LEWATIT® TP 106

Summary

Product identification

Lewatit® TP 106 is a strong base anion exchange resin.

• Common Description: Gel-type, polystyrene-based, heterodisperse particle size distribution.
• Delivery form: Cl⁻
• Functional group: Quaternary ammonium
• Matrix: Styrenic
• Structure: Gel
• Appearance: White, opaque

Applications

Lewatit® TP 106 is particularly applicable for the removal of traces of perchlorate, chlorate, bromate, and other soft anions from various water and process streams, especially those with a high background of chloride and sulfate.

A special start-up procedure is required for potable water treatment.

Specified Data

• Uniformity coefficient: max. 1.7
• Effective size (d10): 0.40-0.55 mm
• Fines (less than 0.315 mm): max. 1 vol %
• Total capacity (delivery form): min. 0.65 eq/L

Note: The values given in this section are preliminary and can be subject to adjustments.

Typical Physical and Chemical Properties

• Bulk density for shipment (+/- 5%): 690 g/L
• Water retention (delivery form): approx. 37-47 wt %
• Stability pH range: 0-14
• Stability temperature range: 1-80 °C
• Storage time (after delivery): max. 2 years
• Storage temperature range: -20 - +40 °C

Note: The values given in this section are preliminary and can be subject to adjustments.

Operation

• Operating temperature: max. 80 °C
• Bed depth for single column: min. 800 mm
• Max. pressure loss during operation: 250 kPa
• Freeboard during backwash: min. 80-100 vol %

Additional Information & Regulations

• Safety precautions: Strong oxidants, such as nitric acid, can cause violent reactions. Observe the Safety Data Sheet.
• Disposal: Dispose of in accordance with the European waste nomenclature.
• Storage: Store under roof in dry conditions, above freezing point and out of direct sunlight. If frozen, thaw gradually at ambient temperature. Recommended use within 24 months of delivery; check packaging condition thereafter.

Disclaimer: This extraction may miss figures, footnotes, or revisions. Contractual data must match the OEM PDF revision used on the project.

Official datasheet (PDF)

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