MaXX Ion exchange resin

Ion-exchange resin beads

An ion-exchange resin or ion-exchange polymer is a resin or polymer that acts as a medium for ion exchange. It is an insoluble matrix in the form of small (0.25–0.5 mm radius) microbeads, usually yellowish, fabricated from an organic polymer substrate. The beads are typically porous, providing a large surface area on and inside them the trapping of ions occurs along with the accompanying release of other ions, and thus the process is called ion exchange. There are multiple types of ion-exchange resin. Most commercial resins are made of polystyrene sulfonate.

Use

The most common examples are water softening and water purification. Ideal for preventing lime scale (calcium carbonate) buildup from well water.