Quick Answer: The Francis Turbine is a reaction turbine whose runner is a radial impeller. Adjustable guide vanes control the water flow and direct it at an angle onto the impeller blades.
Last updated: October 2026
Key Features
Reaction turbine with a radial impeller runner
Adjustable guide vanes control the water flow through the turbine
Guide vanes direct water at an angle to the impeller blades
Clear viewing window and draft tube for watching the turbine run
Technical Specifications
Specification
Value
Type
Reaction turbine
Runner
Radial impeller
Flow control
Adjustable guide vanes
Viewing
Clear window and draft tube
About This Product
The Francis turbine shows students how a reaction machine turns the pressure and flow of water into shaft power. By changing the guide vane setting and watching the runner through the window, they see how vane angle alters the way the turbine works.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of turbine is the Francis Turbine?
It is a reaction turbine; its runner is a radial impeller and adjustable guide vanes direct the water onto the blades.
