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Experiment No. 1
Introduction of Basic Hydraulic Bench

Objective(s)
The objective of this experiment is to introduce the procedure in operating and significance of hydraulic bench in
conducting hydraulic experiments, and the principle of volumetric flow rate measurement using the same.

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

At the end of the meeting the student shall be able to:
a) State the fundamental parts of the Hydraulic bench.
b) Identify the fundamental parts of the Hydraulic bench.
c) Operate the hydraulic bench in measuring volumetric flow rate.

Discussion
The HM 150 series of devices permits a varied experimental cross-section in the fundamentals of fluid

Figure 1 Technical Description of Basic Hydraulics Bench HM

150
mechanics. The base module HM 150 provides the basic equipment for individual experiments: the supply of water in
the closed circuit; the determination of volumetric flow rate and the positioning of the experimental unit on the working
surface of the base module and the collection of dripping water.

The closed water circuit consists of the underlying storage tank with a powerful submersible pump and the measuring
tank arranged above, in which the returning water is collected. The measuring tank is stepped,

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for larger and smaller volumetric flow rates. A measuring beaker is used for very small volumetric flow rates. The
volumetric flow rates are measured using a stopwatch. The top work surface enables the various experimental units to
be easily and safely positioned (G.U.N.T. - Equipment for engineering education - HM 150, 2005).

Table 1 Parts of Basic Hydraulics Bench HM 150

Legend Item Legend Item

1 Sump tank 7 Switch

2 Sliding valve 8 Overflow pipe

3 Remote sight gauge 9 Flow control valve

4 Volumetric measuring tank with channel 10 Water supply connection for accessories with
pump

5 Water supply connection for accessories 11 Submersible motor driven pump

without pump

6 Discharge cap 12 Drain cock

Note. From “Basic Hydraulics Bench HM 150,” by G.U.N.T, 2005, p. 1. Reprinted with permission.

Resource(s)
1 unit Basic Hydraulics Bench HM 150
Basic Hydraulics Bench HM 150 Accessories
Water Supply
Power Supply
1 unit Stopwatch

Procedure
Operating
1. Set up the hydraulic bench on an even surface.
2. Fill the sump tank with water until the water level is 10 cm below edge of sump tank.
3. Connect the apparatus to an electric power supply.
4. Screw the discharge cap or a hose at the end of the discharge pipe.
5. Turn on the main power switch.
6. Turn on pump.
7. Open flow adjustment valve carefully.
Volumetric Flow rate Determination
1. To do so, use stopwatch to establish time (t) required for raising the level in the volumetric tank of the HM 150
from 20 L to 30 L.
2. Close the outlet valve.
3. Read the actual volume at the remote sight gauge.

Note. The volumetric flow rate (Q) is calculated by the expression,

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𝐶ℎ𝑎𝑛𝑔𝑒 𝑖𝑛 𝑉𝑜𝑙𝑢𝑚𝑒 ∆𝑉
𝑄= = (1)
𝐶ℎ𝑎𝑛𝑔𝑒 𝑖𝑛 𝑇𝑖𝑚𝑒 ∆𝑡

and use gravitational acceleration (g) equal to 9.81 m/s2 and density of water (ρ) equal to 998 kg/m3.

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Course: Experiment No.: 1

Group No.: 3 Section:
Group Leader:. Date Performed:
Group Members: Date Submitted:
Instructor:

Data
Table 2 Data of Volumetric Flow Rate Measurement
Trial Change in Volume, ∆V (m3) Time, t (sec) Flow Rate, Q (m3/s)

1 0.01 8.23 𝐦𝟑
𝟏. 𝟐𝟏𝟓𝐱𝟏𝟎−𝟑
𝐬
2 0.01 5.68 𝐦𝟑
𝟏. 𝟕𝟓𝟗𝐱𝟏𝟎−𝟑
𝐬
3 0.01 12.95 𝐦𝟑
−𝟒
𝟕. 𝟕𝟐𝟐𝐱𝟏𝟎
𝐬
Average 𝐦𝟑
4.055x𝟏𝟎−𝟒 𝐬

FlowSchematicDiagramof BasicHydraulicBenchHM150

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Computation

Observation

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Conclusion

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