A comprehensive experimental setup designed to investigate frictional losses in straight pipes, valves, bends, elbows and other pipe fittings. Ideal for undergraduate laboratories, engineering colleges and research institutes.
Laboratory Equipment
The Head Loss in Pipes & Fittings apparatus is designed to demonstrate the pressure losses that occur due to friction in straight pipes and disturbances created by valves, bends, contractions and enlargements.
Students can experimentally determine friction factors, compare theoretical and experimental results, and validate the Darcy–Weisbach equation under various flow conditions.
The apparatus provides reliable and repeatable experimental results for studying pressure losses, friction factor and hydraulic characteristics of pipe flow.
Enables clear visualization of water flow through different pipe sections and fittings.
Differential manometers provide precise pressure drop measurements across test sections.
Flow rate can be adjusted to investigate laminar and turbulent flow conditions.
Ideal for undergraduate laboratories, engineering colleges and research institutions.
| Product Name | Head Loss in Pipes & Fittings Apparatus |
|---|---|
| Application | Fluid Mechanics Laboratory |
| Working Fluid | Water |
| Pipe Material | Transparent Acrylic / PVC |
| Test Sections | Straight Pipe, Elbow, Bend, Sudden Expansion, Sudden Contraction, Gate Valve, Globe Valve |
| Pressure Measurement | Differential Multi-tube Manometer |
| Flow Measurement | Measuring Tank with Stopwatch |
| Pump | Centrifugal Pump |
| Power Supply | 230 V AC, 50 Hz |
| Construction | Powder-coated Mild Steel Frame |
Determine friction factor for flow through straight pipes using Darcy–Weisbach equation.
Evaluate pressure losses through bends, elbows, valves and sudden expansions.
Study the effect of Reynolds number on frictional pressure loss.
The setup is supplied complete with all essential accessories required to perform standard laboratory experiments immediately after installation.
High-quality recirculating water pump for continuous laboratory operation.
Precision differential pressure measurement system with calibrated scale.
Calibrated volumetric tank for accurate flow rate determination.
Flow regulating valves with different pipe fittings for pressure loss studies.
Digital pressure acquisition with computer connectivity for advanced laboratory experiments.
Electronic pressure and flow sensors for higher measurement accuracy.
Real-time monitoring and graphical analysis software for educational laboratories.
Fluid Mechanics laboratory experiments for undergraduate engineering students.
Experimental validation of hydraulic flow behaviour and pressure loss analysis.
Practical laboratory demonstrations for diploma engineering programmes.
Live classroom demonstrations covering pipe friction and hydraulic losses.
The apparatus can be used to determine friction factor, major and minor losses, pressure drop through valves, bends, elbows, contractions and expansions.
Yes. It is specifically designed for undergraduate engineering and diploma laboratories.
Yes. Installation, commissioning, training and after-sales technical support are available.
Contact AVATT Technologies for pricing, technical specifications, customization options and laboratory consultation for the Head Loss in Pipes & Fittings apparatus.