Two-Bucket Slow Sand Filter¶
BioSand & Media Filters • Est. CapEx: Low-cost / Locally fabricated
Technical Overview¶
A simplified, low-cost water filter using two stacked buckets for household use in developing countries. Designed for easy construction and maintenance, it has been tested and refined by university researchers.
Key Specifications & Engineering Parameters¶
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Category | BioSand & Media Filters |
| Capital Cost | Low-cost / Locally fabricated |
| Primary Mechanism | Water flows by gravity from the top bucket through sand and gravel layers into the bottom bucket. A biological layer forms on the sand surface, removing pathogens and sediment through trapping and biological digestion. |
| Target Scale | Household / Village Cluster |
| Standard Lifespan | 10 - 20 Years |
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