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Accumulator unit

The hydraulic power storage unit for the Blowout Preventer (BOP). It uses nitrogen-charged bottles to store high-pressure hydraulic fluid.

It ensures the BOP rams can be closed rapidly and repeatedly, even if the rig's main power fails.

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