FM-1849-36A Water Hammer Apparatus

Experiments

  • To visualize the effect of a water hammer.

  • Mitigation of water hammer effects.

  • Examination of mitigation based on chimney diameter.

  • Calculation of energy losses in pipes.

Specifications

  • The Pipe used for the water hammer experiment is made of PVC pipe, with fittings capable of withstanding produced high pressure.

  • Transparent material to visualize water hammer effect.

  • Different diameter of surge pipe to study the effect of crosssectional area on water hammer.

  • Used to create sudden stops in water flow.

  • Manual controlled for precise operation.

The Water Hammer Unit is an educational apparatus designed for demonstrating and studying the water hammer phenomenon, which occurs in pipelines when a liquid in motion is forced to stop or change direction suddenly, causing a pressure surge or wave. This apparatus allows students to visualize and measure the effects of water hammer in a controlled environment.