The Grit Classifier is used to remove sand and other heavy particles from wastewater. These heavier materials settle at the bottom, while lighter waste flows out with the water. A slow-moving screw lifts the settled grit upward, allowing water to drain before it is discharged. This helps reduce moisture and makes handling easier. By removing abrasive particles, it protects downstream equipment from wear and lowers maintenance needs. Its compact design, low-speed operation, and durable structure make it a reliable and cost-effective solution for continuous grit removal.

1. What is a grit classifier?
A grit classifier is a system used in wastewater treatment to separate and remove sand, grit, and other heavy inorganic particles from water.
2. What are the benefits of a grit classifier?
It removes materials efficiently, helps protect downstream equipment from wear, runs continuously, and doesn’t need much maintenance.
3. Where can a grit classifier be used?
Grit classifiers are commonly used in municipal wastewater treatment plants, industrial facilities, and stormwater systems to remove sand and abrasive particles before further treatment.
4. Why is grit removal important?
Removing grit early helps prevent damage to pumps, pipelines, and other equipment, improving system reliability and reducing long-term maintenance costs.

| Model | AQT-260 | AQT-320 | AQT-360 | AQT-420 |
| Screw Diameter (mm) | 220 | 280 | 320 | 380 |
| Capacity (L/s) | 5–12 | 12–20 | 20–27 | 27–35 |
| Motor Power (kW) | 0.37 | 0.37 | 0.75 | 0.75 |
| Rotation Speed (RPM) | 5 | 5 | 4.8 | 4.8 |


The Grit Classifier operates based on gravity separation and sedimentation principles. A grit slurry (typically 1–3% solids) enters the hopper, where heavier inorganic particles settle to the bottom while lighter organic material remains suspended and exits with the overflow. The settled grit is collected and conveyed upward by a slowly rotating inclined screw. As the material rises above the water level, excess water drains back into the hopper, allowing partial dewatering before discharge. The dewatered grit is discharged into a container for disposal, while clarified water returns to the treatment process.

The Grit Classifier operates based on gravity separation and sedimentation principles. A grit slurry (typically 1–3% solids) enters the hopper, where heavier inorganic particles settle to the bottom while lighter organic material remains suspended and exits with the overflow. The settled grit is collected and conveyed upward by a slowly rotating inclined screw. As the material rises above the water level, excess water drains back into the hopper, allowing partial dewatering before discharge. The dewatered grit is discharged into a container for disposal, while clarified water returns to the treatment process.
| Model | AQT-260 | AQT-320 | AQT-360 | AQT-420 |
| Screw Diameter (mm) | 220 | 280 | 320 | 380 |
| Capacity (L/s) | 5–12 | 12–20 | 20–27 | 27–35 |
| Motor Power (kW) | 0.37 | 0.37 | 0.75 | 0.75 |
| Rotation Speed (RPM) | 5 | 5 | 4.8 | 4.8 |
1. What is a grit classifier?
A grit classifier is a system used in wastewater treatment to separate and remove sand, grit, and other heavy inorganic particles from water.
2. What are the benefits of a grit classifier?
It removes materials efficiently, helps protect downstream equipment from wear, runs continuously, and doesn’t need much maintenance.
3. Where can a grit classifier be used?
Grit classifiers are commonly used in municipal wastewater treatment plants, industrial facilities, and stormwater systems to remove sand and abrasive particles before further treatment.
4. Why is grit removal important?
Removing grit early helps prevent damage to pumps, pipelines, and other equipment, improving system reliability and reducing long-term maintenance costs.