Fluid Friction Apparatus | FluidoSurge-X 204

The Fluid Friction Apparatus FluidoSurge-X 204 is designed for experimental study of friction losses in pipe flow systems. It enables investigation of laminar, transitional, and turbulent flow regimes using smooth and rough pipes. The setup includes fittings, valves, and flow measuring devices for comprehensive analysis. It is suitable for advanced fluid mechanics laboratory teaching.

The Fluid Friction Apparatus FluidoSurge-X 204 is designed for detailed experimental study of frictional head losses in incompressible fluid flow. It enables investigation of laminar, transitional, and turbulent flow regimes in smooth and rough pipes. The apparatus supports analysis of energy losses in pipes, fittings, bends, and flow measuring devices. It is intended for advanced fluid mechanics laboratory instruction.


Product Overview

The SCIENTICO Fluid Friction Apparatus FluidoSurge-X 204 provides a comprehensive platform for studying pipe friction and associated losses. The system allows experiments over a Reynolds number range from approximately 10³ to nearly 5000, covering all principal flow regimes in smooth pipes. An artificially roughened pipe is included to demonstrate deviation from smooth pipe characteristics at higher Reynolds numbers. Additional components such as valves, bends, Venturi meter, orifice meter, and Pitot static tube enable realistic simulation of engineering piping systems.

Parameter Specification
Model FluidoSurge-X 204
Type Fluid Friction Apparatus
Flow Regimes Laminar, transitional, turbulent
Reynolds Number Range Approx. 10³ to 5000
Smooth Bore Pipes 6 to 7 mm, 10 to 12 mm, 17 mm
Rough Pipe Artificially roughened, 17 mm
Pipe Fittings Bends, elbows, valves, strainer, T and Y fittings
Flow Measurement Devices Venturi meter, orifice meter
Velocity Measurement Pitot static tube
Manometers Pressurized water manometer and mercury manometer
Mounting Laminated backboard with tubular stand
Operation Requirement Hydraulic bench or laboratory water supply

Key Features-

  • Investigation of friction losses in straight pipes of different diameters

  • Comparative study of smooth and rough pipe behavior

  • Measurement of losses across bends, elbows, valves, and fittings

  • Flow measurement using Venturi meter and orifice plate

  • Velocity measurement using Pitot static tube

  • Rapid pressure tapping connection with automatic shut off plugs


Applications-

  • Study of laminar to turbulent flow transition

  • Determination of friction factor and rugosity effects

  • Measurement of energy losses in pipes, bends, and valves

  • Demonstration of classical pipe flow experiments

  • Fluid mechanics laboratory experiments for engineering education


Construction & Design Details-

The test circuits are mounted on a rigid laminated backboard reinforced with a deep frame and supported by tubular stands. Each pressure tapping is fitted with an automatic shut off plug to minimize leakage. Quick coupling sockets with translucent tubing allow rapid connection of any pressure tapping pair to the manometers. A system of isolating valves allows selection of individual test sections without draining the circuit, including parallel pipe configurations.


Optional Software-

Optional data acquisition software FluidoSurge-X 204 is available. The software is developed in a LabVIEW™ environment and enables digital data acquisition, processing, graphical visualization, and CSV report generation on Windows based systems. Electronic sensors are supplied when the software option is selected.


Export & Supply Capability

SCIENTICO manufactures the Fluid Friction Apparatus FluidoSurge-X 204 for domestic and international supply. The equipment is suitable for export to engineering colleges, universities, and research laboratories. Standard packing, hoses, and technical documentation are provided with each unit.


Q1. What flow regimes can be studied using this apparatus?
Laminar, transitional, and turbulent flow regimes can be investigated.

Q2. Can friction losses in pipe fittings be measured?
Yes, losses across bends, elbows, valves, and fittings are included.

Q3. Does the apparatus include both smooth and rough pipes?
Yes, smooth bore pipes of different diameters and one artificially roughened pipe are supplied.

Q4. How is pressure drop measured?
Pressure drop is measured using a pressurized water manometer and a mercury manometer.

Q5. Is the optional software included as standard supply?
No, the FluidoSurge-X 204 software is optional and supplied only when specified.

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