Wanted:

Flashsteam.com is interested in using ceramic pistons for engine retrofits. I have searched the internet for sometime looking to acquire a source for a ceramic piston. I have not found such a source for these parts.

Currently a Kohler model K321 14hp single cylinder engine is being modified to run using flash steam. The piston is 3.5 inch diameter. (exact measured specifications are available upon request) The cylinder bore is nodular cast iron and this is a solid cast iron engine block. Operating temperature is 500 degrees Fahrenheit. Lubricating oil is used in the engine crank case.

As we have developed several technologies/inventions here for this purpose. Fabricating a ceramic piston is beyond our current  capabilities.

Why use a ceramic piston?

A ceramic piston has superior insulating properties over a metal piston. There is serious heat loss potential, if the piston is made of metal. This will not stop the engine from running, but is less than ideal.

We feel the future ideal material for steam engine pistons, is an insulating type of ceramic, and this agrees with methodology and theory. 

We are willing to pay $1,000.00 for a ceramic piston that will meet our needs. At this time our only alternative is a cast iron piston.   

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Direct inquires to info@flashsteam.com