pressure tank

[ˈprɛʃər tæŋk]
nounpl: pressure tanks
tanque de pressão
1. A sealed container designed to hold liquids or gases under pressure, commonly used in plumbing, HVAC, and industrial systems
The pressure tank helps maintain consistent water pressure throughout the house.
O tanque de pressão ajuda a manter a pressão da água consistente em toda a casa.
2. A vessel that stores pressurized air or other gases for pneumatic systems and tools
The compressor fills the pressure tank with compressed air for the pneumatic drill.
O compressor enche o tanque de pressão com ar comprimido para a furadeira pneumática.
3. A component in water well systems that stores water under pressure to provide steady flow
Without a pressure tank, the well pump would run continuously.
Sem um tanque de pressão, a bomba de poço funcionaria continuamente.
Pressure tanks are essential infrastructure components in Brazilian homes, particularly in areas with inconsistent water supply. In rural areas, they are critical for well-based water systems. The term 'tanque de pressão' is universally understood among plumbers, engineers, and homeowners in Brazil.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
pressure vesselaccumulator tankhydro tankstorage tank

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tanque de pressão
Most common term used in residential and industrial contexts
Brazil
cilindro de pressão
Alternative term, especially in industrial applications
Brazil
acumulador
Technical term used in pneumatic and hydraulic systems
Portugal
depósito de pressão
More commonly used in European Portuguese

Related Words

compressorpressure gaugepressurized systemhydraulic tankpneumatic system

Related Idioms & Phrases

under pressure - quando algo está sob pressão
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