Powertank CAT5 Kiosk Booster System
The Powertank CAT5 Kiosk Booster System is a single-pump 15 litre CAT5 booster set with a type AB air gap for Fluid Category 5. It suits bin stores, bib taps, irrigation, window cleaning or any CAT5 application.
A robust IP54 GRP kiosk with a full opening, hinged, lockable door houses the set, and all mechanical and electrical connections terminate outside it. You can mount it on a wall or floor, internally or externally, and a 230 V AC frost heater is available as an option.
| Model | Code | Tank | Power | Flow | Size (L × W × H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15ltr CAT 5 Kiosk Fixed Speed | 2603330 | 15 L | 0.30 kW / 0.5 HP | 25 l/min at 1 bar – 8 l/min at 3 bar | 320 × 528 × 872 mm |
Fixed speed peripheral pump, 240 V 50 Hz, 2 m mains cable with a 13 A fused plug. ½″ BSP inlet and outlet, ¾″ overflow.
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The Powertank CAT5 Kiosk Booster System is a single-pump 15 litre CAT5 booster set with a type AB air gap, delivering up to 25 l/min…
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions about the Powertank CAT5 Kiosk Booster System. For technical specifications, see the product details above; for sizing or installation advice, contact our team. If you have any other questions, we're happy to help.
What is a mains pressure boosting system?
A mains pressure boosting system increases the pressure and flow of water from the incoming mains supply into a property. It typically combines a pump and a storage or expansion tank, drawing water from the mains and delivering it to taps, showers and appliances at a stronger, more consistent pressure. They are used where the incoming mains is too weak to serve modern outlets reliably.
When do I need a mains booster pump?
You normally need a mains booster if static mains pressure is below 1.5 to 2 bar, if showers run weakly when other taps are open, or if combi boilers struggle to deliver hot water. Anglian Pumping recommends checking static pressure at the stop tap before specifying a system, then choosing a model rated for the number of bathrooms and outlets in the property.
What size mains booster do I need for my home?
Sizing depends on the number of bathrooms, the type of fittings and the static mains pressure. As a guide, a 1 to 2 bathroom property with combi boiler or single shower often needs 1.6 to 3 bar boost. A 2 to 3 bathroom property typically needs 3 to 4.5 bar with an integral break tank. Larger homes need a tank-and-pump system such as the DAB Esybox with Esytank or a Powertank set.
What is a water booster pump?
A water booster pump increases the pressure of an existing water supply to give stronger flow at taps, showers and appliances. It can be a small inline pump fitted to the incoming mains, or a larger pump and tank set that draws from a break tank to feed the whole house. Boosters do not create water – they raise the pressure of the water already coming in.
What is the difference between an inline booster and a tank-and-pump booster?
An inline booster connects straight onto the incoming mains and is limited to 12 litres per minute under UK water regulations – examples include the Salamander HomeBoost and WaterBoost WB-Compact. A tank-and-pump booster, such as the Grundfos Home Booster or DAB Esybox with Esytank, draws from a break tank and can deliver much higher flow rates for larger homes with multiple bathrooms.
What is a variable speed booster pump?
A variable speed booster uses an inverter to adjust pump speed in real time to match demand. It maintains constant pressure as outlets open and close, runs more quietly than a fixed-speed pump and typically saves up to 50 per cent of the energy a fixed-speed equivalent would use. The DAB Esybox, DAB Esybox Mini 3 and Grundfos Scala2 are common variable speed examples.