Dufon Journal Bearing Apparatus

Dufon Journal Bearing Apparatus

The Equipment shall have following test facility:
1) Simple Demonstrations
Observation of the pressure profile at the various conditions of load and speed

2) Experimental Investigation
After noting the pressure profile for any chosen conditions the following analysis may be conducted. Plotting the Cartesian and polar pressure curves

Parts/Component Details:
1) Journal 50 mm diameter (Nominal)
2) Bearing 55 mm diameter
3) Weights 4 adjustable weights.
4) Recommended oil SAE 10
5) DC Motor with speed 150-1500 rev/min in both the directions.
6) Suitable speed Control Unit is provided along with apparatus.
7) Manometer Panel 16 tubes mounted on a wooden backboard