Overview
m-Foam integrates a high-surface-area reticulated foam matrix with a specialty titanium oxide media to deliver exceptional removal of divalent metal contaminants such as cadmium (Cd²⁺), copper (Cu²⁺), nickel (Ni²⁺), mercury (Hg²⁺), and lead (Pb²⁺) from aqueous streams. This advanced composite structure maximizes contact efficiency, minimizes pressure drop, and enables rapid adsorption kinetics for both point-of-use and industrial water treatment applications. m-Foam combines the versatility of open-cell foam with the high affinity of titanium hydroxide, providing a robust platform for heavy-metal mitigation.
Performance Advantages
- Targeted Metal Reduction: Highly selective adsorption for +2 metal ions, including Pb, Cd, Cu, Ni, and Hg.
- High Surface Utilization: Reticulated foam geometry enhances mass transfer and reduces channeling compared to packed-bed media.
- Low Pressure Drop: Open-cell structure maintains superior hydraulic performance even under high flow conditions.
- Scalable Design: Adaptable for cartridge, panel, or modular vessel integration across residential, commercial, and industrial systems.
- Environmentally Responsible: Non-toxic and compliant with NSF/ANSI and EPA standards for potable water treatment.
Technical Summary
| Property | Typical Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Base Material | Reticulated Polyurethane or Polyether Foam | Open-cell, high-void structure providing excellent hydraulic flow and surface exposure |
| Functional Additive | Specialty Titanium Oxide | High-affinity media for divalent metal adsorption |
| Density Range | 0.35 – 0.65 g/cm³ | Dependent on titanium hydroxide loading and foam grade |
| Pore Size | 30 – 50 PPI | Optimized for flow uniformity and diffusion efficiency |
| Operating pH | 30 – 50 PPI | Effective performance across typical water treatment conditions |
| Operating Temperature | up to 80 °C | Optimal under standard water treatment conditions |
| Typical Pressure Drop | < 10 mbar (at nominal flow) | High permeability with minimal resistance |