Water Pump Accumulator Tank
Description
These water accumulator or bladder tanks are perfect for use with 12v and 24v diaphragm water pumps and help to reduce pump cycling which can sometimes lead to burnt out pressure switches. Incorporating a bladder tank will result in a more stable water delivery pressure.
Water Diaphragm Tank Accumulator
An accumulator tank contains a bladder of pressurised air which stores pump energy and returns this energy when your tap is turned on. The advantage to an accumulator tank is that water can be delivered to the tap under pressure without needing to start the pump. What is means is water delivery is smoother and pump cycling from on to off is reduced.
An accumulator helps to reduce water pressure spikes as the pump start up pressure is 'absorbed' by the accumulators bladder.
If your system has a leak and the pump would normally cycle on and off continuously, the bladder tank will help to reduce this cycling. When the pump turns on, some of its energy is transferred into compressing the air bladder. When the pump turns off, this stored energy is available to displace the water from the tank down the line to the user.
Accumulator Tank Features
- Simple poly design avoids corrosion in marine environments
- Helps to deliver stable water pressure and remove pressure spikes
- Reduces pump cycling
- Compact design fits in tight spaces
- Quick screw fittings makes for easy installation.
- Strong mounting arrangement molded into the tank with rubber cushins
- Low maintenance requirements
- 12 month warranty
Specifications | Value |
---|---|
Volume |
0.75 L |
Max. Pressure |
125 PSI |
Pre-charge Pressure |
10 PSI |
Set Pressure | Suggested 3 PSI below pump cut in pressure |
Connections |
1/2" male BSP Threaded connections w/ 2 x 10mm hose barb tails |
Air Recharge | Common Schrader style valve |
Dimensions |
199x127x105mm |
Weight |
<1 kg |
Warranty | 12 Months |