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What is nominal flow?

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nominal flow is the recommended flow at which the device achieves the declared effect with an acceptable pressure drop.

What does nominal flow mean in practice?

Is the operating value at which the manufacturer declares the specified efficiency and acceptable pressure drop under specified conditions.

When does it matter?

Operating above nominal capacity may shorten contact time or worsen retention, even though the device still mechanically allows water to pass through.

Which solutions are related to it?

The device is selected so that the typical consumption is within the nominal range with a reserve for contamination.