The KAMAT high-pressure pumps for industrial high-pressure applications
KAMAT develops and manufactures high-pressure plunger pumps and complete high-pressure systems for industrial applications where high pressures, process reliability, and availability are critical. Our high-pressure pumps achieve operating pressures of up to 4,000 bar with drive powers ranging from 15 to 3,000 kW and are designed for reliable continuous operation—even under demanding operating conditions.
Thanks to the modular design, pressure, flow rate, and drive power can be precisely tailored to your process. As a family-owned company based in Witten, KAMAT has been manufacturing “Made in Germany” products since 1974 and delivers worldwide—through its own sales and service network.
Are you looking for the right high-pressure pump?
With the Pump Finder, you can select suitable models based on your technical requirements or contact our experts directly.
For more information, we also recommend our High-Pressure Technology Glossary, which covers technical fundamentals and terminology related to high-pressure pumps.
Basics: High-Pressure Pumps & Plunger Pumps
A high-pressure pump is a pump that compresses fluids to particularly high pressures – at KAMAT up to 4,000 bar. It is used wherever water or other media must be delivered with high energy, for example in industrial cleaning, waterjet cutting, pressure testing, or process applications in the chemical, oil & gas, and energy industries.
A plunger pump is a reciprocating positive displacement pump in which a cylindrical plunger moves through a static seal into the pump head and thereby displaces the medium. Plunger pumps achieve higher pressures than most other pump types and are particularly suited to continuous high-pressure operation. KAMAT builds plunger pumps in triplex (3 plungers) and quintuplex (5 plungers) configurations.
KAMAT High-Pressure Pumps for Industrial Applications
KAMAT offers a consistently modular high-pressure pump system designed for industrial use cases that demand maximum pressure, efficiency, and operational reliability. Our product range covers power levels from 15 to 3,000 kW and operating pressures up to 4,000 bar – capable of handling media with viscosities up to 2,000 mPas and fluid temperatures up to 200 °C.
All models are engineered for seamless integration into new or existing systems – with both horizontal and vertical installation options. Thanks to the modular design, components such as the A-Head or M-Head pump heads can be flexibly configured based on pressure range, medium, and flow requirements.
Our standardized parts strategy allows multiple pump types to be serviced with a minimal set of components, reducing inventory, simplifying maintenance, and increasing overall system availability. Combined with our robust and service-friendly design, KAMAT pumps are ideally suited for continuous operation – even in the most demanding environments.
Added value: Our administration, design and production processes are based on certified sustainability, which highlights our commitment to sustainability in industrial high-pressure technology.
Custom Solutions – Engineered for Your Application
KAMAT doesn’t just build pumps – we engineer complete high-pressure solutions. From mechanical design to control systems, every component is tailored to your process. Our experts provide hands-on support from concept to commissioning – worldwide and personal.
Typical Applications for KAMAT High-Pressure Pumps
Steel / Descaling
KAMAT high-pressure pumps are used in steel mills for efficient, reliable descaling and ensure high surface quality of hot strip.
Further information is available on our pages about high-pressure applications in the steel industry.
Mining
In mining, high-pressure pumps handle dewatering, water hydraulics and demanding cleaning tasks under harsh conditions.
Details on typical mining applications can be found on our industry pages.
Chemical
In chemical and petrochemical plants, KAMAT high-pressure pumps convey process media and water at high pressure for cleaning, testing and special processes.
More information is provided on our chemical and process technology pages.
Oil & Gas
In oil and gas applications, high-pressure pumps support tasks such as pressure testing, water injection and maintenance operations – both onshore and offshore.
Suitable solutions and project examples are presented in our industry solution pages.
Water Jetting
In water jetting, KAMAT high-pressure pumps form the basis for powerful water jet applications for cleaning and coating removal on surfaces.
Technical fundamentals and use cases are available in our high-pressure technology glossary and the water jetting application pages.
Key Technical Specifications of KAMAT High-Pressure Pumps
The following key specifications apply to the entire series. The quickest way to determine which model is right for your application is to use the Pump Finder or consult the complete performance list. To learn how pressure, flow rate, and drive power can be combined using the modular system, visit the page on our plunger pumps; basic technical terms are explained in the High-Pressure Technology Glossary.
- Pressure range: up to 4,000 bar
- Power range: 15 – 3,000 kW
- Fluid temperature: up to 200 °C
- Viscosity: up to 2,000 mPas
- Filtration / Particle size: Operation with contaminated fluids up to 350 µm is possible
- Designs: Triplex & Quintuplex, horizontal or vertical installation
- Pump heads: A-Head and M-Head (modular)
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| Performance List High-Pressure Pumps | Technical Data | |
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| Triplex High-Pressure Pump K100-3 | Technical Data | |
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| Triplex High-Pressure Pump K4500-3G | Technical Data | |
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| Triplex High-Pressure Pump K8000-3G | Technical Data | |
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| Triplex High-Pressure Pump K9000-3G | Technical Data | |
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| Triplex High-Pressure Pump K11000-3G | Technical Data | |
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| Triplex High-Pressure Pump K18000-3G | Technical Data | |
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| Triplex High-Pressure Pump K25000-3G | Technical Data | |
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| Triplex High-Pressure Pump K45000-3G | Technical Data | |
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| Quintuplex High-Pressure Pump K55000-5G | Technical Data | |
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| Quintuplex High-Pressure Pump K100000-5G | Technical Data | |
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| Quintuplex High-Pressure Pump K300000-5G | Technical Data | |
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Frequently Asked Questions About High-Pressure Pumps
A high-pressure pump moves fluids at very high pressure. It generates that pressure through volumetric displacement: during the intake stroke, the cylinder fills with the medium; during the pressure stroke, the fluid is forced through the outlet valve and into the discharge line. High-pressure pumps are used wherever elevated pressures are required for cleaning, testing, water hydraulics, or process technology.
KAMAT designs and manufactures high-pressure pumps for industrial applications at operating pressures up to 4,000 bar. In addition to the pump itself, the portfolio includes complete pump stations and custom high-pressure systems.
Looking for a high-pressure solution for your application? Our experts will support you through the sizing and selection process.
The most fundamental distinction among oscillating positive displacement pumps is between piston pumps and plunger pumps. In a piston pump, the seal travels with the piston; in a plunger pump, the seal remains stationary. For very high pressures, plunger pumps are the preferred design. Depending on the number of plungers, a further distinction is made between triplex pumps (3 plungers) and quintuplex pumps (5 plungers).
In many industrial applications, triplex plunger pumps have established themselves as the standard choice due to their balanced ratio of efficiency, maintenance requirements, and capital cost.
KAMAT focuses on robust high-pressure plunger pumps for continuous industrial duty and supports customers in selecting the right size and configuration for their needs.
The achievable pressure depends on the design, materials, and application requirements. KAMAT high-pressure pumps operate at pressures up to 4,000 bar. Even the smallest pump in the portfolio reaches pressures up to 2,000 bar with a drive power of 15 kW.
The pressure actually required depends on the application. Industrial cleaning often calls for a few hundred bar, while waterjet cutting and specialized process applications operate at significantly higher pressures.
Our application experts will help you identify the most cost-effective solution for your pressure and flow rate requirements.
The three primary selection criteria are operating pressure and flow rate, the fluid being pumped, and the installation conditions. These factors determine requirements for pump size, materials, sealing systems, and drive concept.
Beyond these fundamentals, operating hours, maintenance requirements, energy efficiency, and future expansion options all play a role in the decision.
KAMAT uses a modular component system that enables application-specific configuration while benefiting from standardized parts, high spare parts availability, and short service turnaround times.
With a few key technical parameters, we can recommend the right pump configuration for your application.
High-pressure pumps are used across a wide range of industries, including mining, steel production, chemicals, oil and gas, marine, food processing, and pharmaceuticals.
Typical applications include high-pressure cleaning, waterjet technology, pressure testing, water hydraulics, descaling, tank cleaning, and various processes in the chemical and process industries.
KAMAT supplies high-pressure pumps and complete high-pressure systems to demanding industrial customers worldwide, supporting them from initial sizing through to commissioning.
Want to know which solution has proven itself in your industry? Talk to our application specialists.
