Preparation of ion-exchange membranes using pullulan as polymer matrix

The purpose of the present work is to apply the semi-Interpenetrating Polymer Network technique to the preparation of tailor-made membranes from pullulan/polyelectrolyte blends. Two types of polyelectrolyte (Pe) containing sulfonate (PSSNa) or carboxylic groups (PAA) were chosen. The 60/40 pullulan/...

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Published in:Carbohydrate polymers 2005-07, Vol.61 (1), p.1-4
Main Authors: Lebrun, L., Blanco, J.F., Métayer, M.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Applied sciences
Aureobasidium pullulans
Chemical and Process Engineering
Crosslinking
diffusion
electrolytes
Engineering Sciences
Exact sciences and technology
Exchange resins and membranes
Forms of application and semi-finished materials
ion exchange resins
Ion-exchange membranes
mechanical properties
Polyelectrolyte
Polymer industry, paints, wood
polymers
Pullulan
sodium chloride
sulfonates
Technology of polymers
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Summary:The purpose of the present work is to apply the semi-Interpenetrating Polymer Network technique to the preparation of tailor-made membranes from pullulan/polyelectrolyte blends. Two types of polyelectrolyte (Pe) containing sulfonate (PSSNa) or carboxylic groups (PAA) were chosen. The 60/40 pullulan/Pe mass ratio was selected to prepare a homogenous film with suitable mechanical properties. Isocyanate and glutaraldehyde were tested as crosslinking agents to form the pullulan network in which the Pe is entrapped. The efficiency of the entrapment was monitored by swelling and ion-exchange measurements. The most efficient crosslinker was glutaraldehyde. Ion-diffusion experiments were performed on the pullulan/PAA membranes that had the most interesting properties.
ISSN:0144-8617
1879-1344
DOI:10.1016/j.carbpol.2002.10.001