Energy Losses in Bends Apparatus
Product Code : JA-FMAHLE-9934
The energy losses in bends apparatus (SKU JA-FMAHLE-9934) measures the head lost as water flows through typical pipe fittings: a mitre bend, a 90° elbow, sweep bends, a sudden contraction, a sudden enlargement and a gate valve. Each fitting has upstream and downstream pressure tappings read on a bank of water manometers. It is supplied by JaincoLab as a hydraulics bench accessory for fluid mechanics practicals in engineering colleges.
Specifications
The energy losses in bends apparatus has pipe fittings with upstream and downstream tappings connected to a 12-tube water manometer board, a differential pressure gauge across the gate valve, a hand pump for pressurising the manometers and a valve to set the flow.
| Product | Energy Losses in Bends Apparatus |
| SKU | JA-FMAHLE-9934 |
| Fittings studied | Mitre bend, 90° elbow, sweep bends, contraction, sudden enlargement, gate valve |
| Pressure tappings | Upstream and downstream of each fitting |
| Manometers | Board with 12 water manometer tubes; hand pump for pressurisation |
| Gate valve losses | Differential pressure gauge on the edge of the framework |
| Flow control | Gate valve and control valve |
| Frame | Free-standing framework supporting pipework and instruments |
| Bench connection | Quick release fitting for a hydraulics bench |
Applications of the energy losses in bends apparatus
The energy losses in bends apparatus lets students measure the pressure drop across each fitting at several flow rates, convert it to head loss and calculate loss coefficients, which is the standard minor-losses practical in fluid mechanics courses.
- Head loss and loss coefficient of a mitre bend, 90° elbow and sweep bends
- Losses at a sudden contraction and a sudden enlargement
- Gate valve loss measured on the differential gauge
- Comparing losses in different fittings at the same flow rate
- Minor losses practicals for civil and mechanical engineering and diploma students
Scope of supply and ordering
The listing covers the free-standing framework with the test pipework and fittings, the 12-tube manometer board with hand pump, the differential pressure gauge, the gate and control valves and the quick release bench fitting. A hydraulics bench is not included in the product data. Accessories, spares and quantities are confirmed on the quotation.
MOQ, lead time and packing for the energy losses in bends apparatus are confirmed on each quotation for the quantity and delivery destination. Single units and complete laboratory orders are supplied, including export to Africa, the Middle East and South and South-East Asia.
Frequently asked questions
Which fittings can be tested?
A mitre bend, a 90° elbow, sweep bends, a sudden contraction, a sudden enlargement and a gate valve, each with upstream and downstream pressure tappings.
How are the pressure differences read?
The fitting tappings connect to a board of 12 water manometer tubes pressurised by a hand pump, and the gate valve tappings connect to a differential pressure gauge.
Is a hydraulics bench needed?
Yes. The apparatus connects to a hydraulics bench supply through a quick release fitting; the bench is quoted separately if required.
Related products
- Losses Due To Pipe Fittings
- Losses in Valves and Fittings
- Energy Losses in Pipes
- Losses in Pipe Elements
Pipe flow and friction units are listed in the JaincoLab fluid mechanics lab equipment range.
Request a quote
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