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Ceramic Piston Rod - JiFeng Ceramics

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Ceramic Piston Rod

Our ceramic piston rod (plunger rod) is made of high-purity alumina (Al₂O₃ ≥99%) or Y-TZP zirconia ceramic. It features a mirror-smooth surface (Ra ≤0.05μm), pure white slender cylindrical body, and a dark high-strength metal connector (stainless steel/titanium alloy optional) at the bottom. The strong color contrast delivers a premium industrial precision look for black industrial equipment.

Core Design Highlights

  • One-piece molding
  • Seamless design, bending strength ≥400MPa, eliminates stress fracture risk of split plungers.
  • Composite bonding technology
  • Ceramic body and metal end joined by diffusion welding, tensile strength ≥250MPa, ideal for high-frequency reciprocating motion.

  • Product Details
  • Technical Specifications

Performance Comparison 

ItemMetal Piston RodCeramic Piston Rod
Corrosion Service Life3–6 months>5 years
Seal Leakage Rate0.1mL/min<0.01mL/min
Energy ConsumptionHigh20–30% lower
5-Year Total CostHigh80% cost reduction

 

Core Advantages of Ceramic Piston Rod

Extreme Condition Performance

High pressure & impact resistance: Static pressure 150MPa, dynamic pulse (50Hz) >1,000,000 cycles without fatigue. Suitable for ultra-high pressure plunger pumps (RO systems, waterjet cutters).

Corrosion & wear resistance: Resists HF (<5%), high-temperature alkaline (50% NaOH @150°C), SiC slurry. Service life is 15× longer than stainless steel.

Precision Motion Control

Nano-precision surface: Cylindricity ≤0.003mm, Ra ≤0.05μm, friction coefficient <0.08 (water lubricated), supports high-speed reciprocation (>5m/s).

Zero-leak sealing: Works with ceramic/graphite seals, leakage rate <0.01mL/min, meets API 682 standard.

Lightweight & Energy Saving

Low inertia: Density 3.9g/cm³ (1/3 of steel), reduces driving energy consumption by up to 30%.

High temperature & creep resistance: Long-term heat resistance 600°C (Al₂O₃) / 400°C (ZrO₂), low thermal expansion, no deformation at high temperature.

Applications of Ceramic Piston Rod

  • Ultra-high pressure plunger pumps
  • RO reverse osmosis systems
  • Waterjet cutting equipment
  • High-frequency servo pumps
  • Chemical & corrosion-resistant pumps
  • Petroleum & marine equipment

JiFeng Ceramics Custom Service 

  • Custom diameter, length, end structure
  • Custom metal connector (SS316L, titanium alloy)
  • Drawing customization & sample approval
  • Fast quote & stable lead time

ParameterAlumina Ceramic RodZirconia Ceramic Rod
Material99% Al₂O₃ + 316L SS endY-TZP ZrO₂ + Titanium alloy end
Diameter × LengthΦ8–50mm × 200–1000mmΦ6–40mm × 150–800mm
Surface RoughnessRa ≤0.05μm (mirror)Ra ≤0.02μm (super mirror)
Pressure Rating150MPa (static)120MPa (dynamic)
CertificationsISO 13705, ASME B73.1ISO 13705, ASME B73.1

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