--- product_id: 371846607 title: "Water Softener Resin Media Replacement, 1/4 Cu Ft Cation Resin, 8,000 Grain | MED-CAT-025 | 1/4 Cu Ft Ion Exchange Cation Resin | Water Softener Media for Home, RV & Portable Systems" brand: "ifilters" price: "B/.521" currency: PAB in_stock: true category: "I Filters" url: https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/371846607-water-softener-resin-media-replacement-1-4-cu-ft-cation store_origin: PA region: Panama --- # 0.25 CuFt resin volume FDA & NFC certified food-grade resin 8,000 grain softening capacity Water Softener Resin Media Replacement, 1/4 Cu Ft Cation Resin, 8,000 Grain | MED-CAT-025 | 1/4 Cu Ft Ion Exchange Cation Resin | Water Softener Media for Home, RV & Portable Systems **Brand:** ifilters **Price:** B/.521 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 💧 Elevate your water game with premium resin—because your hydration deserves the best! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Water Softener Resin Media Replacement, 1/4 Cu Ft Cation Resin, 8,000 Grain | MED-CAT-025 | 1/4 Cu Ft Ion Exchange Cation Resin | Water Softener Media for Home, RV & Portable Systems by ifilters - **How much does it cost?** B/.521 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.pa](https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/371846607-water-softener-resin-media-replacement-1-4-cu-ft-cation) ## Best For - ifilters enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted ifilters brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Compact Powerhouse:** Perfect 0.25 cubic foot size tailored for portable water softeners—upgrade without bulk. - • **Durable & Efficient:** Uniform particle size with superior mechanical strength delivers consistent performance and easy flow. - • **Food-Safe Certified:** NFC & FDA approved resin guarantees purity, safe for potable water and food processing. - • **High-Capacity Softening:** 8,000 grains capacity ensures long-lasting, efficient ion exchange for silky smooth water. - • **Universal Compatibility:** Seamlessly fits top portable systems like iFilters, On The Go, ABCWaters, and more—no guesswork. ## Overview This 0.25 cubic foot water softener resin media replacement offers 8,000 grains capacity with high-purity, FDA and NFC certified cation resin. Designed for portable water softeners, it ensures efficient ion exchange, mechanical durability, and universal compatibility with leading brands, making it the smart choice for clean, soft water in any setting. ## Description 0.25 Cubic Foot, perfect for portable water softeners needing resin media replacement. 100% compatible replacement for any water softener system using 0.25 Cubic Feet of media with 8,000 grains capacity. iFilters cation resin provides a high purity, premium cation resin designed for the treatment of foods, beverages, potable waters, and water used in the processing of food. This high grade resin complies with the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (USFDA) for use in the treatment of foods for human consumption. Specifications: Screen Size Range - US Standard Screen: 16 - 50 mesh, wet. Particle Size Range: +1.2 mm less than 5%, -0.3 mm less than 1%. Moisture Retention, Na+ form: 46 - 50%. Swelling Na+ greater than H+: 8 - 10%. Specific Gravity, Moist Na+ Form: 1.27. Total Exchange Capacity, Na+ Form (Wet, volumetric: 1.9 eq/l min.) (Dry, weight: 4.5 eq/kg min.). Operating Temperature, Na+ Form: 248°F (120°C). pH Range Stability, Na+ Form: 0 - 14. pH Range Operating, Na+ Form: 6 - 10. 100% compatible with the following systems: iFilters Water Softeners: WS-P-1017. On The Go: OTG4-StdSoft, OTG4-DBLSOFT & OTG4-PSOFT. ABCWaters: PWS16. Flow-Pur 10,000 M7002 (Requires 0.33 CuFt). Mobile-Soft-Water: MSW0844-M-32S-W (Requires 1 CuFt Bag), MSW0844-M-32S-C (Requires 1 CuFt Bag), MSW0940-M-32S-C-PRO (Requires 1 CuFt Bag), MSW0918-M-16S (Requires 1/2 CuFt), MSW0918-M-16S-C (Requires 1/2 CuFt), MSW0918-M-16S-C-PRO (Requires 1/2 CuFt), HTS0818-M-12.8S-C (Requires 0.4 CuFt) & MSW0618-M-6400S-C (Requires 0.2 CuFt). And any other brand water softener needing high quality resin media. This package of 0.25 CuFt media offers 8,000 grains capacity. Some portable systems require 8,000, 16,000 or 32,000 grains capacity. Systems with 32,000 grains capacity need a full 1 CuFt of media. INTERNATIONAL EQUIVALENTS: Amberlite SR1L (American), Diaion SK-1 (Japan), Dowex HCR-SS (American), Lewatit S100 (German), Purolite C100 and C100E (England). ## Features - 0.25 Cubic Foot. Perfect for portable water softeners. - 8,000 Grain Capacity - High quality replacement resin. - NFC Certified for use in treatment of food for human consumption. - High exchange, mechanical strength and uniform particle with good hydraulics characteristic ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B079P7QCJF | | ASIN | B079P7QCJF | | Batteries Included? | No | | Batteries Required? | No | | Color | Brown | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (357) | | Customer reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (357) | | Date First Available | 21 February 2018 | | Date First Available | 21 February 2018 | | Item Package Quantity | 1 | | Item Weight | 5.41 Kilograms | | Item model number | FBA-MED-CAT-025 | | Item model number | FBA-MED-CAT-025 | | Manufacturer | iFilters | | Manufacturer | iFilters | | Material | Other | | Part number | FBA-MED-CAT-025 | | Product Dimensions | 30.48 x 30.48 x 15.24 cm; 5.41 kg | | Product Dimensions | 30.48 x 30.48 x 15.24 cm; 5.41 kg | | Style | 1/4 Cubic Foot | ## Images ![Water Softener Resin Media Replacement, 1/4 Cu Ft Cation Resin, 8,000 Grain | MED-CAT-025 | 1/4 Cu Ft Ion Exchange Cation Resin | Water Softener Media for Home, RV & Portable Systems - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/714guC4T1hL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN 8%, 10% AND FINE-MESH RESIN?** A: Choose 8% resin for dependable everyday softening, 10% resin for added durability in demanding or chlorinated water, and fine-mesh resin for better water softening in well / iron heavy homes. **Q: WHICH RESIN IS BEST FOR MOST RESIDENTIAL WATER SOFTENERS?** A: 8% cross-linked resin is a the industry standard proven choice for everyday residential softening. It provides a dependable balance of ion-exchange performance, bead strength and regeneration efficiency. **Q: WHEN SHOULD I CONSIDER 10% CROSS-LINKED RESIN?** A: A 10% cross-link resin is ideal for chlorinated city water, offering greater durability that may extend media life, allow longer intervals between regenerations, reduce salt use, and deliver long-term savings. **Q: DOES 10% RESIN PRODUCE SOFTER WATER THAN 8% RESIN?** A: Not automatically. Softening performance also depends on system size, resin volume, water hardness, flow rate, salt dosage and regeneration settings. Both 8% & 10% resin can provide effective hardness reduction when properly selected and configured. **Q: Why should I avoid resin with less than 8% cross-linking?** A: Lower cross-link resin has a weaker bead structure that may break down faster, especially in chlorinated city water, resulting in reduced performance and more frequent replacement. Our iFilters resin delivers greater durability and is NSF certified. ## Frequently Bought Together - iFilters Resin Media Replacement for Water Softeners - 0.25 / ¼ Cubic Foot (CuFt) | 100% Ion Exchange Quality Cation | 8,000 Grain Capacity | Certified (MED-CAT-025) - American Water Solutions Multi Purpose Filling Funnel 2.5" x 10" - American Water Solutions Water Softener Gravel - Filter Bed Media for Filter Tanks, Water Conditioners, and Water Softeners - Pure Filtration Grade Bedding Perfect for Backwashing Tanks (15 Lbs) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/371846607-water-softener-resin-media-replacement-1-4-cu-ft-cation](https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/371846607-water-softener-resin-media-replacement-1-4-cu-ft-cation) --- *Product available on Desertcart Panama* *Store origin: PA* *Last updated: 2026-09-09*