IONAC

Ion Exchange Membranes

Durable Membranes Offer High Permselectivity for Industrial Processes

Sybron Chemicals Inc. manufactures IONAC brand heterogenous ion exchange membranes with strong acid cationic and strong base anionic functionality. These membranes, with their strongly ionized functionality yield high permselectivity for industrial processes. The combination of a very strong fabric base and a chemically stable binder yields a very tough membrane. Their high Mullen Burst Strength ratings will not degrade within their normal operating temperature range. Ion exchange membranes are used in a variety of processing and waste treatment applications that include: I Production of Periodic acid I Recovery of metals from electroplating and metal finishing baths I Recovery of pickle liquors I Electrocoating for both anionic and cationic systems.
Applications

IONAC ion exchange membranes come in two precut sheet sizes. In addition, our MA-7500 membrane comes in standard-size rolls 43 or 45 inches wide, in lengths up to 30 meters (see table below). The 3400 series membranes are available as a special order in sheet sizes up to 65 inches wide by 144 inches long.
Physical Characteristics Membrane Sizes

MA-3475L / MC-3470L MA-3475S / MC-3470S MA-7500 (roll)

1.09 x 3.1 meters (43 x 122 inches) 0.84 x 2.5 meters (33 x 98 inches) 1.09 meters wide (43 inches wide) 1.14 meters wide (45 inches wide)

IONAC ion exchange membranes are furnished dry for ease of storage. The membranes should be stored in the shipping canister provided by Sybron Chemicals Inc., in a dry environment. They should be presoaked before use, following the instructions in the membrane preparation section, to obtain dimensional swelling.

Technical Data
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IONAC Ion Exchange Membranes

Typical Membrane Characteristics

Membrane Type:

Cation MC-3470 Up to 1.65 meter Up to 65 inches Up to 3.66 meters Up to 144 inches 15 1.4 150 10.3 25 10 96 25 80C (176F) 1 to 10 50 Sodium

Anion MC-3475 Up to 1.65 meter Up to 65 inches Up to 3.66 meters Up to 144 inches 16 0.9 150 10.3 50 25 99 20 80C (176F) 1 to 10 50 Chloride

Anion MA-7500 1.08 meter or 1.14 meter 43 inches or 45 inches Up to 30 meters Up to 98.4 feet 18 1.1 150 10.3 30 10 99 50 80C (176F) 1 to 10 50 Chloride

Width Length Thickness (mils) Total Exchange Capacity (meq/gm) Mullen Burst Test strength, min. (psi) (bar) Area Resistance (/cm2) 0.1 N NaCl 1.0 N NaCl Permselectivity 0.5 N NaCl / 1.0 N NaCl Water Permeability (ml/hr/ft2/psi) Temperature Stability, max. Chemical Stability (pH range) Current Density, max. (ampere/ft2) Ionic form, as shipped

Membrane Preparation

Membranes should be prepared for service by following either method listed below. By doing so, you will help ensure a long useful life for your membrane material.

Method A: The membranes should be completely immersed in a solution that is typical in composition to the liquid contacting the membrane in the system. It is preferable that this liquid be at a temperature of up to but not exceeding 55C to expedite equilibrium. Allow a contact time of 3 hours to ensure complete swelling. Method B: As an alternative to equilibrating in the application liquor, the membrane can be soaked in a water or brine solution under the same temperature and time conditions as stated above.

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The data included herein are based on test information obtained by Sybron Chemicals Inc. These data are believed to be reliable but do not imply any warranty or performance guarantee. We recommend that the user determine performance by testing on his own processing equipment. We assume no liability or responsibility for patent infringement resulting from the use of this product. IONAC is a registered trademark of Sybron Chemicals Inc. 1999 Sybron Chemicals Inc. All rights reserved. Membranes (WD) XM 10/99