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Turbidity & Suspended Solids

Turbidity & Suspended Solids. Overview. Turbidity. Definition Turbidity in liquid is caused by the presence of suspended solids. Measurement A Nephelometric process is used which measures the quantity of light scattered by the particles at right angles. Units of Measurement.

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Turbidity & Suspended Solids

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  1. Turbidity & Suspended Solids Overview File Name: Turbidity.ppt

  2. Turbidity Definition • Turbidity in liquid is caused by the presence of suspended solids. Measurement • A Nephelometric process is used which measures the quantity of light scattered by the particles at right angles File Name: Turbidity.ppt

  3. Units of Measurement • FTU = Formazine Turbidity Units • NTU = Nephelometric Turbidity Units • TUF - Turbidity Units Formazine 1 FTU = 1 NTU = 1 TUF = 2.5 ppm SiO2 / liter File Name: Turbidity.ppt

  4. Light Scatter • Small particles which are smaller than the light wavelength (approx.. 1/10) scatter light in all directions • Particles which are the same size as the light wavelength scatter light with a distinct distribution in the forward direction • Large particles (approx.. 5 x larger than the wavelength used) scatter light with a more distinct distribution in a forward direction File Name: Turbidity.ppt

  5. Turbidity Sensor ISO Standard 7027 • Measurement wavelength of up to 860 nm (+/- 30 nm) • Measurement angle of 90o between the light source and receiver File Name: Turbidity.ppt

  6. ASTM D1889 & EPA 180.1 Defines visible light source Tungsten lamp operated at color temperature between 2200 and 3000oK Pro Current Standard Con Expected lamp life 1 year Affected by stray light Affected by Color Affected by air bubbles International Standard, ISO 7027 Defines wavelength The wavelength of the incident radiation shall be 860 nm Pro Method accepted on initial review by ASTM LED life 10 years Not affected by stray light Not affected by color Only two sensors to measure from Drinking Water to Sludge Con Affected by air bubbles in low Turbidity range Comparison of Standards for Potable Water File Name: Turbidity.ppt

  7. Installation Options File Name: Turbidity.ppt

  8. De-bubble Flow Chamber File Name: Turbidity.ppt

  9. Typical Wastewater Treatment Plant File Name: Turbidity.ppt

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