Cation-Exchange Membrane (ASTOM, NEOSEPTA series) for Electrodialysis (ED) and Electrodeionization (EDI), CEEANCEM
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ASTOM Corporation (formerly part of Tokuyama) is considered the global leader in the production of homogeneous ion exchange membranes. Their membranes, branded as Neosepta™, are the industry standard for high-performance Electrodialysis (ED) and Electrodeionization (EDI) due to their unique "Paste Method" manufacturing, which combines molecular uniformity with extreme mechanical ruggedness.
Ultrapure Water (UPW) via EDI: In semiconductor and pharmaceutical water systems, Neosepta CMX is frequently used in EDI stacks. The membranes have an exceptionally smooth surface, which prevents "dead spots" where ions could trap and scale, ensuring the system can reach the 18.2 MΩ·m resistivity required for chip manufacturing.
Lithium Brine Concentration: ASTOM membranes are also central to the lithium supply chain by concentrating Lithium Chloride (LiCl) or Lithium Sulfate (Li2SO4) from brines. The CMS (Monovalent Selective) membrane allows lithium to be separated from divalent impurities like Magnesium, which is the "holy grail" of efficient lithium extraction.
Salt Production (Seawater): Japan produces nearly all its domestic salt using ASTOM membranes to concentrate seawater. Using CMS and ACS membranes, they produce a highly concentrated NaCl brine (200-250 g/L) while preventing heavy metals or gypsum from contaminating the salt.
| Part Number |
CEEANCEMCSE |
CEEANCEMCMB |
CEEANCEMCXPS |
| Membrane Series Number |
CSE |
CMB |
CXP-S |
| Characteristics |
High mechanical strength |
High Mechanical strength/Alkali Resistance |
Monovalent cation permselectivity |
| Electric Resistance (Ω cm2) |
1.8 |
4.5 |
2.0 |
| Burst Strength (MPa) |
≥0.35 |
≥0.40 |
≥0.20 |
| Thickness (mm) |
0.16 |
0.21 |
0.10 |
| Operation Conditions |
T≤40°C, pH: 0-14 |
T≤60°C, pH: 0-14 |
T≤40°C, pH: 0-10 |
| Application |
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| Package Grade |
10cm*10cm/pcs/pack (a larger size can be supplied upon request) |
10cm*10cm /pcs/pack (a larger size can be supplied upon request) |
10cm*10cm /pcs/pack (a larger size can be supplied upon request) |
Note: All the cation-exchange membranes should be immersed in a 3-5% NaCl solution before use. Please keep it in a hydrated condition.
Reference:
- E. Yu Safronova , et al., New cation-exchange membranes based on cross-linked sulfonated polystyrene and polyethylene for power generation systems, J. Membrane Sci., 2016, 565, 196-203.
- S.A. Mareev, et al., Geometric heterogeneity of homogeneous ion-exchange Neosepta membranes, J. Membrane Sci. 2018, 563, 768-776.
