This MLSS Sensor is an optical submersible probe designed for continuous online measurement of Mixed Liquor Suspended Solids (MLSS) concentration in activated sludge systems.
Adopting infrared scattering measurement principle, it accurately senses suspended biomass in mixed liquor and directly outputs MLSS value, with fast response and stable long-term performance. Built-in Pt1000 temperature sensor provides automatic temperature compensation, effectively correcting measurement drift caused by water temperature changes.


Standard RS485 Modbus RTU digital communication enables convenient connection with transmitters, PLC and industrial control systems. Optional self-cleaning wiper version reduces fouling on optical window and lowers maintenance frequency in high-sludge environment.
The sensor body adopts IP68 fully sealed anti-corrosion structure, supporting long-term submerged installation in aeration tank, sedimentation tank and sludge tank.
Widely used in activated sludge aeration tank, secondary settling tank, sludge concentration tank, wastewater treatment process control and sludge dewatering monitoring.
MLSS Sensor is an in-line optical probe for online monitoring of Mixed Liquor Suspended Solids (sludge concentration) in activated sludge systems. It adopts the infrared light scattering principle, directly measuring the concentration of suspended solids in mixed liquor without sampling or pre-treatment. Built-in temperature compensation and anti-fouling design ensure stable readings. With IP68 waterproof housing and RS485 Modbus-RTU digital output, it easily connects with transmitters, PLC and IoT platforms for automated wastewater treatment control.


Key Advantages
2.Real-time measurement of sludge concentration, no sampling or pre-treatment needed
3.IP68 fully sealed probe, suitable for long-term underwater immersion
4.Built-in temperature compensation, stable measurement in variable water temperature
5.Optional automatic cleaning brush, reduce manual maintenance frequency
6.Compact structure, easy installation and on-site calibration
Sensor Technical Parameters
|
Function |
Universal Secondary Instrument |
|
|
Measurement Range |
Depends on the sensor |
|
|
Measurement Resolution |
0.1, 0.01 |
|
|
Measurement Accuracy |
±5% F.S. |
|
|
Temperature Compensation |
Reads sensor data |
|
|
Temperature Range |
0.0 to +50.0°C |
|
|
Temperature Resolution |
0.1°C |
|
|
Temperature Accuracy |
±0.2°C |
|
|
Operating Temperature |
0 to +70°C |
|
|
Storage Temperature |
-20 to +70°C |
|
|
Display |
Large backlit dot-matrix LCD |
|
|
Current Output (Measured) |
Isolated 4–20mA, max load 500Ω |
|
|
Current Output (Temperature) |
Isolated 4–20mA, max load 500Ω |
|
|
Current Output Accuracy |
±0.05mA |
|
|
RS485 |
Modbus RTU standard protocol |
|
|
Communication Rate |
9600/19200/38400/115200 |
|
|
Relay Contact Capacity |
5A/250VAC, 5A/30VDC |
|
|
Timer Control Relay (Optional) |
Cleaning |
|
|
Relay Delay Action |
0–120 seconds |
|
|
Protection Level |
IP65 |
|
|
Power Supply |
90–260VAC, power <5W |
|
|
Mounting Method |
Panel mounting |
|
|
Weight |
144 series: 0.85 kg pH, mg/L, NTU, μS/cm, mS/cm, ppm, ppb, cells, null, mm/a, etc. |
Sensor Technical Parameters
|
Parameter |
Range |
|
|
Measurement Range |
0–10,000 mg/L, 0–20,000 mg/L, 0–30,000 mg/L, 0–50,000 mg/L (value × 0.001 = g/L) |
|
|
Temperature Range |
0.0–80.0°C (optional temperature compensation) |
|
|
Housing Material |
Stainless steel |
|
|
Mounting Method |
Threaded fixation |
|
|
Signal Cable Length |
5 m (customizable) |
|
|
Accuracy |
±5.0% F.S. |
|
|
Power Supply |
12V |
|
|
Protection Level |
IP68 |
|
|
Pressure Resistance |
0–4 bar |
|
|
Output |
4–20mA (max load 750Ω), RS485/MODBUS-RTU |
Application Fields
- Municipal wastewater treatment: aeration tank, secondary sedimentation tank
- Industrial wastewater activated sludge process
- Sludge thickening and dewatering process monitoring
- River, lake and reservoir water quality monitoring
- Aquaculture water quality monitoring








Hot Tags: mlss sensor, China mlss sensor manufacturers, factory, High Range Sludge Sensor, Microwave Sludge Density Sensor, RS485 Sludge Sensor, sludge concentration sensor, sludge measurement sensor, total suspended solids sensor



