Product Summary
In this experiment, students determine the major losses due to friction in pipes and the minor losses due to elbows and valves. The loss over a long distance is measured between pressure taps #1 and #5 (shown in the picture above). The water velocity is measured using the Venturi tube attached to the General Flow Sensor.
Designed for use with any of the following
- 850 Universal Interface
- 550 Universal Interface
- Any PASPORT interface with 2 ports
Concepts
- Learn how to determine the friction factor
- Estimate the energy loss of water flowing at a various flow rates through PVC pipe
- Estimate the energy loss of water flowing through an elbow
- Estimate the energy loss of water flowing through a valve
What's Included
Data Collection Software
This product requires PASCO software for data collection and analysis. We recommend the following option(s). For more information on which is right for your classroom, see our Software Comparison: SPARKvue vs. Capstone »
Interface Required
This product requires a PASCO Interface to connect to your computer or device. We recommend the following option(s). For a breakdown of features, capabilities, and additional options, see our Interface Comparison Guide »
Buying Guide
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1x Water Pump: Recommend Little Giant Pump 4-MD 1/12 hp
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1x Bucket
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1x Pipe Network
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Experiments
Experiment Library
Perform the following experiments and more with the Piping Systems.
Visit PASCO's Experiment Library to view more activities.
College / Physics
We will determine the major losses due to friction in pipes and the minor losses due to elbows and valves.
