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Clearwater Suction Screen

Compliance Through Robust Engineering & Biological Safety

CW Series Self-Cleaning Technology

The "Double Safety" Factor

While federal regulations allow higher velocities for active screens, the Clearwater design conservatively operates near the "Passive Limit." This ensures even weak swimming fry can easily escape.

NOAA Federal Limit (Active) 0.40 fps
Max Allowed
Clearwater Operating Speed ~0.20 fps

✅ Safe for fry & juvenile fish

NMFS Compliant

  • • Mesh: 12-Mesh Stainless (Smaller than 3/32" limit)
  • • Cleaning: Continuous (Exceeds 5 min rule)
  • • Porosity: ~40-50% Open Area

Operational Benefits

Zero-Power Operation

Driven entirely by water pressure. No electric motors, gearboxes, or solar panels required.

No External Moving Parts

Mechanisms are sealed inside. No chains or sprockets to freeze or jam with driftwood.

Universal Installation

Sealed bearings allow mounting at any angle (vertical, horizontal, inclined) for any riverbank.

Self-Protecting

Prevents pump cavitation and wear, extending the life of expensive infrastructure.

The "Set It and Forget It" Solution

The standard Clearwater design meets regulatory requirements not by adding complexity, but by utilizing superior surface area ratios. It protects your water rights and the fishery with equal effectiveness.

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Technical Data

Model Specifications & Performance

Clearwater Suction Screens

Safety Calculator

Currently Analyzing: CW 2000

1. Screen Dimensions

32" x 26"
Gross Surface Area: 18.15 ft²

2. Federal Active Limit (0.4 fps)

18.15 ft² × 0.4 fps ≈ 3,258 GPM

Max legally allowed flow

3. Clemons "Fish Screen" Rating

1,685 GPM

Conservatively rated to ensure safety.

Actual Velocity Calculation:
3.75 cfs ÷ 18.15 ft² ≈ 0.20 fps

Result: This model operates at or below the "Passive" safety standard (0.20 fps) even though it has Active cleaning.

Flow Ratings & Sizes

Click any row to calculate safety compliance

Recommended for NMFS Compliance
Model Flange Screen Size Std Max Fish Screen GPM
CW 200 4" 11" x 16" 325 225
CW 400 6" 15" x 16" 550 400
CW 600 8" 16" x 24" 750 525
CW 800 10" 18" x 24" 950 700
CW 1000 10" 23" x 24" 1350 950
CW 1400 12" 26" x 24" 1550 1075
CW 2000 14" 32" x 26" 2100 1685
CW 2400 16" 35" x 30" 2600 1800
CW 3000 16" 40" x 30" 3000 2075
CW 4000 18" 40" x 42" 4000 2765
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