F lu id M echanics

B e rnoulli’s Theo rem

H5
A benchtop Venturi tube that allows students to study Bernoulli’s thorem by measureing the
complete static head distribution along the horizontal tube.

S c r een s hot o f t he HD M S s o f t wa re

S hown f i t t ed to t he D i gi ta l Hy d r au l i c
Ben c h (H1 F, ava i l a bl e s epa r at ely )

K ey F e at u res Lear ning O u tc o mes

• Transparent working section and manometer Comprehensive study of a Venturi meter and
tubes, provides students with a highly visual Bernoulli’s theorem, including:
display of the experiments
• Direct measurement of the static head distribution
• Robust circular-section Venturi tube for long life along a Venturi tube
• Multiple manometers for direct measurement of • Comparison of experimental results with
static heads theoretical predictions
• Compact and simple to operate • Measurement of the meter coefficient of
discharge at various flow rates
• Works with TecQuipment’s Digital Hydraulic Bench
(H1F)* for easy installation
Key Spec ificatio ns
• Works with TecQuipment’s optional, free • Eleven pressure tappings
Hydraulics Data Management System Software
(HDMS) • Downstream flow control valve

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D es c ri pt i on To perform experiments, students set and measure the

flow rate through the Venturi. They measure the head at
The Venturi tube in TecQuipment’s Bernoulli’s Theorem
the cross-sectional area at the upstream section, and the
is typical of meters used throughout industry. However, it
head at the throat section. They also note the pressure
has many more pressure tappings, connecting to water
distribution along the rest of the meter. They then repeat
manometers, which allow full study of the pressure
the procedure, reducing the flow rate in increments
distribution along the convergent/divergent passage.
and taking similar readings each time. Students can
The Bernoulli’s Theorem works with TecQuipment’s compare ideal pressure distribution to measured pressure
Digital Hydraulic Bench (H1F, available separately)* and distribution and calculate the coefficients of discharge for
stands on the hydraulic bench worktop. The benches the meter.
measure flow rate, so students can find the Venturi meter
If required students can download TecQuipment’s
coefficients over a range of flow conditions.
Hydraulics Data Management System (HDMS) software
The apparatus includes a horizontal Venturi tube, a onto a suitable computer (not supplied) to aid with
downstream flow control valve and manometer tubes. entering, evaluating and presenting their data.
A manometer panel holds the manometer tubes
vertically. A common manifold above the tubes has an Standar d Featu r es
air pressure-control valve. The base has adjustable • Supplied with a comprehensive user guide
feet. The manometer panel has a scale behind the
manometer tubes for direct reading of the water levels in • Five-year warranty
the tubes. Plastic materials and corrosion-resistant finishes • Manufactured in accordance with the latest European
throughout the equipment protect against corrosion. Union directives
Water enters the Venturi meter and its flow control valve • ISO9001 certified manufacturer
sets the flow rate. This valve is downstream, so it does not
cause any upstream turbulence.
Essential Base U nit
To adjust the datum water level in the manometer tubes, • Digital Hydraulic Bench (H1F)*
students connect a hand pump (included) to the air valve
above the manometer tubes. *This product will also work with existing TecQuipment
Gravimetric and Volumetric Hydraulic Benches (H1 and
H1D)

H a nd pum p

695 mm

F l ow
c o n t ro l
va lv e

510 mm

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H yd rau li c s Data M a nagem ent System O per ating C o nd itio ns

The HDMS is a complimentary software tool designed to O perat ing enviro nment:
help students accurately record data from experiments Laboratory
associated with this apparatus. The software is intuitive
and easy to use, with clear and convenient data display Sto rage t emperat u re ra nge:
options, enabling students to run automatic calculations –25vC to +55°C (when packed for transport)
and export charts and results for further investigation.
O perat ing t emperat u re ra nge:
To find out more, click here. +5°C to +40°C
O perat ing relat ive hu midit y ra nge:
S p e c i f i cat i on s
80% at temperatures < 31°C decreasing linearly to 50% at
TecQuipment is committed to a programme of continuous 40°C
improvement; hence we reserve the right to alter the
design and product specification without prior notice.
Nett dimens io ns and w e i gh t:
695 mm high x 510 mm wide x 285 mm depth
and 9 kg weight
Ap proximat e pac ked di m e n s i on s a n d w e i gh t:
0.14 m3 and 25 kg
M axim u m f l ow r at e:
Nominally 27 L.min–1
Insid e d iamet er o f V e n tur i i n l e t:
26 mm
Insid e d iamet er o f V e n tur i th roat:
16 mm
Insid e d iamet er o f V e n tur i outl e t:
26 mm
Pr ess u r e tapping s :
11
M anomet er t u b e r ang e :
0 to 400 mm
Acces s o r ies ( inc lu d e d):
Hand pump, outlet tubing, pipe clips

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