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Title: AZ-101 Mixer Pump Test MT Fury Suspended Solids Profiler Application and Testing

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/801149· OSTI ID:801149

Describes the radiation testing and calibration of the AZ-101 tank suspended solids profiler unit mounted on 6 tank riser 24A. The Mt. Fury Suspended Solids Profiler (SSP) is a microprocessor-controlled instrument that measures the turbidity of solid-liquid suspensions and sludges. The profiler is used commercially for the monitoring and control of clarifiers and thickeners in waste treatment, mining, pulp and paper, and other industrial processing facilities. The instrument includes a three inch diameter probe, a Kynar coated coaxial cable, a reel assembly with a clutch and drive shaft, a stepper motor, and electronics. The instrument measures insoluble or suspended solids content in liquids by transmitting infrared energy at a wavelength of 935 nm and measuring the extent of backscatter. This frequency is not affected by solution color. There are two detectors that allow the instrument to operate over a broad range of concentrations, from clear liquids to light sludges.

Research Organization:
FFS (US)
Sponsoring Organization:
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT (US)
DOE Contract Number:
AC27-99RL14047
OSTI ID:
801149
Report Number(s):
RPP-5644, Rev.0; EDT-622601; TRN: US0300108
Resource Relation:
Other Information: PBD: 6 Jan 2000
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English