Dow (DuPont) AmberLite™ IRN160 H/OH Ion Exchange Resin Nuclear-Grade Water Treatment Solution for Safe Efficient Power Operations

As a core nuclear-grade ion exchange resin under Dow (now part of DuPont), AmberLite™ IRN160 H/OH stands out in the nuclear power industry for its ultra-high purity, strong radioactive impurity removal, and stable long-term performance. This pre-mixed resin (a combination of strong acid cation and strong base anion resins) is tailor-made for nuclear water treatment scenarios, effectively solving pain points such as radioactive cation/anion removal, coolant purification, and rad waste decontamination. 

1. Core Advantages of AmberLite™ IRN160 H/OH: Why It’s Trusted in Nuclear Industry

① Nuclear-Grade Purity, Zero Contamination Risks

• Ultra-Low Impurity Control: Manufactured through specialized nuclear-grade processes, inorganic impurities (sodium, iron, cobalt, etc.) are strictly limited to trace levels. This prevents impurity activation in the reactor core, avoiding abnormal increases in system radioactivity and ensuring compliance with nuclear safety regulations.

• High Ionic Purity: The cation component achieves an exchange capacity of 2.1 eq/L, and the anion component reaches 1.2 eq/L. The as-shipped resin has minimal ionic contamination, eliminating the need for pre-treatment before use and reducing start-up time for nuclear water systems by 30%.

② Efficient Radioactive Impurity Removal, Protecting System Safety

• Dual-Action Purification: The cation resin efficiently captures radioactive cations such as ¹³⁷Cesium (¹³⁷Cs) and cobalt isotopes; the anion resin targets anionic radioactive materials and silica. It also removes silver impurities, fully meeting the strict water quality requirements of nuclear loops.

• Reduced Rad Waste: With higher exchange capacity than ordinary nuclear resins, it extends resin replacement cycles by 15-20%, reducing the generation of radioactive waste and lowering the cost and difficulty of rad waste treatment.

③ Stable Performance, Adaptable to Harsh Conditions

• Wide Operating Range: Maintains stable performance at 5-100°C (41-212°F) and pH 0-14, easily adapting to various nuclear water treatment scenarios (e.g., primary coolant blowdown, fuel pool purification) without performance degradation.

• Strong Mechanical Durability: ≥95% whole uncracked beads resist breakage during high-pressure backwashing and long-term operation. The cation resin has a particle density of 1.2 g/mL, and the anion resin 1.1 g/mL, ensuring uniform resin distribution in the bed and avoiding layer separation.

④ Pre-Mixed Design, Simplifying Installation & Maintenance

• Ready-to-Use Convenience: As a pre-mixed resin, it eliminates on-site mixing steps, reducing the risk of contamination during resin deployment and cutting system commissioning time by 25%.

• Easy Inventory Management: A single resin type covers both cation and anion removal needs, simplifying inventory categories for nuclear facilities and lowering storage and management costs.

2. Technical Parameters: Ensuring Compliance with Nuclear Standards (From Dow/DuPont Official Data)

3. Typical Application Scenarios: Covering Critical Nuclear Water Treatment Needs

AmberLite™ IRN160 H/OH is widely used in core links of nuclear power plants, providing safe and reliable water purification support:

① Primary Coolant Treatment

In pressurized water reactors (PWR) and boiling water reactors (BWR), it treats primary coolant blowdown and supports pre-outage cleanup. By removing radioactive impurities and scale-forming ions, it prevents reactor core contamination and equipment scaling, improving heat exchange efficiency by 5-8%.

② Fuel Pool Purification

Maintains the purity of fuel pool water, removing suspended solids and radioactive impurities. Ensures clear visibility in the pool and safe storage of spent nuclear fuel, complying with the nuclear industry’s fuel pool water quality standards.

③ Rad Waste Decontamination

Treats radioactive wastewater generated during nuclear plant operation, reducing the concentration of radioactive ions to meet discharge or recycling standards. It lowers the environmental impact of nuclear facilities and reduces the cost of off-site rad waste disposal.

④ Steam Generation System Treatment

Purifies the blowdown water of PWR steam generation systems (APG), preventing the accumulation of radioactive and scale-forming impurities in steam generators and extending the service life of key equipment by 10-15%.

4. Purchase Information: Choose FG Water for Authenticity & Professional Support

To ensure you obtain genuine Dow (DuPont) AmberLite™ IRN160 H/OH resin and enjoy professional technical services, it is recommended to purchase through FG Water Technologies (official website: https://www.fgwater.com/), an authorized distributor of DuPont nuclear-grade resins.

① Packaging Options

Note: All packaging meets nuclear industry contamination control requirements, with batch-specific Certificate of Origin (CO) and Quality (CQ) provided for traceability.

② How to Purchase & Consult

• Official Website Inquiry: Visit FG Water Technologies Official Website, enter the "International Brand Resins" section, search for "AmberLite IRN160 H/OH" to view product details, and submit an online inquiry form. The professional team will reply within 24 hours.

• Direct Contact:

• 24-hour Technical Support: +86-13646187144 (available for urgent nuclear project consultations and technical guidance)

• Business Cooperation: +86-510-85163211 (weekdays 9:00-18:00, providing project quotes and customized solutions)

• Email Communication: Send your specific needs (e.g., nuclear system type, water volume, impurity removal targets) to [email protected]. FG Water’s technical team will provide a tailored resin selection plan and detailed quotation.

③ Quality Assurance & After-Sales Service

• Genuine Guarantee: 100% authentic Dow (DuPont) resin, traceable via DuPont’s global product tracking system. Strictly complies with nuclear industry standards (e.g., ASTM D4388, GB/T 13659-2008).

• Technical Support: Access to DuPont’s nuclear water treatment experts for free services: resin loading guidance, system debugging, and troubleshooting. For large nuclear projects, on-site operator training is provided.

• Warranty Service: 18-month warranty against manufacturing defects. If quality issues occur during use, free replacement and on-site remediation services are offered to ensure the normal operation of nuclear water systems.

5. FAQ: Solving Common Doubts for Nuclear Facilities

Q1: Is this resin compatible with existing nuclear water treatment systems?

A1: Yes. It is designed to be compatible with all common nuclear water system technologies (e.g., co-current, counter-current regeneration systems). Enterprises can directly replace old resins with it without modifying equipment, ensuring seamless system integration.

Q2: How often does the resin need to be replaced in primary coolant treatment?

A2: The replacement cycle depends on the radioactive impurity concentration and water treatment volume. In typical PWR primary coolant blowdown systems, the resin is replaced every 18-24 months. FG Water’s technical team will provide a customized replacement schedule based on your system’s monitoring data.

Q3: Does the resin meet international nuclear safety standards?

A3: Absolutely. It complies with global nuclear regulations, including US NRC (Nuclear Regulatory Commission) guidelines, EU Euratom standards, and China’s GB 15193.1-2014 (Safety Requirements for Nuclear Power Plants), fully meeting the safety and compliance needs of cross-border nuclear projects.

6. Contact Information (FG Water Technologies Official)

• Official Website: https://www.fgwater.com/ (Browse nuclear-grade resin details, download technical documents, and submit online inquiries)

• 24-hour Technical Support: +86-13646187144 (Phone/WhatsApp)

• Business Cooperation Hotline: +86-510-85163211 (Weekdays 9:00-18:00)

• Official Email: [email protected] (For nuclear project quotes, technical solutions, and sample applications)

Choose Dow (DuPont) AmberLite™ IRN160 H/OH Ion Exchange Resin and cooperate with FG Water Technologies to ensure the safety, efficiency, and compliance of your nuclear water treatment system. Contact us now to get a customized solution and exclusive support for nuclear projects!