Engineering
Design Parameters
Complete Plate Settler Design Reference
Comprehensive design parameter reference for plate settler and lamella clarifier systems.
Hydraulic Parameters
Surface Loading Rate1.5–3.5 m/h
Overflow Rate0.5–1.5 m/h (effective)
Flow Velocity (between plates)10–30 m/h
Reynolds Number< 500 (laminar flow)
Froude Number> 10⁻⁵ (stable)
Hydraulic Retention Time15–45 min (typical)
Plate Geometry
Plate Angle55–60°
Plate Spacing50–100 mm
Plate Length1.0–2.5 m
Plate WidthUp to 3.0 m
Plate Thickness1.5–3.0 mm (SS)
Number of PlatesApplication-dependent
Performance Parameters
TSS RemovalUp to 95%+
Turbidity Removal< 1 NTU achievable
Phosphorus (TP)< 0.5 mg/L achievable
Footprint ReductionUp to 80%
Material Specifications
PlatesSS 304 / 316L
Tank/FrameSS 304 / 316L
Support StructureSS / Carbon Steel
WeirsSS, adjustable V-notch
Surface Finish2B / No. 4 (sanitary opt.)
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