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Product Code : SCL-CELE-14095

This experimental apparatus is designed for the comprehensive study of major losses in fluid flow, focusing specifically on pipe friction (head loss) in conduits of different diameters. The setup incorporates two pipes of differing diameters connected in a parallel configuration, enabling comparative analysis under controlled conditions. Pressure losses are measured accurately using a Differential Manometer connected across pressure tapings provided on each pipe. The system operates as a self-contained water re-circulating unit powered by a centrifugal pump, and the actual flow rate is determined volumetrically using a dedicated measuring tank and stopwatch. The primary goal is to empirically quantify friction losses and determine the Darcy-Weisbach friction factor.

Objectives: Pipe Friction and Darcy-Weisbach Factor Determination

Objective	Key Metric Investigated	Application in Hydraulic Design
To determine the losses due to friction in pipes	Major Head Loss (hL)	Quantifying the energy dissipation caused by shear stress along the pipe wall for different pipe sizes.
To determine the friction factor for Darcy Weisbach equation	Friction Factor (f)	Empirical calculation of the dimensionless friction factor (f) across varying flow regimes and diameters.

Technical Specifications: Pipe Friction Apparatus

Component	Parameter / Specification	Value / Feature
Test Pipes (2 Nos.)	Material and Diameter	GI (Galvanized Iron) of 1/2 inch and 1 inch Diameter
Pipe Test Section	Length	1 meter (m)
Pressure Measurement	Device	Differential Manometer
Flow Control	Mechanism	Control valves on each parallel pipe and By-pass valve on the main line
System Storage	Sump Tank Material and Capacity	Stainless Steel, Capacity 50 Liters
Flow Measurement	Device and Capacity	Measuring Tank with Piezometer, Capacity 25 Liters
Water Circulation Pump	Type and Make	FHP Pump, Crompton / Sharp make
Timing	Stop Watch	Mechanical / Electronic
Utilities	Electricity Supply	Single Phase, 220 VAC, 0.5 kW