Fluid Friction Measurements

Provides facilities for the detailed study of fluid friction head losses, which occur when an incompressible fluid flows through pipes, fittings and flow metering devices.

Provides facilities for the detailed study of fluid friction head losses, which occur when an incompressible fluid flows through pipes, fittings and flow metering devices.

• Substantial floor-standing tubular steel frame supporting test circuits
• Four smooth-bore pipes of different diameters ranging from 4.5mm ID to 17.2mm ID
• Artificially roughened pipe
• 90° bends (large & small radii), 90° elbow, 90° mitre, 45° elbow, 45°Y, 90°T
• Sudden enlargement, sudden contraction
• Gate valve, globe valve, ball valve, inline strainer
• Perspex venturi, perspex orifice meter
• Perspex pipe section with pitot tube & static tapping
• 38 tapping points
• All fixed pipes fabricated in stainless steel
• Suitable for studying Reynolds' numbers from 10° to nearly 10–
• System of isolating valves, quick-release manometer connection valves and self-sealing pressure tappings
• Data logging accessory available
• Computer aided learning program available
• Designed for use with a Hydraulics Bench

• Comprehensive pipe and fitting configurations for complete friction study
• Wide Reynolds number range capability
• Multiple measurement points for accuracy
• Quick-release connections for efficient operation
• Data logging and computer learning programs available
• Stainless steel construction ensures durability