Products & Services
Piezo Ceramics & Services
It's often the little things that make the most significant difference, and that can be especially true when discussing piezoelectric elements. Piezoelectronics are a staple in various industries and find vital roles in all kinds of applications, and APC International maintains the knowledge and resources to supply you with the best products for your needs. We distribute and provide piezoceramics and devices to domestic and international partners, as we've forged a reputation for precision and accessibility.
Our products and services span the gamut from classic applications, like transducers, to custom orders.
Piezoelectric Applications
Piezoelectric products allow for the harvesting of various energies, which you can then use for different tasks. Pressure changes, vibrations, mechanical impulses and other actions can trigger piezoceramics. The ceramics will convert deflections or displacements into electrical energy, which manufacturers and other entities can use to create sparks for combustion, measure data and output, store for later usage, power motors, generate noises and accomplish other goals.
You'll often see piezoelectric elements used in industrial, automotive, aviation, medical and aerospace instrumentation and equipment, as well as many different consumer electronics.
Types of Piezoelectric Devices
We carry a vast range of piezoelectric products and related services, and we'll gladly assist you in finding your preferred choices. Some of our popular options include:
Transducers: We carry multiple electroacoustic transducers, which convert electrical charges into energy. We have air transducers, which typically fit in various sensors and toys/games, and ultrasonic power transducers, which are most often used in cleaning apparatuses, like fabric cleaners or nebulizers, and jewelry cleaners.
Stack actuators: Actuators produce movements like motors do by producing a linear displacement under an electric field, which allows the displacement also to apply a force. We can determine the amount of movement that a stack actuator can produce by calculating the amount of voltage applied times the d33, also known as the piezoelectric charge constant. You'll see this technology harnessed within controls of precision machining tools, like microscopes, mirrors and lasers.
Amplifiers: Powering piezoelectric products often requires an amplifier to induce a higher output with reduced distortion. We carry a line of SVR amplifiers for actuators, RF amplifiers for higher frequency drives and impedance matching boxes for eliminating lingering questions when powering piezoelectric devices. We can also construct custom amplifiers upon request.
Custom elements: Sometimes, you'll require ceramics and services that go beyond traditional stock options. We can produce piezoelectric elements in a swathe of standard shapes and sizes using our specially formulated soft and hard-body lead-zirconate-titanate (PZT) compositions. We'll carefully machine them to produce tight tolerances.
We have plenty of other products as well, so don't hesitate to ask questions or browse our website for more information.
Rely on APC International for Your Piezoelectric Elements
We employ an experienced team of material engineers and scientists who work together to create our piezoceramics and devices. Our Pennsylvania-based facilities are state of the art with excellent tools, and our production staff has an average experience of at least 10 years. Not only do we produce top-tier piezoelectric products and piezo materials but we also place a heavy emphasis on comprehensive customer service.
We will work with you throughout the process to ensure your order follows your exact specifications. You will receive your desired result that maintains its quality for the foreseeable future.
Request your quote today to get started! Call (570)-726-6961 to speak to one of our representatives.