Heat Transfer from a Pin Fin | ThermoFlux-2916
The Heat Transfer from a Pin Fin setup, ThermoFlux-2916, studies heat transfer in a brass pin fin under free and forced convection. It features a duct mounted fan, Nichrome wire heater, variac controlled heat input, and 6 RTD PT-100 temperature sensors with digital indication. The Heat Transfer from a Pin Fin unit includes DAQS based on LabVIEW with an HMI touchscreen. The setup is mounted on a powder coated base plate.
The Heat Transfer from a Pin Fin setup, ThermoFlux-2916, is designed to study heat transfer in a pin fin under free and forced convection conditions. This Heat Transfer from a Pin Fin unit enables measurement of temperature distribution along the fin length using RTD sensors and a digital indicator.
Product Overview
The Heat Transfer from a Pin Fin setup, ThermoFlux-2916, consists of a pin type fin fitted in a duct. A fan is provided on one side of the duct to conduct experiments under forced draft conditions, and air flow rates can be varied. A heater heats one end of the fin, and heat flows to the other end. Heat input to the heater is given through a variac. A digital temperature indicator measures temperature distribution along the fin. This Heat Transfer from a Pin Fin unit is supplied with DAQS based on LabVIEW and an HMI touchscreen.
Heat Transfer from a Pin Fin, ThermoFlux-2916 — Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Fin Material | Brass |
| Fin Size | 12.5 mm (approx.), 15 cm long (approx.) |
| Duct Material | MS |
| Fan | Standard make |
| Heater | Band type, Nichrome wire |
| Dimmerstat | 0 to 230 V, 2 A |
| Digital Temperature Indicator | 0 to 300 degrees C, with multi channel switch |
| Temperature Sensors | RTD PT-100 type, 6 Nos., 5 for pin and 1 for duct temperature |
| Control Panel | Standard make On/Off switch, Mains Indicator etc. |
| Base | Powder coated base plate |
| Data Acquisition | DAQS based on LabVIEW with HMI touchscreen |
Technical Data
Fin
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Material | Brass |
| Diameter | 12.5 mm (approx.) |
| Length | 15 cm (approx.) |
Duct
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Material | MS |
Fan
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Make | Standard |
Heater
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Band type |
| Element | Nichrome wire |
Control Panel
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimmerstat | 0 to 230 V, 2 A |
| Digital Temperature Indicator | 0 to 300 degrees C, with multi channel switch |
| Temperature Sensors | RTD PT-100 type, 6 Nos. (5 for pin, 1 for duct) |
| Switches/Indicators | Standard make On/Off switch, Mains Indicator |
Data Acquisition System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | DAQS based on LabVIEW |
| Interface | HMI touchscreen |
Key Features
- Fin Material: Brass, 12.5 mm approx. diameter, 15 cm approx. length
- Convection Study: This Heat Transfer from a Pin Fin unit supports free and forced convection
- Airflow: Variable air flow rates via duct mounted fan
- Heating Control: Variac controlled heat input via dimmerstat, 0 to 230 V, 2 A
- Temperature Measurement: RTD PT-100 sensors, 6 Nos., with digital indicator 0 to 300 degrees C
- Data Acquisition: DAQS based on LabVIEW with HMI touchscreen
- Base: Powder coated base plate mounting
Experiments
- Study of temperature distribution along the length of fin in both free and forced convection
- Comparison of theoretical temperature distribution with experimentally obtained distribution
- Determination of convective heat transfer coefficient, experimentally and by empirical correlation
- Determination of fin efficiency and effectiveness
- Determination of results considering radiation losses
Construction and Design
The Heat Transfer from a Pin Fin setup, ThermoFlux-2916, is built around a pin type fin fitted in a duct. A fan is mounted on one side of the duct to enable forced draft conditions, and air flow rates can be varied. The heater, band type with Nichrome wire, heats one end of the fin while heat flows to the other end. The whole setup is mounted on a powder coated base plate. This construction supports the Heat Transfer from a Pin Fin study under both free and forced convection.
Scope of Delivery
- Pin fin, brass
- Duct assembly with fan
- Heater with Nichrome wire element
- Control panel with dimmerstat and digital temperature indicator
- RTD PT-100 temperature sensors, 6 Nos.
- DAQS with LabVIEW and HMI touchscreen
- Powder coated base plate
Required for Operation
- Electricity supply: 1 phase, 220 V AC, 5 Amp
- Table for setup support
Q1: What does the Heat Transfer from a Pin Fin setup study?
A: It studies heat transfer in a pin fin under both free and forced convection conditions, including temperature distribution along the fin.
Q2: How many temperature sensors does the unit use?
A: It uses 6 RTD PT-100 type sensors, with 5 for the pin and 1 for the duct temperature.
Q3: How is heat input controlled?
A: Heat input to the heater is controlled through a variac, with a dimmerstat rated 0 to 230 V, 2 A.
Q4: Does the unit support data acquisition?
A: Yes, the setup includes DAQS based on LabVIEW with an HMI touchscreen for data acquisition and monitoring.
Q5: What parameters can be determined using this setup?
A: The setup allows determination of convective heat transfer coefficient, fin efficiency, fin effectiveness, and results considering radiation losses.
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