Where water is corrosive, stainless steel parts last longer than cast iron, gun metal or mild steel. SKI supplies SS 304 cylinder assemblies, SS connecting rods and SS riser pipes for India Mark 2 hand pumps, made in Patna, India.
Why choose stainless steel parts?
In some places the water is so corrosive that the normal cast iron cylinder with gun-metal components cannot be used. Mild steel rods corrode easily, and galvanized iron pipes are not the answer either. Stainless steel parts are the answer for these sites, and SKI makes them for the India Mark 2.
SS 304 cylinder assembly for India Mark 2
Where the normal cast iron cylinder with gun-metal components cannot be used because of the water, we developed an SS 304 cylinder. The cylinder body and all the inside components are made of SS 304 stainless steel and are extremely resistant to corrosion. An SS 304 cylinder assembly is also available for the Extra Deepwell hand pump.


SS connecting rods

While mild steel (MS) rods can corrode easily, stainless steel connecting rods are more resistant to corrosion. They are available in SS 202 as well as SS 304 versions.
SS riser pipes for India Mark 2
These riser pipes are used instead of galvanized iron pipes where the water is corrosive.

Which stainless steel parts do I need?
| Part | Made of | Use it when |
|---|---|---|
| Cylinder assembly | SS 304 | The water is too corrosive for cast iron with gun-metal parts |
| Connecting rods | SS 202 or SS 304 | Mild steel rods would corrode |
| Riser pipes | Stainless steel | The water is too corrosive for galvanized iron pipe |
Genuine SKI parts
All SKI genuine pumps and parts are affixed with 3D phase-shifting holographic stickers, so you can tell a genuine part when you see one.

Why buy from SKI
- Hand pump manufacturer since 1961, exporting to 50+ countries
- ISO 9001:2015 quality system for the manufacture and supply of hand pumps and allied accessories
- Our own hot-dip galvanizing plant, galvanizing to IS 4759
Ask for a quote
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SS parts FAQ
- Which grades are the connecting rods? SS 202 and SS 304 versions are available.
- When should I choose SS riser pipes? Instead of galvanized iron pipes, where the water is corrosive.
- When do I need the SS 304 cylinder? Where the normal cast iron cylinder with gun-metal components cannot be used because of the water.
- How do I know the parts are genuine? Genuine SKI pumps and parts carry a 3D holographic sticker.
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