Losses Due To Pipe Fittings
Product Code : JA-FMAHLE-9922
The Losses Due To Pipe Fittings apparatus (SKU JA-FMAHLE-9922) measures the pressure lost across common pipe fittings so that students can calculate their loss coefficients. JaincoLab manufactures this pipe fittings loss apparatus for fluid mechanics and hydraulics practicals in civil and mechanical engineering colleges and polytechnics; a bend, an elbow, a sudden expansion, a sudden contraction, a ball valve and a gate valve are tested in turn at different flow rates.
Specifications
Each fitting has pressure tappings at its inlet and outlet connected to a differential manometer; the fittings are a 1/2 inch bend and elbow, a sudden expansion and a sudden contraction between 15 mm and 25 mm, a ball valve and a gate valve, in a self-contained recirculating water circuit.
| Product | Losses Due To Pipe Fittings |
| SKU | JA-FMAHLE-9922 |
| Fittings under test | 1/2 inch bend, 1/2 inch elbow, sudden expansion and sudden contraction (15 mm to 25 mm), ball valve, gate valve |
| Pressure tappings | At the inlet and outlet of each fitting |
| Pressure measurement | Differential manometer |
| Flow control | Flow control valve and bypass valve |
| Flow measurement | Measuring tank and stopwatch |
| Water circuit | Self-contained recirculating unit with sump tank and centrifugal pump |
Applications of the pipe fittings loss apparatus
The pipe fittings loss apparatus shows how much head is lost at bends, changes of section and valves compared with a straight pipe, so students can find loss coefficients for each fitting, a standard minor losses practical in fluid mechanics laboratories.
- Measuring the loss coefficient of each pipe fitting
- Determining the loss of head in the fittings at various flow rates
- Comparing losses in a bend and an elbow, and in a sudden expansion and a sudden contraction
- Comparing losses across a ball valve and a gate valve
- Fluid mechanics practicals in civil and mechanical engineering degree and diploma courses
Scope of supply and ordering
The listing covers the pipe circuit with the six fittings and their tappings, differential manometer, flow control and bypass valves, measuring tank, sump tank and centrifugal pump. Accessories, spares and quantities are confirmed on the quotation.
Minimum order quantity, lead time and packing are confirmed on each quotation for the number of units and the delivery destination. JaincoLab supplies single units and complete fluid mechanics laboratories for engineering colleges, polytechnics and tender orders.
Frequently asked questions
Which fittings can be tested?
A 1/2 inch bend and elbow, a sudden expansion and a sudden contraction between 15 mm and 25 mm, a ball valve and a gate valve.
How is the loss across a fitting measured?
Pressure tappings at the inlet and outlet of each fitting are connected to a differential manometer.
How is the flow rate varied?
With the flow control valve and bypass valve; the flow is measured with the measuring tank and a stopwatch.
Related products
- Losses in a Pipe System
- Losses in Valves and Fittings
- Discharge Through Venturimeter and Orificemeter
- Orifice and Mouthpiece Apparatus
Pipe friction, flow meter and orifice set-ups are listed in the JaincoLab fluid mechanics lab equipment range.
Request a quote
To order the Losses Due To Pipe Fittings apparatus, send the quantity and delivery destination through the JaincoLab contact page or email [email protected]. Buying under a laboratory tender? Use our tenders page.
