This is a comprehensive unit for studying the friction losses in pipes, pipe fittings and valves at various flow rates.
All friction loss components are arranged on a water proof panel which is attached to a floor standing steel frame. The apparatus is to be used with a Hydraulics Bench (separately supplied) or an outside water supply.
The loss is measured by differential pressure using manometers and differential pressure gauge. Pressure tapping is 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.
- Friction losses in straight pipes at various flow rates.
- Friction losses in pipe fittings, valves, sudden expansion and contraction at various flow rates.
| Friction loss components: | |
| - Linear pipes, PVC | 3 different diameters. |
| - Short radius bends | 2 ea. |
| - Regular elbow | 1 ea. |
| - 45o elbows | 2 ea. |
| - Valves | Gate, globe, ball, and check |
| - Other components | Tee section |
| Sudden expansion | |
| Sudden contraction |
| Measuring instruments | |
| - Water meter and stop watch. | |
| - Water manometer with hand air pump | |
| - Differential pressure gauge |
| Part No. | Part Name |
|---|---|
| HB100N or HB100 | Hydraulics Bench Neo or Hydraulics Bench (required accessory) |
| HF 011 | Variable area flow meter |
| HF 020 | Polyethylene Polybutylene or ABS pipe |
| HF 021 | Galvanized steel pipe. |
| HF 022 | Artificially roughened pipe. |
| HF 023 | Annular pipe. |
| HF 024 | Flexible hose. |
| HF 033A | Differential pressure digital display of differential pressure gauge. |
| HF 033B |
Mercury manometer instead of differential pressure gauge. Note: Due to transport laws mercury cannot be supplied. Buyer must source it locally. |
| HF 033C | Portable differential pressure meter instead of differential pressure gauge |
| HF 034A | Portable differential pressure meter instead of water manometer |
| HF 135-050 |
Computer Interface Sensors with computer interface unit for key data acquisition instead of analog data measuring instruments. This includes computer interface unit HB100N or HB100 and differential pressure sensors (high and low ranges). |
| Other pipes and fittings can be supplied on request. | |
| Other optional equipment please contact manufacturer (essom@essom.com) | |
| Net (unassembled) Shipping Dimensions WxLxH | 35 x 245 x 105 cm. |
| Net Weight | Approx. 90 kg. |