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Thermal Expansion Tank 2 gal

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Thermal Expansion Tank 2 gal

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Overview

The Thermal Expansion Absorber is an expansion tank with a butyl diaphragm. The Thermal Expansion Tank controls pressure build-up in the system, eliminates relief valve spillage, protects fixtures and extends water heater life.

Features

  • Heavy duty butyl rubber diaphragm (FDA approved) isolates water from air.
  • Polypropylene liner, 100% non-metallic, non-corrosive water reservoir.
  • Prevents water hammer.
  • Maintenance free.
  • Protects water heater from harmful pressure cycling.
  • Allows storage of expanded water with no increase in system pressures.
  • Prevents backflow when supply pressure falls below system pressure.

Product Specifications

Hazmat Information
UN 1956 COMPRESSED GAS, N.O.S.,(air with up to 15% helium), 2.2
Maximum Safe Operating Pressure (psi)
150 psi
Maximum Safe Operating Pressure (kPa)
1034 kPa
Weight (lb)
5 lb
Weight (kg)
2.27 kg
Materials
Steel shell; Brass connection; Polypylene liner; Butyl diaphragm
Comments
Potable
Item Type
Product
Operating Temperature Range (F)
200 F Maximum
Operating Temperature Range (C)
93 C Maximum
Approvals, Others
NSF/ANSI 61 & 372; IAPMO
Connection Size (in.)
3/4 in.
Connection Type
Male NPT
Diameter (in.)
8 in.
Diameter (mm)
203.2 mm
Volume (gal)
2.0 gal
Volume (L)
7.6 L
Maximum Acceptance Volume (gal)
0.9 gal
Maximum Acceptance Volume (L)
3.41 L
Height (in.)
12 5/8 in.
Height (mm)
321 mm
Precharge (psi)
40 psi