FLUID FRICTION APPARATUS

About FLUID FRICTION APPARATUS

Specification:

FLUID FRICTION APPARATUS

Fluid Friction Apparatus Shows flowand losses in different pipes, fittings and valves. Shows popular flowmeasurement instruments.

A space-saving vertical panel thatworks with Gravimetric or Volumetric Hydraulic Benches for easy installation

Includes different valves, pipes andfittings to show losses

Includes experiments on roughenedpipes

Shows laminar and turbulent flow

Uses Bernoullis equation

Shows how to use Venturi and orificemeters to measure flow

Includes a traversing Pitot tube tomeasure velocity profile

Fluid Friction Apparatus allowsstudents to study flow, flow measurement techniques and losses in a widevariety of pipes and fittings.

The equipment has three watercircuits with instruments, pipes and pipe system components.

These allow students to examine andcompare the different component characteristics.

A hydraulic bench (Gravimetric) orVolumetric, available separately) supplies the circuit with a controlled flowof water.

A space-saving vertical panel holdsall the parts for easy use. To measure pressure loss across components,students use a piezometer set and differential pressure gauge (included).

To perform experiments studentsrecord the temperature of water in the hydraulic bench and set the hydraulicbench to pump water through a circuit. They measure pressure losses acrossinstruments or components. The hydraulic bench gives an external flow rate forreference and comparison.

The flow measurement instruments showstudents the common methods of measuring water flow. They also giveapplications of the steady flow energy equation (Bernoullis equation).Students use a Venturi meter and an orifice plate meter and compare the lossesof each. They also find the losses in a rapid enlargement.

The equipment also includes aPitot-static tube. By traversing the Pitot across the pipe diameter, studentscan find the velocity profile and flow coefficients. They also find therelationship between the flow rate and pressure differential. An artificiallyroughened pipe allows students to study friction factor at different Reynoldsnumbers, covering the interesting transitional flow from laminar to turbulent.They can compare results to those predicted by Nickuradses results and a Moodychart.

Standard Features:

Supplied with a comprehensive userguide.

Two-year warranty.

Manufactured in accordance with thelatest Indian Union directives. 

Versatile Pipe Testing

This apparatus comes equipped with three interchangeable test pipesmade of mild steel, PVC, and copperto demonstrate the impact of material and diameter on fluid friction. Users can conveniently swap between pipes to conduct comparative studies, making it ideal for academic and research purposes in fluid mechanics.


Precision Measurement and Ease of Use

The setup enables accurate flow and pressure drop measurements using a differential mercury manometer, analog display, and manual operation. The included measuring tank and stopwatch facilitate straightforward and precise flow rate calculation. With a 1% accuracy level, users can trust the reliability of the collected data.


Robust Construction and Portability

Featuring components crafted from stainless steel, borosilicate glass, and brass, this apparatus is built for longevity. Its compact dimensions and lightweight design (22 kg approx.) ensure easy relocation and storage, making it suitable for educational institutions and training laboratories.