Compact Pelton/Francis Turbine Test Set

This is a self contained set of Pelton and Francis turbines, designed for studying the turbine characteristics under various flow rates and heads. The unit consists of a pump, a storage tank, a Pelton and a Francis turbine connected in…

This is a self contained set of Pelton and Francis turbines, designed for studying the turbine characteristics under various flow rates and heads.

The unit consists of a pump, a storage tank, a Pelton and a Francis turbine connected in parallel, a dynamometer for each turbine, and measuring instruments. The unit is on adjustable footings.

Instruction manual is also included.

TYPICAL EXPERIMENTS

Each turbine can be tested on the following:

Torque vs speed at various heads and flow rates.
Power output vs speed for various heads and flow rates.
Efficiency vs speed for a given head and flow rate.
Racing characteristics.

TECHNICAL DATA

Pelton turbine
– Construction	Stainless steel runner and nozzle Stainless steel casing with transparent window to observe hydraulic action
– Ratings	400 W of brake power
Francis turbine
– Construction	Bronze runner Non-corrosion metal casing with adjustable guide vanes and transparent window to observe guide vane position.
– Ratings	Over 400 W of brake power
Pump ratings
– Motor	2.2 kW
Dynamometer	Water cooled mechanical brake absorber with anti splashing system
Measuring instruments
– Torque	Spring balance
– Pressure	Pressure gauges at turbine inlets
– Sensors with digital display	Flow rate and speeds
Software for data display and analysis by computer (separately supplied).
Power supply	220 V, 1 Ph, 50 Hz. Other power supply is available on request.