Friction Loss in A Pipe Apparatus

A small-bore straight test pipe on a base plate for measuring friction loss in a horizontal pipe, to study laminar and turbulent flow. Also to find the critical Reynolds number and demonstrate the flow transition point.The set-up can be connected to Hydraulic. Bench by flexible pipeline. Static pressure tapping’s upstream and downstream of the test pipe connect to a water manometer. The back panel holds the manometer with calibrated scales. The water manometer measures lower differential pressures in the laminar and lower turbulent flow regions (just above the critical Reynolds Number). The pressure meter measures higher pressures in the turbulent flow region. The water manometer includes an air valve and hand-pump.

Range of Experiments 

• Investigations of laminar and turbulent flows
• Demonstration and measurement in a change of the laws of resistance (friction factor) from laminar to turbulent flow
• Finding the critical Reynolds number.
• Capable of investigating laminar and turbulent flow and the transition point.
• Capable of showing the critical Reynolds Number and verifies Poiseuille's Equation for laminar flow.