Radium FCST-X, Fuel Cell Surge Tank

Radium FCST-X, Fuel Cell Surge Tank

Application: Universal – fuel cells with a 6x10in 24-bolt flange
Part Type: Fuel cell surge tank (drop-in module) – pumps not included
Part Number: 20-1990-00, 20-1992-00, 20-1991-00, 20-1993-00, 20-1995-00

The Radium FCST-X is the updated version of Radium's Fuel Cell Surge Tank, first introduced in 2013 and refined over ten years. A lift pump draws fuel from the bottom of the fuel cell into the surge tank canister, where up to three EFI pumps supply the engine. If the lift pump starves, the canister volume keeps the surge pumps fed, and the fuel pressure regulator return also feeds the canister.

The canister has three separate filtration chambers so fuel cannot pass between them, and unused ports don't need blocking. Three one-way FKM fill valves (355 LPH each, 1065 LPH total) refill the surge tank from the cell, with excess fuel overflowing back into the cell. The whole module lifts out as a drop-in unit.

Key Features

• Lift and Surge Pumps: Up to 3 surge pumps plus 1 lift pump (model dependent)
• Chambered Filtration: Three separate filtration chambers
• Fill Valves: Three one-way FKM valves, 355 LPH each (1065 LPH total)
• Brushless Ready: Up to 4 brushless pumps total
• Flexible: Compatible with 16AN inlet mechanical pumps and shrouded level sensors
• Level Switch Port: Optional diagnostic LED warns when fuel drops 20% or more
• Safety: Rollover vent valve protection and anti-rotation electrical studs
• Construction: Full CNC aluminium, anodised
• Fuel Compatibility: Leaded and unleaded petrol, methanol, ethanol, E85

Available Configurations

• 20-1990-00: Suits Walbro GSS342, AEM 50-1200, AEM 50-1000 and DeatschWerks DW440 – up to 3 surge pumps + 1 lift pump
• 20-1991-00: Suits Bosch BR540 and DeatschWerks DW400 – up to 3 surge pumps + 1 lift pump; BR540 has no check valve, so multiple surge pumps must run together (not staged)
• 20-1992-00: Suits Walbro F90000267 / 274 / 285 / 295, Protec 11928, Fuelab 49614 and DeatschWerks DW810 – up to 3 surge pumps + 1 lift pump; Protec, Fuelab and DW810 need the 13-1187 base; F90000295 must run with other surge pumps (not staged)
• 20-1993-00: Suits Ti Automotive E5LM brushless – up to 2 surge pumps + 1 lift pump (lift pump E5LM with BKS1001, or Walbro F90000267 / 274 / 285 / 295 with 14-0143 sock)
• 20-1995-00: For external pumps – no internal surge pumps; two 80-micron filters for two 10AN (5/8in) pickups plus a 16AN (1in) pickup (external filter required); requires an internal Walbro F90000267 / 274 / 285 / 295 lift pump (not included)

What's Included

• Anodised aluminium 6x10 plate, surge pump hat, lift pump hat, service handle, level sensor plate and surge pump bracket
• Stainless steel lift pump mounts (shallow and deep)
• Lift pump and surge pump filters
• Anodised aluminium 8AN rollover vent valve (20-0934)
• FKM refuelling rollover protection seal and FKM 6x10 24-hole sealing gasket
• 8AN ORB to 6AN male return fitting
• 10AN ORB to 8AN male pump-out fitting
• 2AN ORB level switch plug
• FKM one-way fill valves (x3)
• Anodised aluminium acorn nuts
• Electrical wire ring terminals

Optional Parts

• Radium Extension Kit for FCST-X (20-1989) – Adds 1.2 L of surge volume and lowers the fill valves (not for 20-1993-00 / 20-1995-00)
• Radium DSV 12AN ORB To 12AN Male - Quick Fill (Internal) (20-0535) – 12AN outlet vent valve for quick-fill dry break systems
• Radium Engineering Fuel Pump Filter Base Adapter – 12mm Brushless Pumps (13-1187) – Required for Protec 11928, Fuelab 49614 and DeatschWerks DW810 pumps (20-1992-00)
• Radium Fuel Pump Inlet Filter Sock (14-0143) – Recommended sock for Walbro lift pumps

Important Notes

• Fuel pumps, fuel cell, filler, vent hose/filter and fuel level sender are not included (a block-off plate is supplied in place of the sender)
• Compatible with all Radium fuel cells and any cell with an industry-standard 6x10in 24-bolt flange on the top face and a minimum depth of 196mm (7.7in)
• Lift pump height must be set to suit the cell depth; cells deeper than 323mm (12.7in) require Radium lift pump mounts (sold separately)
• Filter socks are used only on the lift pump – surge pumps use inlet filters
• Ti Automotive E5LM pumps require a BKS1001 brushless controller
• Select pumps to suit the engine's fuel demand
• Installation instructions are available in the Instructions tab

Vehicle Fitment

• Universal – see Application

Not sure if this suits your vehicle? Email sales@coore.com.au and our team will confirm fitment.