Curved Beam Apparatus

Order Code: 25269623.2

Category: General Lab Equipment V

Curved Beam Apparatus



SPECIFICATION

Key Features:

  • Designed for investigation of deflection in curved and davit structures
  • Demonstrates behavior of:
    • Quarter circle
    • Semicircle
    • Curved davit
    • Angled davit
  • Measures both vertical and horizontal deflection
  • Enables study of elastic bending and comparison of elastic behavior
  • High-precision measurement using digital deflection indicators

Experiments & Topics Covered:

  • Effect of loads on vertical and horizontal deflection of:
    • Quarter Circle
    • Semicircle
    • Curved Davit
    • Angled Davit
  • Elastic bending analysis
  • Comparison of elastic deformation in different structures

Standard Features:

  • Supplied with comprehensive User Guide (theory, experiments, and sample results)
  • Back plate with dual deflection indicators mounted at 90°
  • Magnetic base indicators for flexible positioning
  • Complete setup with all required accessories

Technical Specifications:

Test Structures:

  • Quarter Circle:
    • Material: Aluminium (Grade HE30)
    • Size: 3/4” × 1/8”
    • Radius: 148.5 mm
  • Semicircle:
    • Material: Aluminium (Grade HE30)
    • Size: 3/4” × 1/8”
    • Radius: 148.5 mm
  • Curved Davit:
    • Material: Aluminium (Grade HE30)
    • Size: 3/4” × 1/8”
    • Radius: 73.5 mm
  • Angled Davit:
    • Material: Aluminium (Grade HE30)
    • Size: 3/4” × 1/8”
    • Angle: 135°

Base & Mounting:

  • Back Plate: 3 mm Mild Steel
  • Fixing Block and Clamp Plate included

Deflection Measurement System:

  • Two industrial digital deflection indicators mounted at 90°
  • Resolution: 0.01 mm
  • Measuring Range: 12.7 mm
  • Accuracy: ±0.02 mm
  • Data Output: Yes
  • Magnetic base for adjustable positioning

Accessories Included:

  • Two mass hangers
  • Set of 25 × 20 g weights
  • Hexagon tool
  • Vernier caliper
  • Storage tray

Compatibility:

  • Fits to Structures Test Frame and HUB

Dimensions & Weight:

  • Assembled Size: approx. 280 mm (L) × 125 mm (W) × 480 mm (H)
  • Weight: approx. 6 kg

Packaging Details:

  • Packed Volume: approx. 0.04 m³
  • Packed Weight: approx. 7 kg

Environmental Conditions:

  • Storage Temperature: –25°C to +55°C
  • Operating Temperature: +5°C to +40°C
  • Operating Relative Humidity:
    • 80% at temperatures ≤31°C
    • Decreasing linearly to 50% at 40°C

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