Accumulator

{
  "id": "MLC-T-OAG-000024",
  "term": "Accumulator",
  "field": "Oil and gas",
  "definition": "A device that stores hydraulic energy under pressure, used in drilling and production operations to provide a reserve of fluid power. It consists of a fluid chamber and a gas chamber separated by a piston or bladder. Accumulators supply hydraulic pressure for blowout preventers (BOPs) or other hydraulically actuated equipment, especially during power outages.",
  "subject": "Production",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oil-and-gas/accumulator/"
}