SR1014 Fluid Mechanics Lab Equipment OperatingPrinciple of a Francis Turbine Teaching Equipment 1. Introduction 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 2. 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 3. 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
