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Tube Media
SPECIFICATION
PLAN SETTLING AREA
60° SLOPE : 11 m2/ m3
50° SLOPE : 13 m2/m3
CROSS SECTIONAL AREA
120 mm X 44 mm
MOC / COLOUR
Pvc / Black
HYDRAULIC RADIUS
15 mm
THICKNESSES
1 mm ± .01 mm
FITTING ARRANGEMENT
Tongue & Groove
MAX. CONTINUOUS OPERATlNG TEMP.
55° C
overview
Tube Media in Water Treatment: What It Is and Why It Matters
When you’re working in water or wastewater treatment, efficiency isn’t just a nice-to-have — it’s essential. Whether you’re dealing with municipal systems, industrial plants, or even smaller-scale operations, every component in your process needs to pull its weight. One such component that often gets overlooked — but has a massive impact — is Tube Media, also known as Tube Settler Media or Tube Deck Media.
Let’s talk about what it is, how it works, and why it should probably be part of your system — if it isn’t already.
What Is Tube Media, Exactly?
In simple terms, tube media is a modular system of slanted tubes made from materials like PVC, designed to increase the settling surface area inside clarifiers and sedimentation tanks. That means you can settle out more solids in less time and within a smaller footprint.
Think of it this way: instead of waiting for particles to settle slowly in an open basin, you guide them through multiple channels — each one sloped and short — allowing solids to drop out quickly and efficiently.
This is where tube media excels: efficiency through smart design.
Why Use Tube Settler Media in the First Place?
Here’s the real-world problem: gravity settling is slow. If you run a plant without any enhancement, your clarifiers either need to be massive or accept low throughput. That’s where tube settler media comes in.
Here’s what it brings to the table:
- Increased settling surface area without expanding your tank size
- Faster particle separation, improving plant capacity
- Lower turbidity, which means better downstream performance
- Compact design, ideal for retrofits or space-limited facilities
- Reduced load on filters and pumps, leading to energy savings
If you’re chasing more throughput or cleaner effluent without rebuilding your entire system, tube media is one of the smartest upgrades you can make.
How Does Tube Deck Media Work?
It’s a simple concept with powerful results.
Each unit of tube deck media is made up of a series of tubes — often hexagonal or rectangular — arranged at an angle, typically 50° or 60°. As water flows upward through these sloped tubes, solids drop out of suspension more easily and slide down the slope to be collected as sludge.
This shortens the settling path dramatically and increases the system’s effective area. The result? Faster clarification, higher solids loading, and less footprint.
Technical Specs You Should Know (Vasu Pharmatech Tube Media)
If you’re evaluating options, here are the key specs for our tube media at Vasu Pharmatech:
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Plan Settling Area (60° Slope) | 11 m²/m³ |
| Plan Settling Area (50° Slope) | 13 m²/m³ |
| Cross Sectional Area | 120 mm x 44 mm |
| Material (MOC) | PVC / Black |
| Hydraulic Radius | 15 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm ± 0.01 mm |
| Fitting Type | Tongue & Groove |
| Max Continuous Temperature | 55°C |
These values aren’t just numbers. They impact how much water you can process, how much load your system can handle, and how easy installation and maintenance will be.
Where It Fits: Applications of Tube Settler Media
We see tube settler media used across a variety of systems:
- Municipal Water Treatment Plants (WTPs)
- Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs)
- Effluent Treatment Plants (ETPs)
- Cooling Towers
- Chemical Plants
- Clarifiers in Industrial Processes
Whether you’re retrofitting an older plant or designing something new, tube media is a versatile tool. It works upstream or downstream, and the ROI shows up quickly in the form of reduced downtime, improved clarity, and energy savings.
Installation: What You Need to Know
Installing tube media isn’t complicated, but it needs to be done right.
Most systems are modular and come with tongue & groove fittings, so they slot into place without adhesives or welding. We recommend mounting them on FRP or MS/SS frames, depending on your tank material.
Key considerations during installation:
- Maintain the correct angle (50° or 60°)
- Ensure proper support underneath
- Use spacers if needed for uniform gaps
- Allow for maintenance access above the units
Our team at Vasu Pharmatech can guide you through the process or even handle the installation for you if needed.
Tube Settler Media Price: What Affects Cost?
Pricing isn’t one-size-fits-all. Factors that affect the tube settler media price include:
- Material grade (PVC vs PP, color, thickness)
- Volume ordered
- Slope angle and configuration
- Delivery location
- Custom design or sizing
At Vasu Pharmatech, we focus on value over volume. Our pricing is competitive, but we don’t compromise on material strength or structural quality. For serious buyers, we provide volume discounts and quick shipping across India.
Why Choose Vasu Pharmatech?
There are plenty of vendors out there — but not all of them understand the industry like we do.
- Here’s why people come to us:
- We know the science behind water treatment and tailor media accordingly.
- Our materials are tested for durability, temperature resistance, and flow behavior.
- We design for real plant conditions, not lab results.
- You get support beyond the sale — sizing advice, installation guidance, even retrofit planning.
We’ve worked with municipal corporations, private industries, and EPC contractors across the country. Our goal is simple: help you get better results with less hassle.
Maintenance and Longevity
Tube media is low-maintenance by design. That said, a few best practices will extend its life:
- Flush with clean water periodically to remove biological growth
- Avoid mechanical scraping; use soft brushes or air jets
- Monitor for clogging if you’re treating high-solids water
- Stay within the operating temperature range (max 55°C)
With proper care, expect a service life of 8–10 years.
Conclusion
If you’re managing a water or wastewater treatment plant, using tube media isn’t just an upgrade — it’s a smart, long-term investment. It improves settling efficiency, increases your plant’s capacity, reduces unexpected downtime, and helps lower operating costs over time.
At Vasu Pharmatech, we go beyond just supplying tube settler media — we work with you to ensure you choose the right design for your application and get the best performance out of your system.
If you’re looking for technical guidance or a quote tailored to your plant’s requirements, we’re here to help. Let’s connect and find the right solution together.
Conventional settling relies on large tanks and gravity alone, which is slow and space-consuming. Tube settler media increases the settling surface area by using sloped channels, allowing solids to settle faster and more efficiently in a much smaller space.
With proper maintenance, high-quality tube media (like the kind made from durable PVC) typically lasts 8–10 years. Lifespan depends on operating conditions, water quality, and cleaning practices.
Yes. Tube media is designed to be modular and easy to retrofit. Most systems can be adapted with minimal structural changes, especially when using tongue & groove assemblies like those from Vasu Pharmatech.
Absolutely. Tube deck media works effectively in STPs, ETPs, and WTPs. It enhances solids removal in a wide range of applications, from municipal wastewater to chemical and industrial process water.
The slope (usually 50° or 60°) and layout depend on your tank dimensions, flow rate, and solids loading. Our team at Vasu Pharmatech can help you evaluate these factors and recommend the most efficient design for your specific needs.
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Reviews and Ratings
We certify that M/s. Vasu Pharmatech, located at 66B, Pocket AD Shalimar Bagh, Delhi-110088, supplied us with a Pharmatech filter press for our 275 KLD ETP plant at M/s. Asian Colour Coated Ispat Ltd. in Bawal, Dist: Rewari (Hr.). The plant was started in January 2018 and is still working well. The product and its performance have been satisfactory up to now.
ASIAN COLOUR COATED ISPAT LIMITED
Rewari, Haryana