PZT Tube

PZT Tube Data Sheet

Color:	White
Material:	Lead Zirconate Titanate (PZT)
Shape:	Tube
Dimension:	Standard or customized

PZT Tube Description

PZT Tube is a cylindrical component made from lead zirconate titanate (PZT) ceramic, offering excellent piezoelectric properties and high mechanical strength. It is widely used in applications such as ultrasonic transducers, sensors, actuators, and underwater acoustic devices, where efficient conversion between electrical and mechanical energy is required. With customizable dimensions, wall thicknesses, and electrode configurations, PZT Tube can be engineered to meet specific performance needs in both industrial and research environments.

PZT Tube Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Outer Diameter	5 mm – 140 mm
Height	1 mm – 60 mm
Inner Diameter	1 mm
Wall Thickness	1 mm
Customization	Available for dimensions and materials

PZT Tube Features

• High Piezoelectric Performance: pzt tube offers excellent piezoelectric coefficients, enabling efficient conversion between electrical and mechanical energy.
• Wide Frequency Range: Suitable for applications from low to high frequencies, ensuring versatility in acoustic and ultrasonic systems.
• Dimensional Stability: Maintains precise dimensions under varying temperature and load conditions, ensuring consistent performance.
• Material Options: Available in multiple PZT material grades (PZT-4, PZT-5, PZT-8, etc.) to match different application needs.
• Customizable Design: Dimensions, wall thickness, and electrode configurations can be customized for specific project requirements.

PZT Tube Applications

• Ultrasonic Transducers: Used in ultrasonic cleaning, medical imaging, and non-destructive testing devices for generating and receiving high-frequency sound waves.
• Sonar Systems: Serves as a key component in underwater detection and communication systems for both commercial and defense applications.
• Flow Measurement: Integrated into ultrasonic flow meters to provide accurate liquid or gas flow monitoring in industrial and laboratory settings.
• Actuators and Sensors: Employed in precision positioning systems, vibration detection, and force sensing devices.
• Acoustic Projectors: Used in underwater acoustic communication and sound projection systems requiring high reliability and stable performance

PZT Ceramic Tolerances

PZT Material Property Parameter Tolerances:

Parameter	Standard Tolerance	Optional Stricter Tolerance Available
Capacitance	±20%	Yes
d33 (Piezo Coefficient)	±20%	Yes
Frequency	±5%	±0.5%

Dimension Tolerances:

Shape & Dimension	Standard Value Range	Tolerance (±)
Disc / Ring / Tube
Outer Diameter	< 25 mm	0.25 mm
	≥ 25 mm to < 38 mm	0.38 mm
	≥ 38 mm to < 50 mm	0.60 mm
	≥ 50 mm	1.00 mm
Ring / Tube
Inner Diameter	< 6 mm	0.25 mm
	≥ 6 mm to < 13 mm	0.38 mm
	≥ 13 mm to < 25 mm	0.50 mm
	≥ 25 mm	0.60 mm
Square Plate
Length or Width	< 13 mm	0.13 mm
	≥ 13 mm to < 25 mm	0.25 mm
	≥ 25 mm to 38 mm	0.38 mm
	≥ 38 mm to < 50 mm	0.60 mm
	≥ 50 mm	1.00 mm
Thickness	0.20 mm to < 5.00 mm	0.025 mm
	≥ 5.00 mm	0.05 mm

PZT Electrode Specifications

• Standard electrode material: Silver
• Optional electrode materials: Gold, Nickel
• Standard electrode configuration: Solid electrodes covering entire top and bottom surfaces
• Tubular electrode configuration: Electrodes on inner and outer walls (Inner wall: Positive electrode; Outer wall: Negative electrode)
• Custom electrode designs available upon request

Material	AC Driving Voltage (V/mm)	DC Driving Voltage (V/mm)	Customizable Maximum Voltage (V/mm)
PZT4	360 ~ 440	720 ~ 880	Up to 1000
PZT5	200 ~ 280	400 ~ 560
PZT8	360 ~ 440	720 ~ 880