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Product Code : SCL-CELE-14117

The Pressure Loss in Bends and Fittings Apparatus is designed to study pressure losses (minor losses) that occur across various bends and fittings in a typical pipe system. This study is crucial for understanding the loss of head and the consequential pumping power requirements in any pipe network.

The apparatus features a robust vertical frame, mounted on wheels, which supports various study devices, including different bends and fittings. All devices are equipped with upstream and downstream pressure tapings to accurately measure the pressure drop. These tapings are connected to a multi-tube water manometer for differential pressure measurement. The flow rate is controlled by a gate valve at the downstream end, and water is supplied by an external source, such as a Hydraulic Bench.

Technical Specifications and Components

Feature / Component	Parameter / Specification	Detail / Value
Nominal Pipe Diameter	Size	25 mm.
Materials	Pipes, Bends, Fittings	Plastic.
Multi-Tube Manometer	Range and Capacity	0-500 mm Water Column (WC), 14 tubes, 7 differential manometers.
Manometer Pressurization	Mechanism	Hand pump with a non-return valve.
Pressure Gauge	Device	Bourdon tube pressure gauge (connected across the gate valve).
Enlargement Diameter	Size	24 mm.
Contraction Diameter	Size	13.5 mm.
Study Devices	Components Included	Short bend, large bend, 45 degree mitre bend, 90 degree elbow, enlargement, contraction, gate valve.
Overall Dimensions	H x W x L (with Bench)	1140 mm x 550 mm x 800 mm.

Experimental Objectives

Experiment	Key Measurement / Investigation	Hydraulic Principle
Pressure Loss Measurement	Pressure losses across different bends, fittings, and the gate valve.	Quantifying minor losses due to geometry changes.
Loss Coefficient Calculation	Calculation of the pressure loss coefficient (K) at various flow rates.	Comparison with established literature data.
Bend Comparison	Comparison of the pressure loss coefficient for different bend types (short vs. large radius).	Analysis of the effect of bend geometry on head loss.
Gate Valve Characterization	Determination of the pressure drop vs. flow characteristic curve for different valve openings.	Valve performance and flow regulation study.