15 Questions
What is the main objective of the Thermal Conductivity of Insulating Powders experiment?
To determine the thermal conductivity of several insulating powders
How many test modules are there in the Thermal Conductivity of Insulating Powders Unit?
Three
What is the heating source for each test module?
200 W cartridge heater
How are the test modules fabricated?
From stainless steel cylinders
What is the range of the power control circuit's electrical output?
0 to 200 Watts
What does the instrumentation provided allow for during the experiment?
Accurate measurement of temperature and power supply
What is the purpose of the built-in thermocouple in the heater?
To prevent the heating element from burning out
Which materials are known as thermal insulators?
Mica, kaolin, and magnesium oxide
What does the conductivity of a material determine?
The heat flow through a material
What is the purpose of the control panel item 'Power transducer'?
To measure the heat input to the heater element
What is the main purpose of using thermal insulators?
To prevent heat losses from a hot body to the atmosphere
What is the material of the sheath of thermocouples?
Fiber glass
What are the dimensions of the outer cylinder of the test module?
I. D. = 102.26 mm, Thickness = 6.02 mm, Length = 185 mm
What is the voltage range for the power transducer in the control panel?
240 VAC/1 phase/50 Hz
What is used to set the maximum work in the control panel?
Temperature controller
Study Notes
Thermal Conductivity of Insulating Powders Experiment
- The main objective of the experiment is to determine the thermal conductivity of insulating powders.
Thermal Conductivity of Insulating Powders Unit
- The unit consists of multiple test modules.
- Each test module has a heating source, which is an electric heater.
Fabrication and Instrumentation
- The test modules are fabricated using a stainless steel outer cylinder and a smaller inner cylinder.
- The instrumentation provided allows for the measurement and control of temperature and power during the experiment.
Control Panel and Power Transducer
- The power control circuit's electrical output ranges from 0 to 10 volts.
- The control panel item 'Power transducer' measures the power supplied to the heater.
- The voltage range for the power transducer in the control panel is 0 to 10 volts.
- The maximum power in the control panel is set using a potentiometer.
Thermocouples and Thermal Insulators
- Thermocouples have a sheath made of stainless steel.
- The built-in thermocouple in the heater measures the temperature of the heater.
- Thermal insulators are materials that have low thermal conductivity, such as powders, fibers, and foams.
- The conductivity of a material determines its ability to conduct heat.
- The main purpose of using thermal insulators is to reduce heat transfer between objects.
Dimensions of the Test Module
- The outer cylinder of the test module has a diameter of 70 mm and a height of 120 mm.
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