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Selection Guide — Ion Exchange Media

Selecting an anion or cation exchanger
Ion exchange separates proteins on the basis of differences in their net surface charge in relation to pH of the surroundings. The figure here illustrates how the net charge of a protein can vary with pH. Every protein has its own charge/pH relationship.


If isoelectric point (pI) of the target protein is known:
  • select an anion exchanger (Q, DEAE, ANX) with a buffer pH above the pI.
  • select a cation exchanger (S, SP, CM) with a buffer pH below the pI.
If pI is unknown:
  • test for selectivity using a strong ion exchanger, Q, S or SP. Strong ion exchangers maintain their charge over a wider pH range than weak ion exchangers and are suitable for most applications.


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