Study Of Pipe Fitting
Product Code : EL-FML-11041
The Study Of Pipe Fitting apparatus from Lab Exports is a fluid mechanics lab setup used to determine the head loss and loss coefficient across common pipe fittings such as bends, elbows, valves, sudden enlargement and sudden contraction, under varying flow rates.
Specifications
| Sudden Enlargement | From 15 mm to 25 mm |
| Sudden Contraction | From 25 mm to 15 mm |
| Bend | 1/2" |
| Elbow | 1/2" |
| Ball Valve | 1/2" |
| Gate Valve | 1/2" |
| Water Circulation | FHP pump, Crompton / Sharp make |
| Flow Measurement | Measuring tank with piezometer, 25 litre capacity |
| Sump Tank | 50 litre capacity |
Key Features
- Determines head loss and loss coefficient for multiple pipe fittings under test
- Includes bend, elbow, ball valve, gate valve, sudden enlargement and sudden contraction fittings
- Pressure tappings at inlet and outlet of each fitting, connected to a differential manometer
- Self-contained water re-circulating unit with sump tank and centrifugal/FHP pump
- Flow control and by-pass valves allow testing at different flow rates
- Flow rate measured using a measuring tank and electronic stop watch
Applications
The Study Of Pipe Fitting apparatus is used in fluid mechanics laboratories to study minor head losses in pipe fittings, helping students determine loss coefficients for bends, elbows, valves and area-change fittings and compare them with theoretical values.
Why Choose Lab Exports
Lab Exports is a trusted manufacturer and exporter of engineering lab equipment including a complete range of Fluid Mechanics Lab apparatus for engineering colleges and technical institutes. Every unit is built for classroom durability, measurement accuracy and long-term reliability, backed by responsive after-sales support.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What does the Study Of Pipe Fitting apparatus measure?
It measures the head loss and loss coefficient across common pipe fittings including bends, elbows, valves, sudden enlargement and sudden contraction.
Q2. Which fittings are included in the set-up?
The set-up includes a 1/2" bend, 1/2" elbow, 1/2" ball valve, 1/2" gate valve, a sudden enlargement (15 mm to 25 mm) and a sudden contraction (25 mm to 15 mm).
Q3. How is pressure loss measured?
Pressure tappings at the inlet and outlet of each fitting are connected to a differential manometer to measure individual pressure loss.
Q4. Is the apparatus a self-contained system?
Yes, it is a self-contained water re-circulating unit with a sump tank, pump, flow control valve and by-pass valve.
Q5. What utilities are required to operate the apparatus?
It requires a water supply and drain, along with a single-phase, 220V AC, 0.5 kW electricity supply.
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