=\"3168\"\u003eAcid and alkaline solutions used during regeneration are corrosive and should be handled with appropriate safety precautions. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. When oxidizing agents are used, proper care should be taken to prevent resin degradation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3170\" data-end=\"3187\"\u003ePACKAGING OPTIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3189\" data-end=\"3415\"\u003eHDPE lined bags: 25 L or 50 L\u003cbr data-start=\"3218\" data-end=\"3221\"\u003eLDPE bags: 1 cubic foot \/ 25 L\u003cbr data-start=\"3251\" data-end=\"3254\"\u003eSuper sacks: approximately 1000 L (35–42 cubic feet)\u003cbr data-start=\"3306\" data-end=\"3309\"\u003eHDPE or metal drums with liner bags: 180 – 200 L\u003cbr data-start=\"3357\" data-end=\"3360\"\u003eFiber drums with liner bags: approximately 7 cubic feet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3417\" data-end=\"3431\"\u003eCERTIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3433\" data-end=\"3589\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eCommonly tested and certified to NSF \/ ANSI \/ CAN 61 for potable water contact and NSF \/ ANSI 372 lead-free compliance depending on supplier specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"322 Water","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48097321648376,"sku":null,"price":170.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0816\/2230\/2968\/files\/REsin.png?v=1774448515","url":"https:\/\/322water.com\/products\/8-crosslink-strong-acid-cation-exchange-resin","provider":"322 Water","version":"1.0","type":"link"}