Field Notes on Strong Base Anion Exchange Resin 201X7 SC

If you’re shortlisting a strong base anion resin for high-silica or mixed-bed polishing, 201X7 SC keeps popping up—for good reason. It’s a polystyrene-DVB gel resin functionalized with quaternary ammonium groups (-N(CH3)3). In plain English: high total capacity, robust beads, and steady performance in demanding demin lines. I’ve seen operators warm to it quickly, especially in retrofit projects where hydraulic stability matters more than brochure gloss.

What it is (and why it works)

201X7 SC is a Type I strong base anion gel resin (≈7% DVB). The quaternary ammonium functionality gives it reliable silica “pickup” and low leakage in deep demineralization. It ships typically in Cl− form, converts to OH− fast, and, to be honest, regenerates cleanly with standard NaOH under moderate temperatures.

Typical specifications

Parameter	201X7 SC (typ.)	Reference/Test
Matrix / Crosslink	Polystyrene-DVB gel, ≈7% DVB	ASTM D2187
Functional group	Quaternary ammonium (Type I, -N(CH3)3)	ASTM D2187
Total capacity (Cl− form)	≥1.3 eq/L (≈4.0 eq/kg)	ASTM D2187
Moisture content	40–48%	ASTM D2187
Bead size / UC	0.315–1.25 mm / UC ≤1.6	ASTM D1921
Whole bead count	≥95%	ASTM D2187
Operating temp	≤60°C (Cl−/OH−)	Manufacturer data

Values are typical; real-world use may vary with water matrix, flow, and regeneration strategy.

Process flow and QA

• Materials: styrene, DVB, chloromethylating agent, trimethylamine.
• Method: suspension polymerization → chloromethylation → amination → conversion (Cl−) → rinse and grading.
• Testing: bead integrity, moisture, capacity, UC, rinse DOC; per ASTM D2187 plus in-house QC.
• Certifications: ISO 9001 production; optional NSF/ANSI/CAN 61 for potable contact (ask vendor).
• Service life: ≈3–5 years in DI trains, longer with clean feed and gentle caustic profiles.

Applications and what users say

Common deployments: mixed-bed polishing, full demineralization (with SAC), condensate polishing, dealkalization, and high-silica removal before RO. Many customers say pressure drop stays predictable after multiple backwashes; a maintenance lead at a textile dyehouse told me, “fewer fines, fewer surprises”—not a lab metric, but it counts.

Quick vendor snapshot

Vendor/Model	Type	Capacity (eq/L)	Certs	Notes
Lijiresin 201X7 SC	strong base anion Type I	≈1.3–1.4	ISO 9001; NSF 61 on request	Good bead strength; silica control
Global Brand A (Type I)	strong base anion	≈1.2–1.3	NSF 61	Lower rinse volumes
Regional Brand B (Type I)	strong base anion	≈1.1–1.25	ISO 9001	Budget-friendly

Comparisons are indicative; verify against current datasheets and your water analysis.

Customization and deployment tips

• Options: OH− pre-conversion, tighter bead grading for low pressure drop, food-contact rinse protocols.
• Regeneration: 4–6% NaOH, 2–3 BV, 30–45 min contact; keep temperatures ≤40–50°C for longevity.
• Case flashes: power-plant condensate polishing (silica break-through delayed by 10–15%), electronics DI (TOC under control after extended rinse), and textile mills reducing alkalinity spikes. Results vary, of course.

Origin: NO.2 East Jianshe Road, High-Tech Industrial Development South Zone Wei County, Xingtai, Hebei Province, China.

Standards and documentation

Ask for ISO 9001 certificate, material safety data, and potable-water compliance (NSF/ANSI/CAN 61) if applicable. For lab verification, ASTM D2187 is your friend. It seems basic, but aligning on test methods saves weeks of emails.

Authoritative citations

1. ASTM D2187 – Standard Test Methods for Physical and Chemical Properties of Ion-Exchange Resins.
2. NSF/ANSI/CAN 61 – Drinking Water System Components – Health Effects.
3. ISO 9001:2015 – Quality Management Systems – Requirements.
4. EPRI Guidelines for Condensate Polishing in Fossil and Combined-Cycle Plants.
5. IUPAC Compendium of Chemical Terminology (Gold Book) – Ion exchange definitions.