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Vacalon offers four different sizes of disposable plungers - but what are the sizes and what systems do they work with? There are many different pressable ceramic systems available so it is impossible to list each one. As an aid we put together this short guide to help you determine the correct plunger size you need.

Vacalon Disposable Press Plungers for 2 gram ingots (12 mm)

• 12 mm diameter
• 2 gram denotes the weight of the ingot
• Used with pressable systems such as Empress, Finesse Press, Authentic, Creation and Cerpress
• This size ingot has been around for many years and there are many systems that use this ingot size
• Get more info or order 2 gr/12 mm plungers

Vacalon Disposable Press Plungers for e.max ingots (13 mm)

• 13 mm diameter
• This size is often referred to as "3 gram ingots"
• Used with IPS e.max Press system, as well as GC LiSi Press and Zubler Concept Press
• Compatible with standard and large (taller) 13 mm ingot sizes
• Get more info or order e.max/13 mm plungers

Vacalon Disposable Press Plungers for 5 gram ingots (16 mm)

• 16 mm diameter
• 5 gram denotes the weight of the ingot
• This larger size ingot is typically found in pressing system that use the standard 2 gram ingot
• The exact diameter of the ingot can vary from brand to brand. However, the difference is nominal and our plungers will work with all the bases designed for 5 gram ingots.
• Get more info or order 5 gr/16 mm plungers

Vacalon Disposable Press Plungers for Wide 5 gram ingots (18 mm)

• Special size for wide ingots found in the GC Initial System
• 18 mm diameter
• 5 gram denotes the weight of the ingot
• Wider than other 5 gram ingots and requires special pressing ring
• Get more info or order 5 gr wide/18 mm plungers

We hope this provides you with enough information to select the correct plunger for the system you are using. You can order Vacalon Disposable Plungers through our network of distributors, by giving us a call or simply by visiting our website. As always you can request a free sample of our plungers by visiting our sample request page.

If you need additional help just contact us and we'll make sure you get the right fit for your needs.