Turbine Service Unit | FluidoSurge-X 394
A CE-certified turbine test rig for performance characteristic studies, efficiency curves, and energy conversion analysis, manufactured by Scientico India to ISO 9001:2015 standards. Supplied with calibration certificate, operation manual, and complete export documentation. Designed for Fluid Mechanics laboratories in engineering colleges and technical institutions.
The FluidoSurge-X 394 Turbine Service Unit is a closed water circuit base unit for operating Francis, Kaplan, and Pelton turbines and conducting fundamental centrifugal pump experiments. Flow rate and upstream pressure are regulated via a flow control valve and pressure control system. The unit supports both analogue measurement (rotameter and pressure gauge) and optional DAQ-based sensor measurement.
Product Overview
The FluidoSurge-X 394 is a closed water circuit system comprising a centrifugal pump, a 20 L transparent water tank, a flow control valve, a pressure control system, and a damping plate to minimise air intake. Turbines, Francis, Kaplan, Pelton, or Axial Flow Impulse, are mounted on the tank cover and connected via hose. Flow rate is adjustable up to 100 LPM; pump head ranges from 9 to 21.5 m at up to 2900 rpm on a 0.37 kW motor. Measurement is carried out using a rotameter and pressure gauge as standard, or via electronic sensors for flow rate and pressure when the optional DAQ system is selected. A load cell (0 to 10 kg) and torque measurement (0 to 9800 Nmm) support turbine performance characterisation. Speed measurement covers up to 9999 rpm and inlet pressure up to 4 bar. The integrated throttle valve enables standalone centrifugal pump experiments. Optional software FX 394 is developed in the LabVIEW environment and runs on Windows.
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Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| System Type | Closed water circuit |
| Water Tank Volume | 20 L |
| Water Tank Type | Transparent |
| Pump Type | Centrifugal |
| Pump Flow Rate | 10 to 100 LPM |
| Pump Head | 21.5 to 9 m |
| Pump Maximum RPM | 2900 min⁻¹ |
| Pump Power | 0.37 kW |
| Load Cell Capacity | 0 to 10 kg |
| Flow Rate Measurement Range | Up to 100 LPM |
| Speed Measurement Range | Up to 9999 rpm |
| Torque Measurement Range | 0 to 9800 Nmm |
| Inlet Pressure Range | 0 to 4 bar |
| Standard Flow Measurement | Rotameter |
| Standard Pressure Measurement | Pressure gauge |
| Optional Measurement | Electronic sensors for flow rate and pressure |
| Air Intake Reduction | Damping plate inside tank |
| Flow Regulation | Flow control valve |
| Pressure Regulation | Pressure control system |
| Pump Experiments | Via integrated throttle valve |
Technical Data
Pump
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Centrifugal |
| Flow Rate | 10 to 100 LPM |
| Pump Head | 21.5 to 9 m |
| Maximum RPM | 2900 min⁻¹ |
| Power | 0.37 kW |
Water Tank
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Volume | 20 L |
| Type | Transparent |
Load Cell
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 0 to 10 kg |
Measuring Ranges
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Flow Rate | Up to 100 LPM |
| Speed | Up to 9999 rpm |
| Torque | 0 to 9800 Nmm |
| Inlet Pressure | 0 to 4 bar |
Key Features
- Closed water circuit: 20 L transparent tank, damping plate for minimal air intake
- Pump: centrifugal, 10 to 100 LPM, 21.5 to 9 m head, 2900 rpm max., 0.37 kW
- Flow regulation: flow control valve; pressure regulation: pressure control system
- Standard measurement: rotameter and pressure gauge
- Optional measurement: electronic sensors for flow rate and pressure
- Load cell: 0 to 10 kg; torque: 0 to 9800 Nmm; speed: up to 9999 rpm; inlet pressure: 0 to 4 bar
- Integrated throttle valve for standalone centrifugal pump experiments
- Compatible turbines: Francis, Kaplan, Pelton, Axial Flow Impulse (mounted on tank cover, connected via hose)
- Optional DAQ software FX 394: LabVIEW-based, Windows, electronic sensors included with DAQ option
Experiments
- Basic experiments on a centrifugal pump
- Together with turbines (reaction turbine, Pelton turbine, action turbine):
- Determination of typical turbine curves
- Performance curves at varying turbine speeds
- Determination of efficiencies
Construction and Design
The FluidoSurge-X 394 Turbine Service Unit is built around a closed water circuit with a 20 L transparent water tank and a centrifugal pump (0.37 kW, 10 to 100 LPM, 9 to 21.5 m head, 2900 rpm max.). A damping plate inside the tank minimises air intake into the circulating water. Turbines are mounted on the tank cover and connected to the base unit via hose. A flow control valve regulates flow rate and turbine inlet pressure; a pressure control system maintains constant head and upstream pressure. An integrated throttle valve enables centrifugal pump experiments independent of turbine attachment. Standard instrumentation comprises a rotameter and pressure gauge; electronic sensors for flow rate and pressure are included when the optional DAQ system is selected. The load cell capacity is 0 to 10 kg, torque range is 0 to 9800 Nmm, speed measurement reaches up to 9999 rpm, and inlet pressure measurement covers 0 to 4 bar.
Software
FX 394, Optional
Developed in the National Instruments LabVIEW environment, runs on Windows. Measures and calculates experimental results. A set of electronic sensors is included when the software option is selected. Compatible with any Windows environment and operates with a laptop.
Scope of Delivery
The FluidoSurge-X 394 Turbine Service Unit is supplied as a base unit. At least one turbine must be selected separately from the recommended accessories listed below.
Optional Accessories
- Pelton Turbine, FluidoSurge-X 156
- Francis Turbine, FluidoSurge-X 160
- Kaplan Turbine, FluidoSurge-X 208
- Axial Flow Impulse Turbine
Q1. What turbines are compatible with the FluidoSurge-X 394? The unit is designed for use with the Pelton Turbine (FluidoSurge-X 156), Francis Turbine (FluidoSurge-X 160), Kaplan Turbine (FluidoSurge-X 208), and an Axial Flow Impulse Turbine. At least one turbine must be selected separately.
Q2. What are the pump specifications?
Centrifugal pump, flow rate 10 to 100 LPM, head 21.5 to 9 m, maximum 2900 rpm, power 0.37 kW.
Q3. What measuring ranges does the unit support?
Flow rate: up to 100 LPM; speed: up to 9999 rpm; torque: 0 to 9800 Nmm; inlet pressure: 0 to 4 bar; load cell: 0 to 10 kg.
Q4. What is the difference between standard and optional measurement configurations?
Standard configuration uses a rotameter and pressure gauge. The optional DAQ configuration replaces these with electronic sensors for flow rate and pressure, paired with the optional FX 394 software.
Q5. What does the optional FX 394 software provide?
LabVIEW-based DAQ software for Windows. Measures and calculates experimental results. A set of electronic sensors is included with the software option. Compatible with laptop operation.
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