Operating Principle Of A Francis Turbine Hydrodynamics Experiment Apparatus Lab Teaching

SR1014 Operating Principle Of A Francis Turbine Hydrodynamics Experiment Apparatus Lab Teaching

Model:SR1014

Brand: ShouldShine

Learning Objectives / Experiments

– design and function of a Francis turbine

– determination of torque, power and efficiency

– graphical representation of characteristic curves for torque, power and efficiency

Specifications

[1] function of a Francis turbine

[2] transparent front panel for observing the operating area

[3] loading the turbine by use of the band brake

[4] adjustable guide vanes for setting different angles of attack

[5] marking on brake drum for non-contact speed measurement

[6] instruments: spring balances for determining the

torque, manometer shows pressure at turbine inlet

[7] flow determination by base module  

[8] water supply using the base module or via lab supply

Technical Data

Turbine

– output: 12W at n=1100min-1, approx. 40L/min,

H=8m

– rotor, 7 blades

blade width: 5mm

external diameter: 50mm

– guide vanes: 6 vanes, adjustable (20 stages)

Measuring ranges

– braking force (spring balance): 10N

– pressure: 0…1,0bar

Dimensions and Weight

LxWxH: 400x400x630mm

Weight: approx. 17kg