A basic schematic of a settling tank is shown below:
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A settling tank is simply a vessel where a fluid is separated by being allowed to rest
for a period of time. During this time, particulates may float to the top or settle to the
bottom of the tank. Floating particulates may be skimmed off, or the liquid drained to leave
residual sinking particulates. A settling tank may also be used to allow different liquid
phases to separate into specific layers. Due to the layering effect, settling tanks are
typically smaller in horizontal cross section than vertical cross section, that is they
are positioned vertically.
A basic schematic of a settling tank is shown below:
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