Fluid Mechanics Lab

The Fluid Mechanics Laboratory is designed to help engineering students understand the fundamental principles of fluid behavior through direct experimentation. This lab plays a crucial role in Mechanical, Civil, and Aeronautical Engineering education, providing hands-on experience in measuring flow, pressure, and loss characteristics under various conditions.

Each apparatus is designed as per AICTE norms and university syllabus (Anna University, DOTE, VTU, AP-SBTET, KTU), ensuring suitability for practical curriculum requirements.

Key Equipment in the Lab:
  1. Venturimeter and Orifice Meter Test Rig – For flow measurement

  2. Bernoulli’s Theorem Apparatus – To verify energy conservation

  3. Reynolds Number Apparatus – To study laminar and turbulent flow

  4. Pipe Friction Apparatus – For determining friction factor

  5. Losses in Pipe Fittings Apparatus – Sudden expansion/contraction losses

  6. Metacentric Height Apparatus – For stability analysis of floating bodies

  7. Notch Apparatus (V-notch & Rectangular Notch) – For open channel flow measurement

  8. Impact of Jet on Vanes Apparatus – For studying jet forces

  9. Orifice and Mouthpiece Apparatus – Discharge coefficient evaluation

  10. Pitot Tube Setup – For velocity measurement

  11. Flow over Weirs Apparatus

  12. Viscosity Measurement Apparatus (Redwood / Saybolt / Capillary tube type)

Educational Use:
  • Understanding flow behavior, velocity profiles, and pressure distribution

  • Study of fluid properties, stability, energy conservation, and momentum principles

  • Training in flow rate measurement techniques

Supply & Support:

We deliver and install Fluid Mechanics Lab setups across:

Tamil Nadu – Coimbatore, Chennai, Madurai, Trichy, Salem, Tirunelveli
Kerala – Kochi, Trivandrum, Calicut, Thrissur, Palakkad
Karnataka – Bengaluru, Mysore, Hubballi, Tumkur, Belgaum
Andhra Pradesh – Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Guntur, Tirupati, Nellore

Venturimeter And Orifice Meter Setup FM 2

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Size/Dimension250 mm x 250 mm x 450 mm
Country of OriginMade in India
MaterialClear acrylic/PVC pipes, Stainless Steel/ABS fittings
Dimensions (LxWxH)Approx. 1.2m x 0.5m x 0.8m
Weight15-25 kg (approx.)

Minimum order quantity: 2 Piece

This Venturimeter and Orifice Meter Setup is a precision-engineered fluid dynamics apparatus designed for educational and laboratory use. It helps students and researchers study flow rate measurement, Bernoulli’s principle, pressure drop, and energy loss in different flow conditions. The setup includes both Venturimeter and Orifice Meter in a single unit, allowing comparative analysis of fluid flow behavior.

Bernoullis Theorem Apparatus FM 1

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Country of OriginMade in India
categoryBernoullis Theorem Apparatus
The Bernoulli's Theorem Apparatus is a high-quality scientific instrument designed to demonstrate the principles of Bernoulli's theorem. This apparatus is constructed with precision and accuracy to ensure reliable and consistent results. It is an ideal tool for students, researchers, and professionals in the field of fluid mechanics.

Orifice And Mouthpiece Apparatus FM 3

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Size/Dimension250 mm x 250 mm x 450 mm
Country of OriginMade in India
MaterialClear acrylic/PVC tank with stainless steel or brass orifices & mouthpieces
DimensionsApprox. 600 mm (L) x 300 mm (W) x 500 mm (H)
Weight5-7 kg (without water)

Minimum order quantity: 2 Piece

The Orifice and Mouthpiece Apparatus is a precision-designed fluid mechanics lab equipment used to study the flow characteristics of water through different orifices and mouthpieces. It helps students understand discharge coefficients, velocity measurements, and flow behavior under varying head conditions. Ideal for engineering colleges, polytechnics, and vocational training labs.

Metacentric Height Apparatus FM 7

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Country of OriginMade in India
TypeFluid Mechanics Laboratory Equipment
CapacityWater tank approx. 50-100 liters
Brandvihas
Automation GradeManual
ModelMetacentric Height Apparatus

 The Metacentric Height Apparatus is used to determine the metacentric height of a floating body and to study the stability of floating vessels. The setup consists of a rectangular/square pontoon (floating vessel) placed in a water tank. The vessel is provided with a movable weight along its breadth and a hanging pendulum scale to measure the angle of tilt when the weight is shifted.

By shifting the movable weight laterally, the vessel tilts, and the angle of tilt is noted. From this, the metacentric height (GM) is calculated, which is a critical parameter for determining whether a floating body will remain stable in water.

Friction Loss In Pipes Apparatus FM 10

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MaterialStainless steel pipes, PVC, and acrylic components
Power220-240V, 50Hz (for pump, if included)
Voltage220V
Mercury WeightApproximately 15-20 kg
Dimension1200 mm (L) x 500 mm (W) x 800 mm (H)
Country of OriginMade in India

Minimum order quantity: 1 Piece

The Friction Loss in Pipes Apparatus is a compact and precision-designed educational kit used to study and determine the losses due to friction in pipes. It is an essential tool for fluid mechanics laboratories in engineering colleges, polytechnics, and research institutions. The apparatus helps students understand the principles of fluid flow, head loss, and the impact of pipe roughness on fluid dynamics. It is designed for easy operation, accurate measurements, and durability.

Combined Major & Minor Losses Apparatus FM 11

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Country of OriginMade in India
MaterialStainless Steel, PVC, and Acrylic
Dimensions1500 mm (L) x 600 mm (W) x 1200 mm (H)
WeightApproximately 50 kg
Tank Capacity50 Liters (Stainless Steel)
FinishColor Coated

Minimum order quantity: 1 Piece

The Combined Major & Minor Losses Apparatus is an advanced educational equipment designed to demonstrate and study the losses in fluid flow due to friction (major losses) and obstructions (minor losses) in pipelines. It is widely used in engineering colleges, polytechnics, and research labs to help students understand the principles of fluid mechanics and hydraulic systems. The apparatus is made of high-quality materials for durability and accurate results.

FM 12 Pressure Gauge Calibration Apparatus

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Display TypeAnalog
Brandvihas
UseCalibration
Pressure TypeGauge Pressure
Pressure MediumOil / Water / Air
Automation GradeManual
CapacitySingle or multiple gauges
The Pressure Gauge Calibration Apparatus is used to calibrate pressure gauges, pressure transducers, and other pressure measuring devices against a standard reference. It works on the principle of applying known pressure (hydraulic/pneumatic) and comparing it with the reading of the instrument under test. Commonly used in laboratories, industries, and educational institutes.

Impact Of Jet On Vanes Apparatus FM 16

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Country of OriginMade in India
MaterialStainless steel, acrylic, and corrosion-resistant components
DimensionsApprox. 600 mm (L) x 400 mm (W) x 500 mm (H)
WeightApprox. 10 kg
Weight MeasurementSpring balance or load cell for force measurement
Voltage220V

Minimum order quantity: 1 Piece

The Impact of Jet on Vanes Apparatus is an essential educational tool designed to demonstrate the force exerted by a jet of water on flat and curved vanes. This apparatus is widely used in engineering labs to study the principles of fluid mechanics, momentum transfer, and energy conversion. It is ideal for undergraduate and postgraduate students in mechanical, civil, and hydraulic engineering disciplines.

Centrifugal Pump Performance Test Kit FM 17

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TypeCentrifugal Pump
Phasevm005
Voltage220V
MaterialPVC or Stainless Steel
Power230V AC, 50Hz
Country of OriginMade in India

Minimum order quantity: 1 Piece

The Centrifugal Pump Performance Test Kit is an advanced educational apparatus designed to study and analyze the performance characteristics of a centrifugal pump. This kit is ideal for engineering students, technical institutions, and laboratories to understand the principles of pump operation, efficiency, head, flow rate, and power consumption. The kit includes all necessary components for conducting experiments and comes with a detailed user manual for easy setup and operation.

Reciprocating Pump Test Rig FM 18

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MaterialStainless Steel and Transparent Acrylic
Motor Power1HP DC Motor
Phasevm006
Power Supply220V AC, 50Hz
SpeedAdjustable speed range: 0-3000 RPM
Country of OriginMade in India

Minimum order quantity: 1 Piece

The Reciprocating Pump Test Rig is a high-quality educational apparatus designed for engineering students and professionals to study the performance characteristics of reciprocating pumps. It is equipped with a 1HP DC Motor and a Speed Controller to allow precise control and measurement of pump operations. This test rig is ideal for conducting experiments to analyze pump efficiency, discharge, head, and power consumption under varying speeds and loads.

The setup is compact, user-friendly, and designed for educational purposes, making it suitable for engineering labs in universities, polytechnics, and technical training institutes.

Francis Turbine Test Rig FM 22

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Power Capacity2 kW
Automation GradeAutomatic
Country of OriginMade in India
Flow Rate5-50 LPM (Liters Per Minute)
Weight150-200 kg (approx.)
Flow MeasurementRotameter / Digital Flow Sensor

Minimum order quantity: 2 Piece

The Francis Turbine Test Rig is a compact, precision-engineered apparatus designed to demonstrate the working principles of a Francis Turbine, a widely used hydraulic turbine in hydroelectric power plants. This test rig is ideal for engineering students to study turbine performance, efficiency, and hydraulic energy conversion in a controlled lab environment.

Fluid Friction Apparatus FM 26

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PhaseSingle Phase
Power0.5 - 1 HP
Voltage230 V AC
CapacityFlow rate 0.5 - 5 L/min
Sump Tank Capacity60 - 100 Litres
Mercury Weight250 - 500 g
Back SheetLaminated
Country of OriginMade in India

The Fluid Friction Apparatus is designed to study the frictional losses in fluid flow through different pipes and fittings. It enables determination of Darcy’s friction factor, loss coefficients, and variation of pressure drop with flow velocity under laminar and turbulent regimes.

The setup consists of a sump tank, centrifugal pump, and test section containing pipes of different diameters and materials, fitted with pressure tapping points. Flow is measured using a measuring tank with stopwatch or a rotameter, and head loss is measured using a differential manometer/pressure transducers connected to tapping points along the pipe.

Fluid Friction Apparatus FM 26

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PhaseSingle Phase
MaterialStainless Steel
Power0.25 - 0.5 kW
Voltage220 V AC
CapacityFlow rate 0 - 60 L/min
Sump Tank Capacity20 - 50 L
Back SheetPowder-coated mild steel
Electricity Supply220 V AC
FeatureMeasures pressure drop and friction factor
Country of OriginMade in India
The Fluid Friction Apparatus is a laboratory device used to study and measure frictional losses in pipes and analyze flow characteristics in both laminar and turbulent regimes. It allows students and researchers to determine pressure drop, friction factor, and velocity distribution for different fluids and pipe configurations

Rectangular and Triangular Notch Setup FM 4

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Country of OriginMade in India
MaterialStainless Steel / Acrylic / Mild Steel (as per requirement)
Weight10-15 kg (approx.)
Tank Capacity20-30 liters (approx.)
Flow MeasurementUsing measuring tank and stopwatch
FinishColor Coated

Minimum order quantity: 1 Piece

The Rectangular and Triangular Notch Setup is an essential apparatus for fluid mechanics laboratories, widely used in educational institutions for teaching and learning purposes. This setup allows students to study and analyze the flow of water over rectangular and triangular notches, helping them understand the principles of discharge, flow rate, and fluid dynamics. The apparatus is made from high-quality materials for durability and precision, ensuring accurate results during experiments.

Reynolds Number Apparatus FM 8

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MaterialMild Steel
Automation GradeManual
Usage/ApplicationDetermination of critical Reynolds number in fluid mechanics labs
ColorBlue
FinishingPowder Coated
Country of OriginMade in India

The Reynolds Number Apparatus is a laboratory setup designed to demonstrate the phenomenon of laminar, transitional, and turbulent flow of fluids through a pipe. The apparatus is based on Osborne Reynolds’ classic experiment and is widely used in fluid mechanics laboratories to visualize different flow regimes and determine the critical Reynolds number.

It consists of a transparent glass or acrylic test section, supplied with water from a constant head tank to ensure a steady flow. A fine dye injection system introduces a colored stream into the fluid, enabling direct observation of flow patterns. By controlling the flow rate with a regulating valve, the transition from laminar to turbulent flow can be clearly observed

Dead Weight Pressure Gauge Tester FM 13

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MaterialStainless Steel
Power SourceManual
Pressure0 - 250 bar
Country of OriginMade in India
Display TypeAnalog
Pressure TypeHydraulic
Dial Size100 mm / 150 mm
A Dead Weight Pressure Gauge Tester is the primary standard instrument used for calibrating pressure gauges, sensors, transmitters, and recorders. It works on the principle of balancing a known dead weight against the fluid pressure generated in a cylinder-piston arrangement. This ensures high accuracy calibration of pressure measuring devices.

Pitot Tube Setup Apparatus FM 14

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Model Name/NumberPT-101
Usage/ApplicationLaboratory
Temperature10 DegreeC - 45 DegreeC
Diameter~25-30 mm
Brandvihas
Country of OriginMade in India

The Pitot Tube Setup is a fluid mechanics laboratory apparatus used to measure fluid velocity at different points in a pipe or duct using a Pitot tube in conjunction with a differential manometer. It works on the principle of converting kinetic energy of fluid into pressure head, as formulated by Henri Pitot.

Water is supplied from a sump tank through a pump and made to flow through the test section (pipe/duct). A Pitot tube with manometer is inserted at various points across the section to measure stagnation pressure. By comparing stagnation pressure and static pressure, the velocity at that point can be calculated

Submersible Pump Test Rig FM 20

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MaterialStainless Steel
Frequency50 Hz
MotorSubmersible centrifugal pump motor
PhaseSingle Phase / Three Phase
Sump Tank Capacity150 - 300 Litres
Voltage230 V AC
Country of OriginMade in India

The Submersible Pump Test Rig is a closed-loop experimental setup designed to study the performance characteristics of a submersible centrifugal pump. The system allows students and researchers to measure and analyze the relationship between discharge, head, input power, efficiency, and speed of the pump under various operating conditions.

The rig consists of a submersible pump mounted inside a water sump, connected to a delivery pipework system equipped with flow measuring devices, pressure sensors, and throttling valves. The pump is driven through a control panel with Variable Frequency Drive (VFD), enabling variation of speed and supply frequency for affinity law studies

Kaplan Turbine Test Rig FM 24

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MaterialStainless Steel
Automation GradeSemi-Automatic
Usage/ApplicationMeasurement of efficiency
ColorBlue
FinishingSmooth
Country of OriginMade in India
Voltage220 V AC
The Kaplan Turbine Test Rig is a laboratory apparatus used to study and demonstrate the performance characteristics of Kaplan turbines under various flow and head conditions. It allows measurement of mechanical power output, efficiency, torque, and flow rate. The rig typically includes a Kaplan turbine with adjustable blades, nozzle, flow control system, and instruments for performance measurement

Open Channel Flow Apparatus FM 25

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DisplayDigital
Flow Range0.5 - 10 L/s
Brandvihas
Model Name/NumberOCF-101
Power Input0.5-1 HP
Country of OriginMade in India

The Open Channel Flow Apparatus is a laboratory setup designed to study the characteristics of flow in open channels. It allows investigation of flow patterns, measurement of discharge, determination of flow profiles, and analysis of hydraulic structures such as weirs, notches, and sluice gates.

The apparatus consists of a rectangular transparent flume/channel mounted on a rigid MS frame with tilting arrangement for slope adjustment. A sump tank and centrifugal pump provide water circulation in a closed-loop system. Flow rate is measured using a discharge measuring tank with stopwatch or by a flowmeter. Water depth at different points along the channel is measured using a point gauge/traversing hook gauge.

Hydraulic Bench Apparatus FM 15

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Brandvihas
MaterialStainless Steel
PhaseSingle Phase / Three Phase
ColorPowder-coated (typically Blue / Gray / Custom)
Voltage220 V AC
Floor Area1.0 m x 0.6 m
Valve TypesGate
Working PressuresUp to 2 - 3 bar
Net Dimensions1200 mm x 600 mm x 1000 mm
he Hydraulic Bench Apparatus is a laboratory setup used to demonstrate and study fundamental fluid mechanics principles. It allows students and researchers to conduct experiments on flow measurement, pressure distribution, velocity, and energy losses in hydraulic systems. It comes with a self-contained tank, pump, and measuring instruments, making it ideal for fluid mechanics labs.

V Notch Apparatus FM 5

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Country of OriginMade in India
MaterialStainless Steel
Tank Capacity50 - 100 Litres
ColorBlue
Power SupplySingle Phase, 220V AC
Notch Angle60 Degree / 90 Degree
The V-Notch Apparatus is used to determine the flow rate of water through an open channel using the principle of a V-notch weir. The notch is usually made at an angle (commonly 90° or 60°), and as water passes through the notch, the discharge rate can be calculated based on the head of water above the notch. This apparatus is widely used in hydraulics laboratories for studying the relationship between head and discharge, as well as for calibrating flow measurement devices
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