Spikes & Lock Washers
Ceramic Fastening Components for High-Temperature and Electrically Isolated Assemblies
Metal fastening components can conduct electricity, corrode, or deform under extreme operating conditions.
Associated Ceramics manufactures ceramic spikes (also known as spears or studs) and lock washers designed to provide electrical insulation, corrosion resistance, and long-term dimensional stability.
Extensive Selection of Ceramic Fastening Components
Associated Ceramics carries an extensive line of ceramic fastening products used in industrial heating and electrical assemblies.
Many common sizes and configurations may already exist in our production catalog or tooling inventory.
Our fastening component capabilities include:
- Spikes / Spears / Studs
- Lock washers
- Custom fastening geometries
- Prototype through production support
- Engineering assistance
Why Manufacturers Choose Ceramic Fastening Components
- Electrical insulation
- Corrosion resistance
- High-temperature performance
- Dimensional stability
- Long service life
Common Applications
- Furnace assemblies
- Heating systems
- Electrical equipment
- Thermal processing systems
- Industrial manufacturing equipment
Common Materials
Alumina
Preferred for high-temperature and high-strength applications.
Steatite
Commonly used where electrical insulation is the primary requirement.
Industries Commonly Served
- Appliance Manufacturing
- Electronics Manufacturing
- Industrial Heating Equipment
- Energy and Infrastructure
- Transportation
Spikes & Lock Washers FAQs
Why use ceramic spikes and lock washers instead of metal fasteners?
Ceramic fastening components provide electrical insulation, corrosion resistance, and high-temperature performance in environments where metal fasteners may fail.
What applications commonly use ceramic fastening components?
Ceramic spikes (also known as spears and studs) and lock washers are commonly used in heating systems, furnace assemblies, electrical equipment, and thermal processing applications.
What materials are commonly used for ceramic fastening components?
Alumina and steatite are the most common materials due to their combination of electrical insulation, temperature resistance, and mechanical strength.
Can ceramic fastening components withstand high temperatures?
Yes. Technical ceramics maintain their dimensional stability and insulating properties at temperatures that can exceed the limits of many metallic fastening solutions.
Does Associated Ceramics carry standard sizes of ceramic spikes and washers?
Yes. Associated Ceramics manufactures a wide variety of standard sizes and configurations, many of which may already exist in our tooling inventory.
Can Associated Ceramics manufacture custom ceramic fastening components?
Yes. We regularly manufacture custom geometries designed around customer specifications, operating conditions, and assembly requirements.
Do you stock standard ceramic components?
Associated Ceramics manufactures a wide variety of standard ceramic components and maintains tooling for many common configurations. Depending on the application, existing inventory or tooling may be available to reduce lead times and accelerate production schedules.
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