Need Extra Fuel in Boat? Get Long Range Fuel Bladder Tank by Liquid Containment

When you watch dolphins swimming alongside your boat, then you want to spend a little more time on the sea. You need to have extra fuel in your boat. So, we are here to tell you how to carry extra fuel on any boat safely. Extra fuel can increase your range on the sea. However, this extra fuel also increases weight on the boat. More fuel is burnt to carry more weight. Apart from thinking about weight, you have to keep safety margin on the boat. 

There Is a Cost of New Tankage 

If you see a new tankage as a permanent solution then it is going to be a costly deal. And, you are also losing internal space. You do not need extra fuel on all voyages. You should say yes to another permanent solution – A long range fuel tank. A long range fuel bladder is an extra fuel storage option that weighs least. Find some voids on the boat and fit the bladder tank there. A custom built fuel bladder tank is the best bet. The bladder can be custom built to fit into unutilized spaces. 

Make Sure 

·         There is a sump on the boat to collect contaminants.

·         Filler access is elevated to prevent water intrusion.

·         Tank-vent should be above the deck level.

·         A vent hose with a diameter of 13mm is ideal.

Larger fuel tanks (500mm+) pose the danger of “free surface effect”. Therefore, you need baffles for these tanks. 

Long Range Fuel Bladder 

Lightweight, flexible and easy to fit, these flexible fuel tanks occupy space only when filled with fuel. After emptying, you can simply roll-up the bladder and keep it somewhere in a box. The space an empty long range fuel bladder occupies is way less than other tanks. However, you should buy bladder tank made from materials such as Military Spec TPU 1000 gsm. A long range bladder made from the poor quality material is very prone to wear and tear. Any sharp object can easily puncture it. Therefore, be careful while buying a long range fuel bladder tank. The bladder should have:

High tear and tensile strength

Pressure draining and self-inflating

Extreme temperature resistant

Microbial resistant

No residue or glue

Abrasion and puncture resistant

And, warranty on workmanship 

Remember 

Leakage of fuel when you are out on the sea can be a big trouble. Therefore, buy bladder tank made from the best quality material.