Hydraulic Flow Demonstrator

quick overview :

Hydraulic Flow Demonstrator In this device, clear acrylic is used for visibility and is supported by a floor-standing, metal frame fitted with castors for mobility.

Specification:

• A floor standing flow channel for use with Hydraulics Bench
• Working section 77mm wide, 150mm high and 1100mm long
• Can be configured to demonstrate flow in open channels and closed conduits
• Clear acrylic sides for good visibility of flow patterns created
• Stilling arrangement at inlet to promote smooth flow into the working section
• Section of bed can be elevated continuously and locked at the required height
• Discharge tank incorporates flow control valve for convenience in setting up
• Total and static heads indicated on multi-tube manometer connected to Pitot tubes and static tappings at three locations in working section
• Pitot tubes mounted through bed of channel for ease of priming and height adjustment (can be traversed from floor to roof to measure velocity profile)
• Transparent scales allow measurement of all important heights and levels
• Models of hydraulic structures supplied include Undershot Weir (Sluice gate) at the inlet, Overshot Weir at the outlet, Sharp Crested Weir, Broad Crested Weir (also used to create a Culvert) and Ogee Weir
• Suitable for project work with alternative hydraulic structures (user created)
• Optional direct reading flowmeter to aid setting up of demonstrations
• Comprehensive instruction manual supplied

Technical Specifications:

• Width of working section 77mm
• Depth of working section 150mm
• Length of working section 1100mm
• Maximum operating flowrate 1.6 litres/sec