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Osculati 0.75 L Accumulator Tank for Clark Pump Watermakers
This compact Osculati accumulator tank is used by BlueGold in low-pressure feed circuits for Clark pump watermakers and small marine reverse osmosis systems.
In a compact energy-recovery watermaker, the feed pump does not simply move water from one place to another. It must supply the prefilters and the Clark pump with a stable, predictable flow of seawater. Pulsations, rapid pressure changes and frequent pump cycling can make the system noisier and less smooth in operation.
An accumulator tank helps by providing a small pressurised volume in the low-pressure circuit. This can reduce pulsations, smooth the feed-water flow and make the whole system behave more steadily during operation.
Why We Use an Accumulator Tank with Clark Pump Systems
Clark pump watermakers are efficient because they recover energy from the brine side of the system, but they also work with a characteristic pressure cycle. On the feed side, a small accumulator tank can help stabilise the low-pressure circuit and reduce unnecessary stress on the feed pump.
This is especially useful in compact 12 V systems using diaphragm feed pumps, where a smoother flow can improve comfort, reduce noise and make operation more predictable.
- Smoother feed-water flow: helps reduce pressure pulsations in the low-pressure circuit.
- Reduced pump cycling: useful with automatic diaphragm feed pumps.
- Quieter operation: helps absorb rapid pressure changes and vibration in the line.
- Compact size: easy to install in small machinery spaces.
- DIY-friendly component: suitable for new builds, upgrades and replacement work.
- Useful in Clark pump layouts: a practical component for compact energy-recovery watermakers.
Typical Installation Position
In a small Clark pump watermaker, the accumulator tank is normally installed on the low-pressure feed side, after the feed pump and before the downstream components that need a stable supply.
A typical simplified layout is:
Seawater intake → sea strainer → feed pump → accumulator tank → prefilters → Clark pump / RO system
The exact position can vary depending on the system layout, available space and hose routing. The accumulator should be installed where it can work effectively without creating unnecessary restrictions or high points where air can collect.
Technical Highlights
| Feature | Osculati Accumulator Tank |
|---|---|
| Type | Accumulator / expansion tank for pressurised water circuits |
| Volume | 0.75 litres |
| Material | ABS |
| Maximum pressure | 8.6 bar |
| Connections | 1/2″ |
| Included hose tails | 2 × 13 mm |
| Typical BlueGold use | Low-pressure feed circuit stabilisation in compact Clark pump watermakers |
For DIY Watermaker Builders
This accumulator tank is a useful component for DIY builders working on compact energy-recovery watermakers, especially systems based on a Clark pump and a small automatic feed pump.
It can help make the feed side of the installation more forgiving and more stable, particularly where the system uses short hoses, compact filters and limited installation space.
Do not use the accumulator tank to compensate for a badly designed suction line. The feed pump still needs a clean sea strainer, an airtight suction side, correctly sized hoses and properly maintained filters.
Installation Recommendations
- Install the accumulator tank on the low-pressure feed side of the system.
- Keep the hose routing clean and avoid unnecessary elbows.
- Use correctly sized hoses and fittings.
- Make sure all suction-side fittings before the feed pump are airtight.
- Install the tank where it is protected from mechanical damage.
- Do not exceed the maximum pressure rating.
- Flush the system with fresh water after seawater use according to the watermaker procedure.
- Inspect hoses and connections regularly.
When to Replace or Add One
Consider adding or replacing an accumulator tank if your compact watermaker has noticeable feed-pump pulsing, frequent pump cycling, noisy low-pressure operation or unstable flow before the prefilters and Clark pump.
It is also a practical spare or upgrade component when refurbishing older DIY watermaker installations or simplifying the low-pressure side of a small energy-recovery system.
Before Ordering
Before ordering, check your available space, hose size, connection type and maximum operating pressure. This component is intended for the low-pressure feed side of compact watermaker systems and should not be installed on the high-pressure RO circuit.
If you are unsure where to install it in your system, send us a few photos of the feed pump, filters and Clark pump layout. We can help you decide whether this accumulator tank is suitable for your installation.
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