Thermodynamics – Air Flow Impulse Turbine (TH-3124)
The unit allows students to perform several important experiments, including:
- Determination of turbine power as a function of volumetric flow rate, pressure, and rotational speed
- Recording of torque characteristics
- Determination of turbine efficiency
- Investigation of partial pressurization using nozzle group circuits
Main Features
- Stand-alone table-mounted experimental unit
- Designed for axial impulse turbine investigation using air flow
- Operates with compressed air supply around 6 bar
- Turbine loading using belt brake dynamometer
- Torque measurement using force sensor
- Speed measurement using proximity switch
- Digital display for speed, torque, and temperature
- Dial manometers for pressure monitoring
Technical Specifications
urbine Type: Radial Reaction Turbine
Maximum Power Output: 200 W
Wheel Diameter: Approx. 130 mm
Number of Rotor Blades: 45
Inlet / Outlet Angle: 20°T
Measuring Ranges
- Temperature: –100 to 400 °C
- Speed: 0 – 50,000 rpm
- Torque: 0 – 25 Nm
- Flow Rate: 25 – 315 L/s
- Inlet Pressure: 0 – 10 bar
- Outlet Pressure: 0 – 0.5 bar
Optional Accessories
- Air Compressor – TH-3124-01
- DAQ Software – TH-3124SW
The optional data acquisition software, developed in the LABVIEW environment, allows automated measurement and calculation of experimental results. The software operates in any Windows-based system and includes electronic sensors for data collection.
Scope of Delivery
- 1 × Experimental Unit
- 1 × Set of Hoses
- 1 × Instructional Manual
Thermodynamics – Air Flow Impulse Turbine (TH-3124)
Air Flow Impulse Turbine (TH-3124) is a laboratory training unit designed to demonstrate the operating principles and performance characteristics of an axial impulse turbine using compressed air. The system enables students to understand how turbines convert fluid energy into mechanical power through momentum change.
Turbines are machines that produce torque and shaft power as a result of the momentum change of a flowing fluid such as gas, vapor, or liquid. In an impulse turbine, the pressure drop of the fluid occurs primarily in the stator nozzles, where the fluid velocity increases before striking the rotor blades. As a result, the fluid flows through the rotor at nearly constant pressure while transferring kinetic energy to the rotor.
The TH-3124 unit consists of a single-stage axial flow impulse turbine equipped with a throttle valve and belt brake dynamometer for load application. The turbine housing and instrumentation allow clear observation and precise measurement of the turbine’s operating parameters.
The system includes measurement instruments for air supply pressure, mass flow rate, temperature, turbine speed, and torque, enabling comprehensive analysis of turbine performance. This setup allows students to conduct practical experiments on turbine characteristics, power output, and efficiency.
