Alumina Ceramic Plunger Pump Components for Corrosive & High-Pressure Service

Polished alumina ceramic plungers and pistons for metering and injection pumps. Offered in stock sizes and custom geometries with controlled tolerances and clean sealing surfaces to handle corrosive, abrasive, or high-pressure service.

Catalogue No. AT-ZS-001
Material ≥ 95% Al2O3
Diameter Tolerance up to ±0.02–0.05 mm depending on size and finish
Surface Roughness Ra ≤ 0.2 μm
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Alumina ceramic plunger pump is a positive-displacement pump (typically metering, dosing, or injection type) whose reciprocating plunger/piston and often the matching cylinder liner or seal track are made from high-purity alumina (Al₂O₃) ceramic. By replacing coated metals at the wet end with polished alumina parts, the pump maintains a tight, low-leakage seal while handling corrosive, abrasive, or high-pressure media.

 

Alumina Ceramic Plunger Pump Benefits

  • Seal Stability Under Load: polished working zone maintains a consistent seal against liners, reducing slip and micro-leakage.
  • Wear & Scratch Resistance: high hardness alumina resists slurry abrasion and cavitation pin-holes at seal line.
  • Corrosion Robustness: inert to many acids/alkalis and common solvents versus coated metallic plungers.
  • Geometry Repeatability: concentricity and runout control supports predictable volumetric accuracy in dosing.
  • Thermal Stability: dimensional stability during temperature swings minimizes seal distortion at startup/shutdown.

 

Properties of Alumina Ceramic Plunger Pump

Property Unit 99.5% Al₂O₃ 99.6% Al₂O₃ 99.7% Al₂O₃ 99.8% Al₂O₃ 99.9% Al₂O₃ 99.99% Al₂O₃
Alumina content % 99.5 99.6 99.7 99.8 99.9 99.99
Density g/cm³ 3.89 3.91 3.92 3.93 3.94 3.98
Open porosity % 0
Color Ivory Ivory Ivory Ivory Ivory Ivory
Water absorption % 0 0 0 0 0
Young’s modulus (Elastic modulus) GPa 375 356 357 358 359 362
Shear modulus GPa 152
Bulk modulus GPa 228
Poisson’s ratio 0.22
Compressive strength MPa 2600 2552 2554 2556 2558 2570
Flexural strength MPa 379 312 313 314 315 320
Fracture toughness MPa·m¹ᐟ² 4
Hardness GPa 14.1 (≈1440 kg/mm²) 23 24 25 26 30
Thermal conductivity W/m·K 35 32–37 33–38 34–39 35–40 36–42
Thermal shock resistance ΔT °C 222 223 224 225 228
Maximum use temperature (no load) °C ≤1750 1755 1760 1765 1770 1800
Coefficient of thermal expansion 10⁻⁶/°C 8.4
Specific heat J/kg·K 880
Volume resistivity Ω·cm >1×10¹⁴ >1×10¹⁴ >1×10¹⁴ >1×10¹⁴ >1×10¹⁴ >1×10¹⁴
Dielectric constant (relative permittivity) 9.8 9.83 9.84 9.85 9.86 9.92
Dielectric strength kV/mm 16.9 23.2 23.4 23.6 23.8 24
Dissipation factor (loss factor @ 1 kHz) 0.0002

 

Alumina Ceramic Plunger Pump Specifications

Machining Accuracy
Dimension 0.001mm
Surface Finish <Ra0.02
Hardness Hv1280-1340
Parallelism 0.01mm
Cylindricity 0.003-0.01mm
Single Section Roundness <0.001

 

White Oxide Ceramic Pump Piston Plunger Tube and Rod

 

Alumina Ceramic Plunger Tube
Item No. Diameter(mm) Length (mm) Purity (%)
AT-ZS-001 3.5 100 99
AT-ZS-002 3.8 120 99
AT-ZS-003 4.5 123 99
AT-ZS-004 5.5 130 99
AT-ZS-005 6.5 135 99
AT-ZS-006 7.5 145 99
AT-ZS-007 9 150 99
AT-ZS-008 15 160 99
AT-ZS-009 18 175 99
AT-ZS-010 20 190 99
AT-ZS-011 20.5 200 99
AT-ZS-012 21 260 99
AT-ZS-013 25 300 99
AT-ZS-014 30 320 99
AT-ZS-015 31 350 99

 

Alumina Ceramic Plunger Rod
Item No. Inner Diameter(mm) Outer Diameter(mm) Length(mm) Purity (%)
AT-ZS-016 2.5 6.5 80 99
AT-ZS-017 3.2 7.2 100 99
AT-ZS-018 3.5 8.5 105 99
AT-ZS-019 3.8 7.8 120 99
AT-ZS-020 4.0  8 125 99
AT-ZS-021 4.2 9.2 130 99
AT-ZS-022 4.8 9.8 140 99
AT-ZS-023 5.2 11.2 180 99
AT-ZS-024 5.5 9.5 190 99
AT-ZS-025 6 12 245 99
AT-ZS-026 7 15 285 99

 

Alumina Ceramic Plunger Pump Packaging

  • Protective Packaging: each plunger in an EPE sleeve or tray; multi-layer carton with shock isolation;

Alumina Ceramic Plunger Pump Packaging

Application Scenarios — Alumina Ceramic Plunger Pump

  • Chemical & Fine-Chemical Dosing (corrosive media)

    ✅Key Advantages

    1. Stable Dose Accuracy: polished plunger/liner pair keeps volumetric error low over extended cycles.
    2. Corrosion Endurance: alumina resists many acids/alkalis that undermine coated metal plungers.
    3. Seal Line Integrity: controlled runout reduces wear scars and micro-leaks in continuous duty.

    ✅ Problem Solved

    A chemical blender replacing coated steel plungers with polished alumina reduced seal wear marks and unplanned maintenance stops across a quarter. Dosing drift decreased and cleaning intervals extended, improving line uptime and batch consistency.

  • Water & Wastewater / RO-UF Systems

    ✅Key Advantages

    1. Abrasive Handling: resists silica fines and particulates at the seal zone.
    2. Start-Stop Stability: dimensional stability limits leak spikes at ramp-up/down.
    3. Low Contamination Risk: ceramic wet end reduces metallic ion ingress into permeate path.

    ✅ Problem Solved

    A municipal RO skid experienced premature scoring on metallic plungers. Switching to alumina plungers and ceramic liners mitigated scoring on the sealing band, decreasing replacement frequency and stabilizing pre-RO dosing.

  • Oil & Gas Chemical Injection

    ✅Key Advantages

    1. Pressure Capability: geometry and finish support reliable sealing under high differential pressure.
    2. Media Compatibility: inert to typical injection chemistries that attack plated metals.
    3. Service Life Consistency: reduced micro-pitting at the seal track during pulsation.

    ✅ Problem Solved

    On a chemical injection train, alumina plungers maintained sealing against liners through prolonged pulsation duty. The maintenance window extended and spare consumption dropped, improving availability for offshore operations.

User Guide — Alumina Ceramic Plunger Pump

  • Installation

    1. Verify plunger/liner pairing, surface finish zone, and orientation marks.
    2. Deburr associated metallic holders; avoid point contacts at ceramic fillets.
    3. Lubricate assembly with media-compatible fluid during first fit; never dry-assemble.

  • Operation

    1. Prime with intended media; purge trapped air to avoid cavitation at the seal line.
    2. Respect ramp-up profiles; avoid instantaneous pressure shocks on cold start.
    3. Monitor discharge pressure and leakage return; sustained spikes indicate misalignment.

  • Storage

    1. Keep in dry, dust-free trays; avoid stacking without separators.
    2. Maintain room temperature; prevent thermal shock events on removal.

  • Cleaning / Maintenance

    1. Use media-compatible rinses; avoid alkaline cleaners that deposit films on polished bands.
    2. Inspect seal track under bright light; replace if scoring lines are visible to nail catch.
    3. Re-qualify fit after any pump head rebuild (concentricity/runout checks).

  • Common Misuse & Remedies

    1. Dry start causing seal scuffing → pre-lube and prime; verify suction head.
    2. Over-tightened holders cracking ceramic fillets → follow torque spec; use proper shims.
    3. Particulate scoring from upstream solids → add pre-filtration; verify strainers before pump.

Alumina Ceramic Plunger Pump FAQ

  1. Q: What is the maximum operating pressure for your alumina plungers?
    A:  Up to 25 MPa under regular duty cycles when combined with matched sleeves.
  2. Q: Are these plungers compatible with stainless pump bodies?
    A:  Yes, standard sizes fit most SS-304/316 housings with seal groove tolerance ≤ 0.02 mm.
  3. Q: How do I specify dimensions for a custom plunger?
    A:  Please send schematic drawings (PDF or DWG); we support outer Ø, inner Ø, shoulder thickness, and tip modifications.
  4. Q: Do you supply plunger sleeves or only plungers?
    A:  Both are available. We can match shaft-to-sleeve dimensions for leak-free operation.
  5. Q: Do you supply matching liners and valve seats?
    A: Yes—ceramic cylinder liners, valve seats, seal rings, and check discs to build a full ceramic wet end.
  6. Q: What are the main differences between an alumina ceramic plunger pump and a coated metallic plunger?
    A:  An alumina ceramic plunger pump uses plungers made entirely from high-purity alumina (Al₂O₃), while a coated metallic plunger relies on a steel or alloy base with a hard surface coating such as chromium, tungsten carbide (HVOF), or ceramic-spray layers.
    Below is a practical comparison for industrial buyers and engineers:

    Comparison Aspect Alumina Ceramic Plunger Pump Coated Metallic Plunger
    Corrosion Resistance Chemically inert; unaffected by acids, alkalis, and salts. Depends on coating integrity—once coating cracks or erodes, corrosion accelerates rapidly.
    Wear Resistance High hardness (HV > 1500); excellent against abrasives and slurry particles. Lower hardness; coatings wear unevenly under particulate load.
    Service Life Up to 3–5× longer in corrosive/abrasive media due to stable sealing surfaces. Typically shorter; coating delamination or micro-pitting leads to leakage.
    Temperature Stability Stable up to ≈ 1600 °C (non-thermal shock duty); low expansion maintains tolerance. Thermal expansion mismatch between coating and substrate can cause cracks under cycling.
    Surface Finish & Seal Performance Mirror-polished Ra ≤ 0.1 μm, producing consistent volumetric accuracy. Good initial finish but deteriorates with coating wear.
    Maintenance Predictable intervals; no coating renewal required. Requires periodic recoating or replacement.
    Cost Profile Higher initial part cost but lower lifecycle cost in aggressive media. Lower unit cost but higher total cost from frequent replacement.

    Choose alumina ceramic plungers when your process involves corrosive chemicals, abrasive slurries, or precise dosing accuracy over long duty cycles. Coated metallic plungers remain suitable for mild fluids and lower-pressure applications, but their coating wear rate makes them less reliable for demanding chemical, wastewater, or oilfield duties.

 

Alumina Ceramic Plunger Reviews

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    After switching to alumina ceramic plungers supplied by ADCERAX, our dosing accuracy stabilized and unplanned seal replacements were significantly reduced
    -- Daniel Briggs, Process Engineer, ChemPro Systems
  • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    The alumina ceramic plungers and liner set handled our abrasive brine without scoring; spares used dropped across the quarter.
    -- María López, Maintenance Lead, AquaTreat Iberia
  • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    Custom alumina plunger rods matched drawings on the first run—finish on the working band was consistent across the lot.
    -- Kenji Sato, Equipment Engineer, NishiTech Water
  • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    Our chemical injection skid needed better corrosion resistance; the alumina ceramic plunger pump spare parts have held up under pulsation duty.
    -- Ava McConnell, Reliability Manager, Northshore Energy
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Customize Alumina Ceramic Plunger Pump

We tailor the plunger geometry to your pump head and media. Submit drawings or target conditions; we will match alumina grade, tolerance window, and finish to the duty profile.

  • Outer/Inner Diameter & Length: application-driven sizes; tolerance targets down to ±0.02–0.05 mm
  • End Details: flat, spherical, tapered, threaded shank, cross-hole, keyway, notches
  • Edge Features: chamfers, radiused edges, lead-ins for seal protection
  • Mating Components: ceramic cylinder liner, valve seat, seal ring, check disc
  • Surface Finish: as-fired, ground, polished (low Ra), super-finished working band
  • Material Options: high-purity alumina (Al₂O₃) grades matched to corrosion/temperature profile

Special Notes: Drawings or 3D files are accepted for non-standard geometry requests. Custom matching to stainless-steel pump sleeve tolerances is available.

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