Governor Apparatus ProDynami 1264 studies the performance of Porter, Proell and Hartnell centrifugal governors. This Governor Apparatus uses a DC drive motor with electronically regulated, digitally displayed speed control via a 10-turn potentiometer. Load is adjusted by weights on the Porter and Proell governors, or by spring stress on the Hartnell governor, with stroke measured using marks on the governor shaft. A transparent protective lid ensures safe operation on this bench top unit.

Governor Apparatus ProDynami 1264 — Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Demonstration Purpose | Principle of operation of various centrifugal force governors |
| Governor Types | Porter, Proell and Hartnell governors |
| Safety | Protective cover to ensure safe operation |
| Drive | DC drive motor |
| Speed Control | Adjustable rotational speed, electronically regulated, with digital display |
Key Features
Experiments
Construction and Design
The Governor Apparatus ProDynami 1264 consists of three different types of governors: Porter, Proell and Hartnell. The load can be changed on the Porter and Proell governors by placing or removing weights. For the Hartnell governor, load is changed by altering the stress on the spring. The rotational speed of the governor is controlled via a speed control knob. The drive, with an electronically regulated motor, is fitted in the housing. Speed is continuously adjusted using a 10-turn potentiometer and displayed digitally. The governor is placed in a chuck on the drive. Centrifugal masses and sleeve forces can be varied using the accessories included. The stroke can be measured using the marks on the governor shaft. A transparent protective lid covers the rotating centrifugal governor during operation. The unit is simply placed on a table in the laboratory for operation and requires only a supply of power. This construction allows the Governor Apparatus to demonstrate the principle of operation of Porter, Proell and Hartnell centrifugal force governors safely and accurately.
Scope of Delivery
Required for Operation
Q: What is the Governor Apparatus ProDynami 1264 used for?
A: It is used to study the performance of different types of governors and demonstrate the kinetics and kinematics of Porter, Proell and Hartnell governor systems.
Q: Which governor types are included?
A: Porter governor, Proell governor and Hartnell governor.
Q: How is the load changed on each governor type?
A: For Porter and Proell governors, load is changed by placing or removing weights. For the Hartnell governor, load is changed by altering the stress on the spring.
Q: How is speed controlled and displayed?
A: Speed is controlled via a speed control knob, adjusted continuously using a 10-turn potentiometer, and displayed digitally.
Q: What does the scope of delivery include?
A: 1 experimental unit, 1 instruction manual, 3 governors (centrifugal), 1 set of weights and 1 set of tools.