The channel is equipped with a PVC inlet tank, and is developed for free discharge into the Hydraulics Bench. The is a compact open channel flume that is available in 2.5 m or 5.0 m lengths, with clean acrylic sides to the working part for complete visibility of the flow. The inlet tank includes a stilling arrangement to spread the water flow out before to entry into the channel for ensuring smooth uniform flow. Bed pressure tappings & fixing points for models are provided. A longitudinal scale set at the top of the channel allows depth gauges & Pitot-static tubes to be precisely located along the channel length. The level in the working part of the flume is controlled utilizing an overshot weir at the discharge end. The offered flume is mounted on a hard framework, and can be tilted by utilize of a calibrated screw jack that allows exact slope adjustment of the channel.
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