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Mechanical Vessels: Expansion Tanks & Air Receivers. An expansion tank is a small tank used in closed water heating systems and domestic hot water systems to absorb excess water pressure caused by thermal expansion or water hammer. An air receiver delivers or stores short-term demand that either exceeds or is less than an air-compressor’s capacity.

Things to Consider When Purchasing This Product:

Expansion tank: Tank volume and acceptance volume requirements, Water heater capacity, Water supply pressure, starting and ending water temperatures, Maximum pressure setting of relief valve, Multiple tanks option, Dimensions, Weight, Warranty; Air receiver: Compliance with CSA B51, Pressure relief valve quality, Lubrication oil specifications, Expiry date (if present) indicates receiver is exempted from CSA B51 but must be discarded immediately after expiry date, Dimensions, Weight, Warranty