10 bar steel pressure tank for your booster pump set
The PressureWave pressure tank from Global Water Solutions keeps the pressure in your system stable and reduces pump starts. Q-Tech integrates it into your pre-assembled plant room, connected and tested in our workshop alongside the pump.
Summary
| Type | Steel diaphragm pressure tank |
|---|---|
| Brand and model | Global Water Solutions PressureWave, from PWB-8LX to PWB-130LV |
| Use | Booster pump sets, thermal expansion, irrigation and water hammer |
| Maximum pressure | 10 bar |
| Operating temperature | From −10 °C (avoid freezing) to 90 °C |
| Formats | Inline (8 and 24 L), vertical (60 to 130 L) and horizontal (20 and 60 L) |
| Connection | 1" BSPT male (inline and horizontal) or 1" BSPP female (vertical) |
| Q-Tech installation | Integrated and tested in our workshop as part of your plant room |
What is the PressureWave?
The PressureWave from Global Water Solutions is a steel pressure tank with a butyl diaphragm and polypropylene liner that separate the water from the pre-charged air. It handles 10 bar and up to 90 °C. It comes in three formats: inline, hung from the pipe; vertical, on its stand; and horizontal, to mount the pump on top.
What problem does it solve?
Every pump start wears the motor and the pressure switch. A correctly sized tank stores water under pressure and reduces those starts, and the pressure at the taps stays stable.
With the wrong format, the tank does not fit in the plant room or needs extra brackets. The PressureWave comes inline, vertical or horizontal with the same pressure and temperature ratings.
Technical data
| Manufacturer | Global Water Solutions |
|---|---|
| Series | PressureWave |
| Shell | Carbon steel with dual-layer polyurethane paint, almond colour |
| Diaphragm | High-grade butyl |
| Liner | Virgin polypropylene |
| Water connection | Stainless steel, patented by the manufacturer |
| Air valve | Cap sealed with an O-ring |
| Stand | Reinforced engineered thermoplastic (vertical and horizontal) |
| Maximum working pressure | 10 bar |
| Factory pre-charge | 1.9 bar (check the value on the packaging) |
| Operating temperature | From −10 °C (avoid freezing) to 90 °C |
| Certifications | CE, WRAS, WaterMark, KC, WQA and DM174, according to the manufacturer; manufactured under ISO 9001:2015 |
Models and data by variant
| Model | Format | Volume | Connection | Height | Diameter | Gross weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PWB-8LX | Inline | 8 L | 1" BSPT | 314 mm | 202 mm | 2.5 kg |
| PWB-24LX | Inline | 24 L | 1" BSPT | 447 mm | 290 mm | 5.6 kg |
| PWB-60LV | Vertical | 60 L | 1" BSPP | 619 mm | 389 mm | 11.5 kg |
| PWB-80LV | Vertical | 80 L | 1" BSPP | 815 mm | 389 mm | 16.6 kg |
| PWB-100LV | Vertical | 100 L | 1" BSPP | 805 mm | 430 mm | 20.1 kg |
| PWB-130LV | Vertical | 130 L | 1" BSPP | 1,073 mm | 430 mm | 27.2 kg |
| Model | Format | Volume | Connection | Gross weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PWB-20LH | Horizontal | 20 L | 1" BSPT | 5.1 kg |
| PWB-60LH | Horizontal | 60 L | 1" BSPT | 11.7 kg |
Compatibility and limits
- Up to 10 bar and 90 °C: these are the limits set by the manufacturer.
- Inline models hang from the pipe by their connection; vertical and horizontal models stand on their base.
- Set the pre-charge before filling, according to the pump's cut-in pressure (manufacturer's manual).
- Avoid freezing: the minimum operating temperature is −10 °C.
When this product is not the right choice
| Product | When to choose it | Maximum pressure | Maximum temperature |
|---|---|---|---|
| C2-Lite CAD (composite) | Cold water in damp plant rooms or near the sea, with no metal shell | 8.6 bar | 49 °C |
| Challenger (steel) | Large volumes, from 200 to 450 L | 10 bar | 90 °C |
To compare with other brands, see the Pressure tanks collection.
Frequently asked questions
Which format should I choose?
Inline to hang it from the pipe where space is tight; vertical for 60 to 130 L; horizontal to mount the pump on top.
What volume do I need?
It depends on the pump's flow rate and on how many starts per hour its motor allows. We help you size it in a remote technical call.
Can it take hot water?
Yes. The manufacturer rates it up to 90 °C and lists it for thermal expansion too.
What is the delivery time?
We have it in stock at our warehouse. If no units are left, we will order it urgently and let you know the lead time.
How do I set the pre-charge?
With the tank empty, following the manufacturer's manual linked below.
Q-Tech installation and support
Q-Tech integrates the PressureWave into your pre-assembled plant room, tested in our workshop with the pump and control panel: it arrives on site ready to connect. More information at Advanced Pre-Assembly.
If your booster set is already installed, book the on-site hourly Expert Technician or a remote technical call. More tanks in Pressure tanks.
Documentation
- Global Water Solutions pressure tank installation manual (in Spanish)
- PressureWave page on the manufacturer's website
Availability and lead times: this item is in stock at our warehouse. Occasionally, depending on the time of year, the stock update may contain an error. If no units are available when you place your order, we will order it urgently and inform you immediately of the updated delivery time.