Measuring suspended particle concentration to assess water quality and treatment performance.
A TSS sensor measures the concentration of suspended solids present in a liquid, typically expressed in mg/L. These solids include organic matter, inorganic particles, sediments, and microorganisms that affect water clarity, treatment efficiency, and environmental compliance.
TSS sensors operate by measuring the scattering or attenuation of light caused by suspended particles in a liquid. The detected optical signal is correlated with laboratory gravimetric TSS values through calibration.
This sensor belongs to the Process Quality Cluster , focusing on suspended solids monitoring, clarification efficiency, sludge control, and regulatory compliance.
The measured value directly represents the estimated concentration of suspended solids in a liquid.
TSS trends indirectly indicate sediment load, clarification and filtration performance, sludge concentration, erosion impact, and potential discharge violations.
With Industrial IoT integration, TSS sensors enable continuous solids load monitoring, automated clarification control, early detection of abnormal discharge, and compliance-ready environmental reporting.
The TSS Sensor converts visual cloudiness into mass. Paired with turbidity, it transforms optical signals into actionable solids data, supporting efficient treatment, regulatory compliance, and responsible water management.