Piping Loss Apparatus

This is a comprehensive unit for studying the friction losses in pipes, pipe fittings, and valves; and to determine coefficients of discharge for primary flow measuring devices at various flow rates.

All friction loss components and the flow measuring devices are arranged on a water proof panel which is attached to a floor standing steel frame. The apparatus is to be used with a Hydraulic Bench (separately supplied) or an outside water supply.

Friction loss is measured by a pressure drop and coefficient of discharge is determined from a pressure drop and a flow rate. Flow rate is obtained from a water meter and a stop watch. The pressure drop is measured by differential pressure using manometer and differential pressure gauge. Pressure tapping in by small ball valves with quick connection. All pressure taps are connected by flexible hoses to a set of specially arranged manifolds such that differential pressure across any component can be measured simply by opening valves without removing the hoses.

The unit is on a steel frame with adjustable footings.

Instruction manual is also included.

TYPICAL EXPERIMENTS
  • Friction losses in straight pipes at various flow rates.
  • Friction losses in pipe fittings, valves, sudden expansion and contraction at various flow rates.
  • Friction losses in primary flow measuring devices and comparison of coefficients of discharge at various flow rates.
TECHNICAL DATA
Primary flow measuring devices made from clear plastics:
– Venturi tube
– Orifice plate
– Pitot tube

 

Friction loss components:
– Linear pipes, PVC 3 different diameters.
– Linear pipe, stainless steel 1 ea.
– Valves Gate, globe, ball, and check
– Short radius bends 2 ea.
– Long radius bends 2 ea.
– Regular elbow 1 ea.
– 45o elbows 2 ea.
– 45o y 1 ea.
– Other components Tee section, inline strainer,
Sudden expansion
Sudden contraction

 

Measuring instruments
– Water meter and stop watch.
– Water manometer with hand air pump.
– Differential pressure gauge.
Software for data display and analysis by computer (separately supplied).
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Additional information

Brand

Essom