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What is a draft tube?

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written 6.0 years ago by teamques10 ★ 68k

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The draft tube is an important component of a Francis turbine which influences the hydraulic performance. It is located just under the runner and allowed to decelerate the flow velocity exiting the runner, thereby converting the excess of kinetic energy into static pressure.

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