AmberLite IRC120 H

Summary

Product identification

• Product Name: AmberLite™ IRC120 H Ion Exchange Resin
• Product Type: Gaussian, Gel, Strong Acid Cation Exchange Resin
• Intended Use: Industrial Demineralization
• Historical Reference: Previously sold as AmberLite™ IR120 H Ion Exchange Resin.
• Alternative Form: AmberLite™ IRC120 Na Ion Exchange Resin is available.

Description

AmberLite™ IRC120 H is a general-purpose demineralization resin designed for industrial water treatment. It is a strong acid cation exchange resin with a styrene-divinylbenzene copolymer matrix. It offers a balance of capacity and strength for a long lifetime in co-flow regenerated systems.

Typical Properties

Physical Properties

• Copolymer: Styrene-divinylbenzene
• Matrix: Gel
• Type: Strong acid cation
• Functional Group: Sulfonic acid
• Physical Form: Amber, translucent, spherical beads
• Particle Size:
  • < 300 µm: ≤ 2.0%

  • 1180 µm: ≤ 4.0%

  • Refer to Particle Size Distribution Cross Reference Chart (Form No. 45-D00954-en) for additional information.
• Density:
  • Particle Density: 1.19 g/mL
  • Shipping Weight: 785 g/L

Chemical Properties

• Ionic Form as Shipped: H⁺
• Total Exchange Capacity: ≥ 1.80 eq/L (H⁺ form)
• Water Retention Capacity: 48.0 – 58.0% (H⁺ form)
• Stability (Swelling): Na⁺ → H⁺ ≤ 11%

Suggested Operating Conditions

• Temperature Range (H⁺ form): 5 – 120°C (41 – 248°F)
• pH Range (Service Cycle): 1 – 14
• pH Range (Stable): 0 – 14

Additional information regarding recommended minimum bed depth, operating, and regeneration conditions for separate beds is available in our Tech Fact (Form No. 45-D01131-en).

Hydraulic Characteristics

Figures are provided in the original document illustrating:

• Figure 1: Backwash Expansion as a function of backwash flowrate and temperature (10 – 60°C / 50 – 140°F).
• Figure 2: Pressure Drop as a function of service flowrate and temperature (10 – 60°C / 50 – 140°F).

These pressure drop expectations are valid at the start of the service run with clean water and a well-classified bed.

Product Stewardship

DuPont is concerned with the safety, health, and environmental aspects of its products throughout their lifecycle. Users are encouraged to review their processes and applications to ensure products are used as intended. Consult Safety Data Sheets before use.

WARNING: Oxidizing agents like nitric acid can attack ion exchange resins under certain conditions, potentially leading to reactions ranging from degradation to explosion. Consult knowledgeable sources before using strong oxidizing agents.

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Official datasheet (PDF)

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