Ga-Pak 10/15 Hard Water Pre-Purification Cartridge B
| Brand | Deepflow |
|---|---|
| Origin | Shanghai, China |
| Manufacturer Type | Authorized Distributor |
| Product Origin | Domestic (China) |
| Model | CYPAKGARDH2 |
| Pricing | Available Upon Request |
Overview
The Ga-Pak 10/15 Hard Water Pre-Purification Cartridge B (Model CYPAKGARDH2) is a dedicated inline pretreatment module engineered for integration into ultra-pure water (UPW) generation systems. Designed specifically to address high-hardness feed water—common in municipal supplies across Eastern China and other regions with elevated Ca²⁺/Mg²⁺ concentrations—this cartridge employs a dual-stage ion exchange resin formulation optimized for selective calcium and magnesium removal while preserving low sodium leakage and minimizing pressure drop. Unlike generic softening cartridges, the Ga-Pak 10/15 B utilizes a precisely balanced cationic exchange matrix with enhanced cross-linking density and controlled bead morphology, enabling consistent performance over extended service life under variable flow rates (0.5–2.0 L/min) and inlet TDS up to 350 ppm. It operates on the principle of stoichiometric ion exchange, where divalent cations are replaced by monovalent H⁺ or Na⁺ ions, thereby preventing scale formation downstream in reverse osmosis membranes, EDI stacks, and polishing deionization beds.
Key Features
- Dual-layer cation exchange resin architecture: outer layer targets rapid Ca²⁺/Mg²⁺ capture; inner layer provides reserve capacity and kinetic stability
- Optimized bead size distribution (300–600 µm) ensures uniform hydraulic flow and minimizes channeling or compaction under continuous operation
- Chemically resistant polypropylene housing rated for 0.8 MPa max operating pressure and compatible with UPW system sanitization protocols (e.g., hot water at 80°C or 1% hydrogen peroxide)
- Integrated flow-direction indicator and O-ring sealed end caps conforming to ISO 9001-certified assembly standards
- Pre-conditioned and pre-rinsed prior to packaging to eliminate residual chloride and sulfate leachables—validated via conductivity testing (<0.5 µS/cm effluent baseline)
Sample Compatibility & Compliance
The Ga-Pak 10/15 B is validated for use with feed water meeting typical municipal specifications: pH 6.5–8.5, turbidity <1 NTU, free chlorine <0.5 mg/L, and total iron <0.1 mg/L. It is not intended for direct use with seawater, brackish water, or wastewater influents. The cartridge complies with GB/T 17218–1998 (Chinese National Standard for Drinking Water Treatment Chemicals) and meets material safety requirements per NSF/ANSI Standard 61 Annex G for potable water contact. While not certified to ASTM D1193 Type I or ISO 3696 Grade 1 independently, it serves as a critical upstream component in multi-stage UPW systems designed to achieve resistivity ≥18.2 MΩ·cm (25°C) and total organic carbon (TOC) <5 ppb at point-of-use.
Software & Data Management
As a passive mechanical purification component, the Ga-Pak 10/15 B does not incorporate embedded electronics, sensors, or firmware. Its operational status is monitored indirectly through system-level instrumentation—including inlet/outlet pressure differentials (ΔP >0.15 MPa indicates exhaustion), conductivity trending, and automated log entries within the host ultra-pure water system’s PLC or SCADA interface. When integrated with Deepflow-branded UPW platforms (e.g., AquaPro Series), cartridge lifecycle data—including installation timestamp, cumulative volume processed, and predictive replacement alerts—can be synchronized via Modbus RTU or Ethernet/IP to central lab informatics systems compliant with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 audit trail requirements.
Applications
- Pretreatment for RO-EDI based ultra-pure water systems serving analytical laboratories (ICP-MS, LC-MS, AAS), semiconductor wafer cleaning, and pharmaceutical water-for-injection (WFI) support loops
- Protection of sensitive downstream components including thin-film composite RO membranes, ion-selective electrodes, and electrochemical sensors
- Enabling stable long-term operation of trace-metal-free water delivery in GLP/GMP environments where reproducible blank integrity is essential for method validation (e.g., USP , EP 2.2.44)
- Field-deployable water conditioning for mobile analytical labs operating from variable municipal sources in Asia-Pacific regions
FAQ
What is the recommended service life under typical laboratory conditions?
Under continuous operation at 1.2 L/min with inlet hardness of 180 mg/L as CaCO₃, expected throughput is 10,000–12,000 L before regeneration or replacement.
Can this cartridge be regenerated in-house?
No—Ga-Pak 10/15 B is a single-use, factory-precharged unit. Regeneration is not supported due to resin stabilization protocols and risk of cross-contamination.
Is it compatible with ozone-based system sanitization?
Yes, provided ozone concentration remains below 0.1 mg/L and exposure duration is limited to standard 30-minute cycles per ISO 22196-compliant protocols.
Does it remove silica or heavy metals?
No—this cartridge is specific to divalent cation removal. Silica, boron, and transition metals require additional polishing stages such as mixed-bed DI or specialty adsorbents.
How should spent cartridges be disposed?
Spent units must be treated as non-hazardous industrial waste per local regulations; resin content may be classified as spent ion exchange media under China’s HW13 category (waste catalysts and adsorbents).
