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Demonstration of Pelton Turbine Apparatus (SMT-FM-14)

This apparatus is designed to demonstrate the operational principles of a Pelton wheel, an impulse turbine that converts the pressure energy of a high-speed water jet into mechanical work. Its purpose is to allow students to observe the energy conversion process and measure key performance parameters like power output and efficiency under varying loads.

The turbine features a Pelton wheel enclosed in a corrosion-resistant housing with a transparent front panel for clear visibility of the blades and water jet interaction. A mechanical brake with a spring balance is attached to the shaft to apply a measurable, variable load, allowing for torque calculation. The unit is equipped with a pressure gauge at the inlet nozzle and is designed to be driven by a standard hydraulic bench, which supplies the necessary pressurized water flow.

Its primary application is in engineering education for studying turbomachinery and energy conversion. The main benefit is the hands-on opportunity it provides for students to directly measure torque, rotational speed, and inlet pressure to calculate power output and efficiency, thereby reinforcing theoretical concepts of impulse momentum and turbine performance.

  • Performance of a Pelton turbine at different flow rates.
  • Study of Torque, Power and Efficiency of a Pelton turbine.
  • The effect of spear valve position.
  • The graphical representation of characteristic curves for torque, power and efficiency.
  • Study of functionality of Pelton Turbine.
  • Transparent PMMA window so students can see the Pelton wheel working.
  • Includes band brake and spring balance to measure turbine torque.
  • Includes pressure gauge to measure inlet pressure.
  • Screw-controlled spear valve for precise inlet flow control
  • Water supply using SMT-FM-100 base module.
  • Supplied with a comprehensive user guide.
  • PVC Pipe Fittings.