F SERIES: BASIC FLUID MECHANICS

SOFTWARE
INCLUDED WITH Complete Fluid Mechanics Laboratory – F1

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ALL F1-10 BENCH’S
AS STANDARD Bernoulli’s Theorem Demonstration - F1-15-MKII
SERIES
This accessory illustrates the circumstances to which Bernoulli’s
Theorem may be applied.
It also explains why in other circumstances the theorem gives an
inadequate description of the fluid behaviour.

F1-15-MKII: Venturi tube

Experimental content
u To investigate the validity of the Bernoulli equation when applied
to the steady flow of water in a converging, or, a diverging duct
u Conservation of energy convergent/divergent pipe flow
u Effect of friction loss on Bernoulli equation
u Recording the pressure curve in a Venturi nozzle
u Recording the velocity curve in a Venturi nozzle F1-15-MKII: Pump for pressurising the system
u Determining the flow coefficient
Technical specifications (Requires Hydraulics Bench Service unit F1-10/F1-10-2)
Description Manometer range 0-400mm
The test section consists of a classical Venturi machined in clear acrylic. Number of manometer tubes 11

A series of wall tappings enable measurement of the static pressure Throat diameter 14.0mm
distribution along the converging and diverging duct. A total head Upstream diameter 26.0mm
tube is provided to traverse along the centre line of the test section. Upstream taper 21°
These tappings are connected to a manometer bank incorporating Downstream taper 9°
a manifold with an air bleed valve.
Pressurisation of the manometers is facilitated by a hand pump. Overall dimensions
The test section is arranged so that the characteristics of flow Length 0.80m
through both a converging and diverging section can be studied. Width 0.40m
Water is fed through a hose connector and is controlled by a flow Height 0.65m
regulator valve at the outlet of the test section.
Ordering codes
The Venturi can be demonstrated as a means of flow measurement
and the discharge coefficient can be determined. u F1-15-MKII

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