Earth, Atmosphere & Environment Sciences
Title: | Domestic Iron Filter |
Area: | Earth, Atmosphere & Environment Sciences |
Focus Area: | Water-based Technologies |
Status: | Technology transferred and deployed |
Patent: | IN201711014038 |
Social Benefits: | Removes groundwater iron. Applicable for family use like: Aganwadi centres, ICDS centres etc. |
Developing Agency: | CSIR- Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute (CMERI), Durgapur, West Bengal |
Technology Readiness Label: | 8 |
Funding Agency: | Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) |
Brief Description
Description : | This is a compact, household-level filtration system developed to remove iron from groundwater for safe domestic consumption. It is designed for family use and small institutions such as Anganwadi and ICDS centres. The system has a storage capacity of around 15–16 litres and operates without electricity or chemical inputs, making it easy to use and maintain. It ensures that treated water meets drinking water standards and provides an affordable solution for iron-affected regions.
Key Features: • Storage capacity of approximately 15–16 litres suitable for household use • Removes iron from concentrations up to ~15 ppm • No electricity or chemical requirement for operation • Suitable for homes and small community centres • Low-cost and easy-to-maintain system |
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