Mechanical Engineering - Hydraulic Machines - Discussion

Discussion Forum : Hydraulic Machines - Section 3 (Q.No. 32)
32.
A turbine is required to develop 1500 kW at 300 r.p.m. under a head of 150 m. Which of the following turbine should be used ?
Pelton wheel with one nozzle
Pelton wheel with two or more nozzles
Kaplan turbine
Francis turbine
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Deepak said:   9 years ago
The correct option is D. Francis turbine.

Because Francis turbine is a medium head and medium specific speed turbine. For Francis turbine head range is 60 - 250 m and specific speed vary from 60 - 300 rpm.

Kaplan turbine is used for head below 60 m and specific speed ranges as 300 - 1000 rpm.

Veerendar mood said:   9 years ago
Option should be Kaplan Turbine since its specific speed is 700.


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