ACO Q-Brake Vortex

Controlling the release of stormwater

ACO Q-Brake is a horizontal vortex flow control designed to prevent downstream flooding by controlling the release of stormwater before it discharges into the watercourse or sewer. The Q-Brake Vortex is a self-activating, low-maintenance system ensuring reliable and compliant flow restriction in both new developments and retrofit drainage schemes.

Custom built to suit the site requirements
Available from 2-100 l/s and up to 3m design head
Manufactured from grade 304 stainless steel
Available with curved or flat back
Attenuation volume required reduced
Available as a model in Microdrainage, Site3D and Causeway Flow Hydraulic Design software, it has many water authority approvals.
Supported by QuAD VFC software

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Q-Brake and Q-Chamber Datasheet

Find out more about the ACO Q-Brake Vortex flow Control and the new plastic chamber, ACO Q-Chamber, that can house it

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Key Service Updates

We’ve made significant enhancements to how we deliver ACO Q-Brakes. With quicker lead times, streamlined processes, faster quotes and competitive pricing, we’re making it easier than ever for our customers to secure projects.

Faster than ever, we won’t hold up your project
Our new lead time is 10 working days* giving you what you need when you need it.

*Once a signed CRD is received

Exceptional value and savings
We offer competitive prices for our Vortex Flow Control range. Contact our pricing team today to discuss your requirements.

Quick pricing decisions to win orders
We commit to returning all Q-Brake Vortex quotes within 1 working day, helping you stay responsive and competitive in the market.

No printing. No chasing. Just faster turnaround
We’ve introduced a fully digital contract review signing process. Also, CRDs now accompany quotes to speed up approvals and avoid delay.

Request a Quote

Each ACO Q-Brake Vortex Flow Control is individually configured to suit site specific performance criteria and the profile of the chamber. Provide us with the Design Head (m) & Flow Rate (l/s) and we will come back to you within 24hrs.

Integrated Solutions

ACO offers a comprehensive range of engineered solutions to support in delivery of effective, compliant stormwater control across all project scales, from water treatment, attenuation/infiltration tanks and vortex flow control systems.