Accumulator Vessels
80 litre accumulator vertical GWS PWB-80LV
- Established 1975
- Trusted by thousands of customers
Accumulators – Low Water Flow Applications
Water pressure and flow is not constant and demand during busy morning and evening periods may reduce water pressure in the mains network. Accumulators help solve this issue by holding water volumes under static/resting pressure.
No matter what the pressure is in the mains network, the plumbing of the water pipes from the road to inside your home may substantially reduce that pressure and flow by the time it gets to your taps.
Imagine a tennis ball leaving the racket, The further the ball travels, the slower and less power it has. The air resistance is slowing the ball. The ball is the water and the air your water pipes so you can see the longer the run, the less power. With an accumulator we store all the power at point of use i.e. the ball power just after if leaves the racket head. The significant increase is easy to understand.
Properties that have a shared supply are more likely to experience low water pressure and flows especially in peak times.
If your mains pressure isn’t above 2 bar static/resting we also recommend a pressure boosting pump to bring this up to 3 to 4 bar.
DAB ACF1 booster Pump –
Order today and experience a powerful taps again.
Upstream Kits –
More about this product
With a chlorine resistant 100% butyl diaphragm, incorporating a precision molded polypropylene liner the GWS series tanks offer superior air and water separation.
The CAD-2 diaphragm and liner assembly containing drawdown water are sealed together with a positive lock internal clench ring. An ‘air buffer’ prevents the water chamber from being in contact with the tank wall in order to minimize condensation issues.
Constructed with FDA compliant high-grade butyl and polypropylene, the diaphragm assembly seals water in a true non-corrosive chamber. The air chmaber is sealed with fixed o-ring and closed cell foam which will ensure years of leak free operation and eliminate the need for regular servicing.
The exterior comprises a two-part polyurethane paint finish over an epoxy undercoating which guarantees hundreds of hours of UV and salt spray protection.
All GWS products are quality tested throughout the production process to ensure their structural integrity.
Accumulators are not a new concept and have been used in many applications worldwide such as ships, aircraft, farms and well as commerical pump sets.
Uses –
- 1 to 2 bedroom house – 60 litre,100 litre or 200 litre
- 2 to 3 bedroom thouse – 200 litre, 250 litre or 300 litre
- 3 bedrooms and above – 300 litre or 450 litre
-
manual PDFDownload
-
data sheet PDFDownload
-
Dimensions PDFDownload
Standard delivery:
Standard delivery is free on most orders. Some items may incur a delivery charge depending on weight, size or value. Any applicable charge will be displayed at checkout.
Deliveries will typically be made between 7am and 6pm, Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays).
Next day delivery:
Next working day delivery is available for a £16.50 + VAT delivery charge.
Orders must be placed before 12 noon to qualify for next working day delivery. Orders placed after 12 noon on Thursday but before noon on Friday will be delivered the following Monday. Orders placed after 12 noon on Friday will be delivered on Tuesday.
Pallet/Large/Difficult items:
Some large, heavy or difficult to transport items may incur an additional delivery charge. Please contact us for a delivery quote before ordering.
You may also need
The WaterBoost WB-Compact 4.5 ACF1 is a compact floor-mounted variable speed pump designed to charge external accumulator vessels to up to 4.5 bar. If your…
Related products
Refix DE Non-flowed through diaphragm expansion tank for water supply installations that are not subject to DIN 1988, e.g. fire extinguishing and service water systems,…
GWS 80 litre FlowThru Steel GFU-80LV The FlowThru™ range of tanks is ideally suited for systems where the water stored in the tank is not…
GWS HeatWave HeatWave™ tanks are the quality solution for hydronic expansion. HeatWave™ tanks are built to the same stringent standards as the PressureWave™ and…
20 litre vertical expansion vessel with 1 BSP male connection.
Lowara horizontal expansion vessel. The pressure vessel is designed to provide a storage facility and pressure reservoir for water at temperatures up to 70oC.
8 litre vertical expansion vessel with 0.5 BSP male connection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions about the 80 litre accumulator vertical GWS PWB-80LV. 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 an accumulator tank?
An accumulator tank is a pressurised vessel that connects directly to the mains supply and stores water under pressure. When a tap or shower opens, water discharges immediately from the vessel at full mains pressure rather than drawing only from the street main. This delivers stronger, more consistent flow at peak times. Accumulators have no pump and no moving parts so they are maintenance free and silent.
When should I use an accumulator instead of a pump?
An accumulator is the right solution when static mains pressure is adequate – above 2 bar – but flow is poor or drops during peak demand. It boosts available flow without adding a pump, energy use or noise. If static pressure is below 2 bar, a booster pump is needed instead, or an accumulator combined with a charge pump such as the WaterBoost ACF1.
What size accumulator do I need?
Accumulators are typically sized on a 60 per cent usable rule – a 300 litre vessel delivers around 180 litres of boosted water per cycle. As a guide, a 2 to 3 bedroom home suits a 300 litre vessel such as the GWS GCB-300LV. Larger 4 to 5 bedroom homes or properties with multiple bathrooms typically need 450 to 600 litres. Vertical models save floor space, horizontal models suit lofts and roof spaces.