Water Tunnel Manufacturer,Supplier and Exporter in India
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Product Code : SCL-WT-13976
Indian Lab Suppliers supplies the Water Tunnel (Product ID: 13976), part of the Water Treatment range under Water and Sanitation equipment, used for fluid dynamics, hydrodynamics, and marine engineering research.
Quick Answer
This Water Tunnel is a horizontal, closed-circuit recirculation tunnel with a 200mm x 200mm x 800mm working section, stepless flow control up to 0.9 m/s, transparent viewing windows, and a full instrumentation suite (Pitot-static probe, 10-tube manometer, dynamometer, digital flow meter, dye injection) for drag, flow visualization, cavitation, and propeller testing.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product ID | 13976 |
| Type | Closed-circuit, recirculation, horizontal water tunnel |
| Working section | 200mm x 200mm x 800mm long |
| Flow velocity | Stepless variable control, 0 to 0.9 m/s |
| Max flow rate | 1200 litres/hour |
| Tunnel water capacity | Approximately 1250 litres |
| Construction material | Stainless steel and mild steel, painted for corrosion prevention |
| Flow conditioning | Anodized aluminium honeycomb and a 3:1 (approx.) nozzle contraction ratio, to reduce turbulence |
| Observation | Transparent working-section windows, suitable for optical diagnostic techniques (e.g. LDA/PIV) |
| Tunnel drive | Bronze 3-bladed impeller, 100mm diameter, driven by a 2.5kW variable-speed DC motor, max speed 3000 RPM |
| Propeller testing | Stainless steel 3-bladed model propeller (100mm diameter) with a strain-gauge dynamometer (25N thrust, 2.5Nm torque capacity) |
| Measurement tools | Pitot-static probe, 10-tube multi-tube manometer (500mm), differential electronic pressure transducer with digital readout, digital flow meter, dye injection flow-visualization system |
| Other components | Particle filter, model support/incidence system, inlet/outlet flow control valves |
| Models included | Flat plate and cylinder |
| Overall dimensions | Approximately 4m long x 2m high x 1m wide |
| Electric supply | 440V, 3-phase, 50Hz |
| Options | Photo recording equipment and a PC-based data acquisition system, available on request |
Where This Unit Is Used
The Water Tunnel is used in civil and marine engineering laboratories to teach hydrodynamics, drag, cavitation, and propeller performance principles, forming part of a broader range of water treatment equipment such as the Hydrological Cycle Apparatus.
Why Buy from Indian Lab Suppliers
Indian Lab Suppliers is an India-based equipment manufacturer and exporter supplying the Water Tunnel alongside its broader Water and Sanitation catalog, with documentation such as a Certificate of Origin available on request for institutional and export orders.
Frequently Asked Questions
What experiments does this water tunnel support?
Pressure distribution and drag measurement on submerged bodies, flow visualization and cavitation studies, ship propeller testing (thrust, torque, rotational speed), and wake velocity profiling.
What is the working section size and flow range?
A 200mm x 200mm x 800mm working section with stepless flow control from 0 to 0.9 m/s and a maximum flow rate of 1200 litres/hour.
What instrumentation is included?
A Pitot-static probe, a 10-tube multi-tube manometer, a differential electronic pressure transducer, a digital flow meter, and a dye injection system for flow visualization.
Can propeller performance be tested?
Yes, using a stainless steel 3-bladed model propeller with a strain-gauge dynamometer measuring thrust (up to 25N) and torque (up to 2.5Nm) at speeds up to 3000 RPM.
Do you supply this equipment for institutional or export orders outside India?
Yes. Indian Lab Suppliers quotes equipment for institutional and tender buyers across export markets — see the Tenders page for documentation requirements.
Related Categories
Sanitation & Hygiene · Water and Sanitation · Water Testing · Pump Riser Pipe · Water Distribution-Fittings
Request a Quote
For pricing, bulk quantities or tender documentation on the Water Tunnel, reach our team via Contact Us or submit your requirement through our Tenders page.
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