Demineralizers, otherwise known as ion exchangers, are equipment that can hold ion exchange resins. The process, referred to as demineralization, is the exchange of the ions between a solid substance and an aqueous solution. The resins hold very small beads of termed resin beads that have an average diameter of 0.010 millimeter. Water is passed through this resin, which ensures that the impurities form hydrogen and hydroxyl ions that combine into pure water. After a certain period the beads will be exhausted and have to be either replaced or regenerated via a multi-step process. When the beads are regenerated, an acid and caustic solution is used. When the beads are replaced, the resin will be emptied and new beads will be placed.

The Lubron EasySoft SXT is a water softener for tap water. It is suitable for our media preparators.

The Lubron EasySoft SXT is a water softener for tap water. It is suitable for our media preparators.

Water softening is the process of removing calcium, magnesium and any other metals from hard water. Soft water is more compatible with soap and machinery. If soft water is not used when working with metal equipment, the hard water will start the build-up of limescale in the machinery. This could lead to large expenses. Water softeners are essentially demineralizers with an automatic bead regeneration system. Regeneration can be based on either time or volume, depending on the wishes of the customer. These devices are ideal for customers who require a large amount of water every day.

When working with smaller amounts of water, simply replacing the beads is a better option. For such customers, the WP78 demineralizer is available. It can be constructed into any cold water circuit and has a maximum flowrate of 45L/h. The amount of water it takes before the beads have to be replaced, depends on the water that flows through. The cleaner the water, the slower the beads will have to be replaced. For an exact estimate of the volume that your beads can demineralize, you will have to do some research regarding the quality of your tap water.

At Lab Associates we supply and service demineralizers, such as the EasySoft SXT (for regeneration on the basis of time), the EasySoft SXT2 (for regeneration on the basis of volume), the BiMatic series (for providing softened water 24hrs per day) and the WP78 demineralizer replaceable resin cartridges (incl. or excl. a cartridge holder).

The Lubron B45-DV water softener can provide softened water 24 hours a day because of its duplex water softener system.

The Lubron B45-DV water softener can provide softened water 24 hours a day because of its duplex water softener system.

The cartrigde is placed into the holder, which can be connected to any cold water circuit with a capacity of 40 liters/hour.

The WP78 demineralizer can be attached to any cold water circuit and has a maximum flowrate of 45 liters/hour.

The WP78 cartridge holds very small beads of ion exchange thermed resins. The resins demineralize the water.

The WP78 cartridge holds very small beads of ion exchange thermed resins. The resins demineralize the water.