Whirling of Shaft Demonstrator

Description: The set up is designed to study the whirling of shafts. The set-up consists of a sturdy frame, bearing holders, variable speed motor etc. to drive the shaft along with speed control unit. Different bearing can be fitted in bearing block to have different end conditions i.e. (i) Both end fixed (ii) One end free and one end fixed etc.

Technical Details :

Test Shafts

Length        :          1000 mm each Diameter    :          3.2,4.8 & 6.4 mm (approx.) Quantity     :          Two each.

Kinematic coupling bearing for fixed or free ends without restraint.

Drive motor, 5000 rpm, FHP

Experimentation: Display of various modes of whirl for a shaft with Both ends directionally fixed. One ends fixed and other free Both ends directionally free. Modes of vibrations can be studied and frequency can be measured Utilities Required : Floor area of 2m x 0.5m. Electricity Supply 230 V AC, Single Phase, 0.5 kW. Digital Tachometer