Lab 5 - Minor Losses

Question 1

Purpose of this lab

Answer 1

the minor loss through a 90◦ bend, a 90◦
elbow, a sudden contraction,
a sudden enlargement, and a globe valve are examined.

Question 2

Why was the globe valve the entrance with the highest minor loss?

Answer 2

It’s K value, minor loss coefficient, was by far the highest of 10

Question 3

minor losses due to 4 energy losses in:

Answer 3

1. Pipe entrances and exits
2. Expansions or contractions
3. Bends, elbows, tees and other fittings
4. Valves

Question 4

5 types of standard fittings for this lab

Answer 4

90 degree bend (15), 90 degree elbow (22), a sudden contraction (3), a sudden enlargement (16) and a globe valve (20)