Pin Fin Apparatus
Product Code : EL-HTL-11082
The Pin Fin Apparatus from Lab Exports lets students study heat transfer through a pin fin under both natural and forced convection, comparing temperature distribution and calculating heat transfer coefficient and fin effectiveness using interchangeable M.S., brass and aluminium fins.
Specifications
| Pin Fins | 3 nos.: M.S., brass and aluminium |
| Channel | 150 mm x 100 mm x 1000 mm |
| Blower | FHP motor driven |
| Airflow Measurement | Orifice meter with water manometer |
| Heater | Band heater on the pin fin, dimmerstat controlled |
| Temperature Measurement | Cr-Al thermocouples, 5 tappings along fin length, with digital indicator |
| Power Measurement | Voltmeter and ammeter |
Key Features
- Interchangeable pin fins in three materials, M.S., brass and aluminium, for comparative study
- Tests fin performance under both natural and forced convection conditions
- Blower connected to channel suction enables forced convection testing
- Open window above the fin allows natural convection testing to atmosphere
- Five thermocouple tappings along fin length map the temperature distribution
- Orifice meter with water manometer measures airflow during forced convection
Applications
The Pin Fin Apparatus is used in heat transfer laboratories to study extended surface (fin) heat transfer, helping students determine heat transfer coefficient, fin effectiveness and temperature distribution under natural and forced convection for different fin materials.
Why Choose Lab Exports
Lab Exports is a trusted manufacturer and exporter of engineering lab equipment including a complete range of Heat Transfer 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 Pin Fin Apparatus study?
It studies heat transfer through a pin fin under both natural and forced convection, comparing performance across different fin materials.
Q2. Which fin materials are supplied?
Three interchangeable pin fins are supplied: mild steel (M.S.), brass and aluminium.
Q3. How is temperature distribution measured?
Five Cr-Al thermocouple tappings along the fin length feed a digital temperature indicator to map the temperature distribution.
Q4. How is forced convection created?
An FHP motor-driven blower connected to the channel's suction side draws air across the fin for forced convection testing.
Q5. What utilities are required to operate the apparatus?
It requires a 220V stabilised single-phase supply with earthing and a floor area of approximately 2m x 1m x 1m height.
Request a Quote
For pricing, specifications or export documentation on the Pin Fin Apparatus, contact Lab Exports for a detailed quotation.