Powertank CAT5 Kiosk Booster System
Powertank CAT5 Kiosk Booster System – 15ltr
- Established 1975
- Trusted by thousands of customers
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 at 1 bar and 8 l/min at 3 bar.
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 you can mount it on a wall or floor, inside or outside.
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Product overview
The Powertank CAT5 Kiosk Booster System is a single-pump CAT5 booster set with a 15 litre polyethylene tank and a type AB air gap for Fluid Category 5. Its fixed speed 0.30 kW peripheral pump delivers 25 l/min at 1 bar, 16 l/min at 2 bar and 8 l/min at 3 bar on a 240 V 50 Hz supply.
A robust IP54 GRP enclosure with a full opening, hinged, lockable door houses the whole set. You can mount it on a wall or floor, internally or externally, and all mechanical and electrical connections terminate outside the kiosk: ½″ BSP inlet and outlet, a ¾″ overflow and a 20 mm electrical entry. It arrives with a 2 m mains cable and a 13 A fused plug, and a 230 V AC frost heater is available as an option.
Key features
Typical applications
Performance
| Pressure | 1 bar | 2 bar | 3 bar | 4 bar | 5 bar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flow (l/min) | 25 | 16 | 8 | – | – |
Fixed speed peripheral pump: 0.30 kW / 0.5 HP, 2.3 A.
Technical specifications
| Brand / Series | Powertank — CAT5 Kiosk |
| Model | 15ltr CAT 5 Kiosk Fixed Speed |
| Stock code | 2603330 |
| Pumps | 1 × fixed speed peripheral pump |
| Motor power (P2) | 0.30 kW / 0.5 HP |
| Current | 2.3 A |
| Power supply | 240 V 50 Hz single-phase |
| Mains cable | 2 m, fitted with a 13 A fused plug |
| Performance | 25 l/min at 1 bar, 16 l/min at 2 bar, 8 l/min at 3 bar |
| Tank | 15 litre polyethylene |
| Air gap | Type AB (Fluid Category 5) |
| Enclosure | IP54 GRP, full opening hinged lockable door |
| Inlet | ½″ BSP |
| Outlet | ½″ BSP |
| Overflow | ¾″ |
| Electrical entry | 20 mm |
| Pressure rating | 8 bar |
| Ambient temperature | 40 °C |
| Mounting | Wall or floor, internal or external |
| Frost heater | Optional, 230 V AC |
| Dimensions | L 320 × W 528 × H 872 mm |
| Weight | 32 kg |
| Weight when full | 1 litre = 1 kg, plus the weight of the empty tank |
Installation checklist
Frequently asked questions
What is a CAT5 AB air gap?
A type AB air gap gives Fluid Category 5 backflow protection, for applications that need increased protection such as food washing and packing stations, abattoirs, hygienic rooms, surgeries and laboratories.
What flow and pressure does it give?
25 l/min at 1 bar, 16 l/min at 2 bar and 8 l/min at 3 bar.
Can I install it outside?
Yes. You can mount it on a wall or floor, internally or externally, and the kiosk is IP54 rated.
Is a frost heater available?
Yes, as an option. The frost heater runs on 230 V AC.
How does it plug in?
It comes with a 2 m mains cable fitted with a 13 A fused plug, for a 240 V 50 Hz supply.
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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions about the Powertank CAT5 Kiosk Booster System – 15ltr. 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.