Sealing Plugs
What is...
Sealing plugs are devices used to close off or seal openings in various types of equipment, containers or systems.
They are available in a range of materials, each offering different properties.
Key features:
- leak prevention - prevent the escape of fluids or gases from systems
- contamination protection - keep dust, dirt, and other contaminents out of senstive equipment
- pressure regulation - help maintain pressure levels, by preventin leaks, in high-pressure systems
- maintenance and testing - temporary sealing during maintenance or testing operations
Used in:
- pluming, automotive fuel systems, HVAC systems
- electronics, medical devices, food processing equipment
- hydralic systems, pressure vessels, compressors
- pipelines, tanks, other larger industrial systems
Sealing plugs are essential components in a wide range of industries, providing critical protection and ensuring the proper functioning of various systems.
Proper selection, installation and maintenance are key to their effectivness.
Selection criteria:
- ensure the plug material is compatible with fluids or gases in the system
- consider chemical resistence
- proper sizing for effective seal
- correct measuring of the diameter and shape of the opening
- consider factors like UV light, weather conditions, and potential mechanical stress
- choose for correct pressure and temperature conditions
Maintenance:
- follow guidelines for proper installation
- ensure plugs are seated correctly and securly to avoid leaks
- regularly inspect them for signs of wear, damage, or degredation
- replace them as needed to maintain system integrity
Expansion Sealing Plugs
Standard Expansion Sealing Plugs.
Available in zinc-plated, stainless or aluminium.
Short Expansion Sealing Plugs.
Imperial.
Available in zinc-plated, stainless or aluminium.
Standaed Expansion Sealing Plugs.
Imperial.
Available in zinc-plated, stainless or aluminium.
Pull Sealing Plugs
HIgh Pressure Sealing Plugs.
To blank off drilled holes.
Steel.
High pressure Sealing Plugs.
Select bore size before ordering.
Steel.
Blocker Sealing Plugs
High Pressure Sealing Plugs.
0.075mm/mm taper over their length.
Burst pressure 35 bar (500 psi)
Restrictors
A2 Stainless steel.
For restricting flow.
Calibrated hole diameter.
Setting Tools
Hand Setting Tool for sealing plugs.
Heat-treated tool steel.
Air Setting Tool for sealing plugs.
Heat-treated tool steel.
Pull Expansion Sealing Plugs
High pressure sealing plugs to blank off air and gas.
Short and long version.
Steel, black oxide finish.
