MULTI-PURPOSE TEACHING FLUME

Multi-Purpose Teaching Flume : MTFM-02

This is a small open channel flume available in 2.5 m or 5.0 m lengths with clear acrylic sides to the working section for total visibility of the flow. The channel is fitted with a PVC inlet tank and is designed for free discharge into the Hydraulics Bench. The flume is mounted on a rigid framework, and can be tilted by use of a calibrated screw jack which allows accurate slope adjustment of the channel.

The inlet tank incorporates a stilling arrangement to diffuse the water flow prior to entry into the channel, ensuring smooth uniform flow.

The level in the working section of the flume is controlled using an overshot weir at the discharge end. Bed pressure taping and fixing points for models are provided. A longitudinal scale positioned at the top of the channel allows depth gauges and Piton-static tubes to be accurately positioned along the channel length. The flume is designed for use with a standard Hydraulics Bench which provides the pumped water flow, the flow control valve and a volumetric tank for flow measurement.

Description

EXPERIMENTAL CAPABILITIES:

Study of open channel flume
Use of hook and point gauges to measure water level
Learning how to apply force-momentum and steady flow energy equations to simple flow situations
Understanding the relationship between water level above the crest of a weir and flow rate over the weir
Using hydraulic structures to control level, e.g. siphon spillways
Understanding sub-and super-critical flow and the under lying characteristics of waves
Hydraulic jump
Using hydraulic structures for control of flow e.g. sluice gate
Applying and understanding Manning’s formula
Use of a Piton-static tube to measure flow rate and velocity profiles

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:

A 76 mm wide 250 mm high open channel for use with an Hydraulics Bench
Available in 2.5m and 5.0m working section lengths
Clear acrylic sides to give visibility of the working section
A jacking system permits the slope of the channel bed to be adjusted between -1% and +3%
Inlet tank with flow stilling arrangement
Includes a Venturi flume sharp and broad crested weirs,
2 vernier level gauges adjustable undershot weir and crump weir
Wide range of other models available as accessories
Optional flow meter
Comprehensive instruction manual
Sharp and broad crested weirs
Crump weir
Adjustable undershot weir

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