Product Highlights

• Advanced Fluid Mechanics Laboratory
• Designed for Reciprocating Pump Performance Analysis
• Real-Time Pressure and Flow Measurement System
• Demonstrates Pulsation Characteristics of Reciprocating Pumps
• Variable Speed Motor with Frequency Drive Compatibility
• Integrated Volumetric Flow Rate Measurement
• Pressure Retention Valve for Constant System Pressure
• Pulsation Attenuation Using Air Vessel System
• Industrial-Quality Experimental Setup
• Suitable for Universities, Polytechnics & Technical Institutes
• Compact and Durable Laboratory Construction
• Ideal for Hydraulic Machinery Demonstration and Research

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Educational Objectives

The FM-1849-41 trainer enables students and researchers to understand:

• Working principles of reciprocating pumps
• Pump characteristic curve analysis
• Pressure behavior in delivery pipelines
• Cylinder pressure variations
• Pulsation attenuation techniques
• Volumetric flow measurement methods
• Hydraulic system performance evaluation
• Effect of pump speed on delivery performance
• Fluid transport and pressure regulation concepts

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Experimental Capabilities

The unit allows a wide range of practical laboratory experiments, including:

• Characteristic Curve of a Reciprocating Pump

Students can determine and analyze the operational characteristic curve of the reciprocating pump by measuring flow rate, pressure, and system behavior under different conditions.

• Influence of Pulsation Attenuation

The setup demonstrates how pulsating pressure generated by reciprocating pumps can be reduced and stabilized using an air vessel damping system.

• Pressure Characteristics Analysis

The trainer enables direct measurement and comparison of:

• Delivery pressure
• Cylinder pressure
• Pressure fluctuations within the system

This helps users understand real hydraulic operating conditions and pressure distribution in reciprocating pump systems.

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System Features

Precision Pump Demonstration System

The trainer includes a high-quality reciprocating pump integrated with a robust drive system for accurate experimental analysis.

Variable Speed Operation

The motor supports optional variable frequency drive operation, allowing users to study the effect of pump speed variation on system performance.

Pressure Measurement System

Integrated gauges measure:

• Cylinder pressure
• Delivery pipe pressure
• System pressure characteristics

Volumetric Flow Measurement

The trainer includes a compensation tank and flow measurement arrangement for accurate volumetric flow rate calculations.

Pulsation Damping System

An air vessel is installed at the discharge side to reduce delivery pressure pulsations and demonstrate hydraulic stabilization techniques.

User-Friendly Laboratory Design

Each section is clearly organized for educational use, ensuring easy operation and observation during laboratory experiments.

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Technical Specifications

Pump Specifications

• Reciprocating Pump Type
• Flow Rate: 155 L/h
• Maximum Head: 30–60 m WC
• Bore Diameter: 38 mm
• Stroke Length: 2–20 mm
• Internal Delivery Pipe Diameter: 15 mm

Drive System

• Drive Motor Power: 370 W
• Motor Speed: 1450 rpm
• Power Supply: 230V, 50Hz
• Optional Variable Speed via Frequency Drive

Pressure Measurement

• Pressure Measurement Range: 0–10 bar
• Maximum Pressure: 13 bar
• Mechanical Safety Limit: 6 bar

Flow Measurement

• Flow Measurement Range: 0–7 LPM

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Software Option (FM-1849-41SW)

An optional DAQ software package is available for advanced laboratory data acquisition and analysis.

Software Features

• NI LabVIEW™ based environment
• Real-time data acquisition
• Automatic data processing
• Graphical result visualization
• Data aggregation and reporting
• CSV report generation
• Experimental graph plotting
• Windows-based operation

The software allows users to record measured and calculated values efficiently for research documentation and laboratory reporting.

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Scope of Delivery

• 1 Experimental Module
• 1 Instruction Manual
• Optional Software CD & Data Cable