ASTM D2187 : 17

Standard Test Methods and Practices for Evaluating Physical and Chemical Properties of Particulate Ion-Exchange Resins

Standard Details

1.1 These test methods cover the determination of the physical and chemical properties of ion-exchange resins when used for the treatment of water. They are intended for use in testing both new and used materials. The following thirteen test methods are included:

	Sections
Test Practice A—Pretreatment	6 – 10
Test Method B—Water Retention Capacity	11 – 18
Test Method C—Backwashed and Settled Density	19 – 26
Test Method D—Particle Size Distribution	27 – 35
Test Method E—Salt-Splitting Capacity of Cation-Exchange Resins	36 – 45
Test Method F—Total Capacity of Cation-Exchange Resins	46 – 55
Test Method G—Percent Regeneration of Hydrogen-Form Cation-Exchange Resins	56 – 64
Test Method H—Total and Salt-Splitting Capacity of Anion-Exchange Resins	65 – 73
Test Practice I—Percent Regeneration of Anion Exchange Resins	74 – 82
Test Practice J—Ionic Chloride Content of Anion-Exchange Resins	83 – 90
Test Method K—Carbonate Content of Anion-Exchange Resins	91 – 99
Test Method L—Sulfate Content of Anion Exchange Resins	100 – 108
Test Practice M—Total Anion Capacity of Anion-Exchange Resins	109 – 117

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to inch-pound units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. Specific precautionary statements are given in Section 10.8.

1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International StandardDetails, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.