Pipe Surge and Water Hammer Apparatus | FluidoSurge-X 324
A CE-certified precision laboratory apparatus for engineering experimentation and technical education, 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 324 is a dedicated experimental apparatus for studying transient effects of pipe surge and water hammer resulting from gradual or instantaneous changes in fluid velocity. The unit consists of two stainless steel test pipes, one for surge studies and one for water hammer studies, connected to a constant head tank, with a hydraulic bench supplied for water feed and flow measurement.
Product Overview
The FluidoSurge-X 324 Pipe Surge and Water Hammer Apparatus comprises two independent test sections sharing a common constant head stainless steel tank and a hydraulic bench. The pipe surge test section connects to a clear acrylic surge tank near the downstream end; a manually operated control valve allows students to initiate surge, and a pressure transducer at the base of the surge shaft feeds signal to an oscilloscope. Maximum surge height and valve-closure-to-surge time are measurable using the oscilloscope and stopwatch respectively. The water hammer test section uses a push-release control valve (solenoid valve optional) and two pressure transducers, one near each pipe end, to capture the acoustic wave passage on the oscilloscope and compare measured pressure profiles against theoretical values. Optional DAQ software FX 324 is available for data acquisition, processing, and CSV reporting.
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Technical Specifications
Pipe Surge Test Section
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Test Pipe Material | Stainless steel |
| Test Pipe Length | 3 to 5 m |
| Test Pipe Inner Diameter | 20 mm |
| Surge Tank Material | Clear acrylic with scale |
| Surge Tank Size | 70 mm internal diameter x 1 m height |
| Pressure Transducer Range | 0 to 250 mbar |
| Control Valve | Manually operated |
Water Hammer Test Section
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Test Pipe Material | Stainless steel |
| Test Pipe Inner Diameter | 20 mm |
| Test Pipe Length | 3 to 5 m |
| Pressure Transducer Range | 0 to 1 MPa |
| Pressure Transducer Quantity | 2 |
| Control Valve | Manually operated |
Head Tank
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Material | Stainless steel with overflow for constant head |
| Capacity | 50 litres |
Hydraulic Bench
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Sump Tank Capacity | 150 litres |
| Volumetric Tank Capacity | 70 litres |
| Centrifugal Pump Flow Rate | 60 LPM |
| Pump Head | 32 m |
| Pump Power | 0.37 kW |
| Pump Section Material | Stainless steel |
Technical Data
Pipe Surge Test Section, Pressure Transducer
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Location | Base of surge shaft |
| Range | 0 to 250 mbar |
| Output | Signal to oscilloscope |
Water Hammer Test Section, Pressure Transducers
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Quantity | 2 |
| Range | 0 to 1 MPa |
| Location | Near each end of the test pipe |
| Output | Signal to oscilloscope |
Surge Tank
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Material | Clear acrylic with scale |
| Internal Diameter | 70 mm |
| Height | 1 m |
| Position | Near downstream end of pipe surge test pipe |
Hydraulic Bench
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sump Tank | 150 litres |
| Volumetric Tank | 70 litres |
| Centrifugal Pump | 60 LPM @ 32 m head |
| Motor Power | 0.37 kW |
| Pump Wetted Parts | Stainless steel |
Key Features
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Demonstration of pipe surge and water hammer phenomena
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Separate test sections for surge and water hammer studies
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Transparent surge tank for visual observation of surge height
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Stainless steel pipelines for durability and repeatability
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Pressure transducers for transient pressure measurement
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Manual valve operation for controlled generation of transients
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Oscilloscope-based visualization of pressure waves
Applications
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Fluid mechanics laboratory experiments
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Study of transient flow in pipelines
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Analysis of water hammer pressure waves
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Investigation of surge tank behavior
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Determination of wave propagation and sound velocity in pipes
Construction & Design Details
The apparatus uses stainless steel pipes connected to a constant head tank to ensure stable inlet conditions. The surge study section includes a clear acrylic surge tank with graduated scale, allowing direct observation of surge height. Pressure transducers are positioned at critical points to capture transient signals. The water hammer section includes pressure transducers at both ends of the test pipe to observe the passage of acoustic pressure waves on an oscilloscope.
Experiments
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Demonstration of pipe surge phenomena
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Study of oscillatory characteristics of a surge tank
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Measurement of frictional head loss between reservoir and surge tank
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Comparison of measured and theoretical water hammer pressure profiles
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Determination of velocity of sound in the pipe
Data Acquisition Software (Optional)
Optional software FM-1849-36SW is developed in the NITM LabVIEW™ environment for use with a compatible DAQ system. The software enables acquisition, processing, and visualization of pressure and transient data on a Windows-based PC. Measured and calculated values can be organized into tables and graphs, with export of comprehensive CSV reports for documentation and analysis.
Standard Scope of Delivery
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1 experimental module
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1 oscilloscope
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1 stopwatch
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1 instruction manual
Export & Supply Capability
SCIENTICO manufactures the Pipe Surge and Water Hammer Apparatus FluidoSurge-X 324 for engineering colleges, technical universities, and research laboratories. The unit is suitable for domestic and international supply. Export packing and documentation are provided as per customer and destination requirements.
Q1. What phenomena can be studied using FluidoSurge-X 324?
Pipe surge and water hammer effects resulting from changes in fluid velocity can be studied.
Q2. How is pipe surge generated in the apparatus?
Pipe surge is generated by manually operating the control valve connected to the surge tank.
Q3. How are water hammer effects observed?
Water hammer is produced by rapid valve operation, and pressure waves are displayed on an oscilloscope using pressure transducers.
Q4. Is a hydraulic bench included with the system?
Yes. A hydraulic bench is supplied to provide water supply and flow measurement.
Q5. Is digital data acquisition available?
Yes. Optional DAQ hardware and software are available for advanced data recording and analysis.
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