Computerized Heat Transfer in Natural Convection Apparatus

Description

Convection heat transfer occurs by the movement of fluid particles. If the motion of fluid particles occurs by the variation of density of the fluid due to temperature difference, then the heat transfer process is called free or natural convection. The apparatus consists of a vertical stainless steel tube enclosed in a rectangular duct; front side of the duct is made of transparent section to facilitate visual observation. An electrical heating element embedded in a copper tube acts as the heat source. The surface temperature is measured at different heights using thermocouples. The surface of the tube is polished to minimize radiation losses. A voltmeter and an ammeter enable the determination of wattage dissipated by the heater.

Experiments you can perform

1. Determine the heat transfer coefficient in natural convection
2. Compare the experimental value with the value from empirical correlations

Features

• Extensive range of Experiments
• Comprehensive teaching manual
• Three-year warranty
• Aesthetically designed and finished Rig
• High Quality instrumentation