| Design Data | Technical Data | ||||||
| MOC | PVC | Distance From Horizontal | 120mm | ||||
| Shape | Chevron | Cross-Sectional Area | 120*44mm | ||||
| Surface Area | 12 M² / M³ | Weight Per Cum | 62-65kg Apprx | ||||
| Color | Black | Max Working Temp | 75°C | ||||
| Lay Angle | 44° | Surface Loading Rate | 4-5 M³/M²/Hr | ||||
| Thickness | 1.1mm (±0.1) | Available Sizes | 500,750,1000 & more | ||||
Tube settler media is commonly used in water treatment plants to improve the efficiency of sedimentation and clarification processes. Here’s how the tube settler media is typically applied:
Selection: Choose the appropriate type and size of tube settler media based on the specific requirements of your water treatment facility. Factors such as flow rate, sedimentation rate, and available space need to be considered.
Installation: Install the tube settler media modules in the sedimentation basin or clarifier. These modules are typically made of lightweight materials such as PVC or polypropylene and consist of multiple inclined tubes or channels.
Arrangement: Arrange the tube settler modules in a parallel or staggered configuration within the basin. The inclination of the tubes helps to create a large effective settling area within a relatively small footprint.
Flow Distribution: Ensure proper distribution of influent water across the tube settler media. This can be achieved by using distribution baffles or weirs to evenly distribute the flow throughout the basin.
Settling Process: As water flows through the tube settler media, suspended particles settle onto the inclined surfaces of the tubes due to gravitational forces. The settled particles form a sludge layer at the bottom of the basin, while clarified water rises to the surface.
Sludge Removal: Periodically remove the accumulated sludge from the bottom of the basin to prevent it from interfering with the settling process.
Monitoring and Maintenance: Regularly monitor the performance of the tube settler media by measuring parameters such as turbidity and settleable solids. Perform routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning the media to ensure optimal performance.
By following these steps, tube settler media can effectively enhance the sedimentation and clarification processes in water treatment plants, leading to improved water quality and operational efficiency.
