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HM 150.31

Rotating Tank Vortex Apparatus

Technical Description

Using this unit both natural and forced vortices can be generated and observed. A forced vortex forms when the entire tank is rotated. Spinning the tank allows the vortex to form without interference. A natural vortex can be generated by draining water from the tank. The discharge can be varied using four different nozzle inserts. The vortex velocity is measured using a Pitot tube while the vortex profile is determined with a combined radius and height probe.
The water supply is provided from the laboratory mains or using the HM 150 (closed water circuit).

Learning Objectives / Experiments

· Investigations on free and forced vortices
· Recording surface profiles
· Determination of vortex velocities
· Comparison of measured values with the theory

Features

Vortex formation in liquids

Alternative products

HM 150.14 -- Impeller Vortex Apparatus

Specification

[1] Apparatus to demonstrate and measure surface profiles in natural and forced vortices
[2] l x w x h 640x500x750mm, 35kg
[3] Drains with different diameters for natural vortex formation
[4] Forced vortex via rotated tank
[5] Drive via speed motor and belt drive
[6] Combined radius and height probe with callipers to determine the vortex profile
[7] Speed measurement using Pitot tube
[8] 230V, 50Hz, 1 phase

Technical Data

Tank diameter: 500/400mm
Height: 250mm
Drain diameter: 8, 12, 16, 24mm
Drive motor: 24VDC
Controller housing: 230V, 50Hz, 1 phase

Dimensions and Weight

l x w x h : 640 x 500 x 750 mm
Weight : approx. 35 kg

Connections

230V, 50Hz, 1 phase

Scope of Delivery

1 apparatus, 4 nozzle inserts, 1 instruction manual

Order Details

070.15031 HM 150.31 Rotating Tank Vortex Apparatus