HFT® Pipestoppers® offers a wide range of Solid Rubber Pipe Plugs and Stoppers that are made from a special rubber material, known for its thickness and strength. The unique rubber used in these plugs provides excellent resistance against high pressure, as well as petrochemical fluids and vapours.
With their quick inflation time of just seconds, these Solid Rubber Inflatable Plugs are perfect for swiftly and securely blocking and sealing pipes, joints, channels, inlets, and various other applications. They are lightweight, easy to remove, and can withstand temperatures ranging from -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F).
Moreover, they exhibit high resistance to oils, hydrocarbons, and petrochemicals. These durable plugs are designed for long-term use and feature quick disconnect fittings. Each plug covers a wide range of diameters, from 35 mm to 2000 mm (1.5″ to 78″), ensuring versatility and flexibility in their application.
Applications
- Blocking pipes, tubes, dams, inlets, storage tanks, manholes and channels.
- For use in water, sewage, fluid production (milk, beer, chemicals), petrochemical, pharmaceutical, gas pipeline systems.
- Restricting, diverting and bypassing flow during pipeline maintenance or modification.
- Keeping pipeline free of dirt and contaminants by capping and blocking the ends.
- Can be floated down pipes and stopped at a desired location by holding onto the inflation hose.
Ordering
Standard
|
Part No. |
Nominal
Min. |
Size
Max. |
Working Pressure Bar |
Deflated Diameter mm |
Length mm |
Bypass Diameter Inch |
Weight kg |
Price |
|
RPP3570 |
35 |
70 |
2.5 |
33 |
300 |
|
0.20 |
£ 135.43 |
|
RPP5010 |
50 |
100 |
2.5 |
45 |
330 |
|
0.40 |
£ 161.87 |
|
RPP7015 |
70 |
150 |
2.5 |
64 |
375 |
|
0.60 |
£ 191.59 |
|
RPP1020 |
100 |
200 |
2.5 |
88 |
550 |
|
1.15 |
£ 204.81 |
|
RPP1530 |
150 |
300 |
2.5 |
138 |
550 |
|
2.10 |
£ 300.62 |
|
RPP2040 |
200 |
400 |
2.5 |
185 |
650 |
|
3.10 |
£ 356.90 |
|
RPP3060 |
300 |
600 |
2.5 |
285 |
850 |
|
9.50 |
£ 627.00 |
|
RPP5100 |
500 |
1000 |
2.5 |
486 |
1150 |
|
26.5 |
£ 2244.00 |
|
RPP6012 |
600 |
1200 |
2.5 |
586 |
1300 |
|
35.0 |
£ 2805.00 |
|
Multi-Size Rubber Plugs |
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|
RPP5010-15-1 |
50 |
100 |
1.5 |
45 |
330 |
1/4 |
1.20 |
£ 323.40 |
|
RPP5010-25-1 |
50 |
100 |
2.5 |
45 |
330 |
1/4 |
1.20 |
£ 323.40 |
|
RPP7015-15-1 |
70 |
150 |
1.5 |
64 |
400 |
1/2 |
1.50 |
£ 376.20 |
|
RPP7015-15-2 |
70 |
150 |
1.5 |
64 |
400 |
2 x 1/4 |
1.50 |
£ 409.20 |
|
RPP7015-25-1 |
70 |
150 |
2.5 |
64 |
400 |
1/2 |
1.50 |
£ 376.20 |
|
RPP7015-25-2 |
70 |
150 |
2.5 |
64 |
400 |
2 x 1/4 |
1.50 |
£ 409.20 |
|
RPP1020-15-1 |
100 |
200 |
1.5 |
88 |
500 |
1 |
2.60 |
£ 475.20 |
|
RPP1020-15-2 |
100 |
200 |
1.5 |
88 |
500 |
2 x 1/4 |
2.60 |
£ 541.20 |
|
RPP1020-25-1 |
100 |
200 |
2.5 |
88 |
500 |
1 |
2.60 |
£ 475.20 |
|
RPP1020-25-2 |
100 |
200 |
2.5 |
88 |
500 |
2 x 1/4 |
2.60 |
£ 541.20 |
|
RPP1530-15-1 |
150 |
300 |
1.5 |
138 |
580 |
2 |
4.50 |
£ 580.80 |
|
RPP1530-15-2 |
150 |
300 |
1.5 |
138 |
580 |
2 x 1 |
3.50 |
£ 627.00 |
|
RPP1530-25-1 |
150 |
300 |
2.5 |
138 |
580 |
2 |
4.50 |
£ 580.80 |
|
RPP1530-25-2 |
150 |
300 |
2.5 |
138 |
580 |
2 x 1 |
3.50 |
£ 627.00 |
|
RPP2040-15-1 |
200 |
400 |
1.5 |
185 |
680 |
2 |
8.50 |
£ 660.00 |
|
RPP2040-15-2 |
200 |
400 |
1.5 |
185 |
680 |
2 x 1 |
8.50 |
£ 726.00 |
|
RPP2040-25-1 |
200 |
400 |
2.5 |
185 |
680 |
2 |
8.50 |
£ 693.00 |
|
RPP2040-25-2 |
200 |
400 |
2.5 |
185 |
680 |
2 x 1 |
8.50 |
£ 759.00 |
|
RPP2050-15-4 |
200 |
500 |
1.5 |
185 |
820 |
2 |
9.50 |
£ 742.50 |
|
RPP3060-15-1 |
300 |
600 |
1.5 |
285 |
820 |
2 |
15.20 |
£ 957.00 |
|
RPP3060-15-2 |
300 |
600 |
1.5 |
285 |
820 |
2 x 2 |
18.50 |
£ 1155.00 |
|
RPP3060-15-3 |
300 |
600 |
1.5 |
285 |
850 |
1 x 3 |
18.50 |
£ 1155.00 |
|
RPP3060-25-1 |
300 |
600 |
2.5 |
285 |
820 |
2 |
15.20 |
£ 990.00 |
|
RPP3060-25-2 |
300 |
600 |
2.5 |
285 |
820 |
2 x 2 |
18.50 |
£ 1089.00 |
|
RPP3060-25-3 |
300 |
600 |
2.5 |
285 |
850 |
1 x 3 |
18.50 |
£ 1089.00 |
FAQs
1. What is the size range of the Inflatable Rubber Plugs?
The sizes available are 2 to 78″ (51 to 1,981 mm).
2. Are the Inflatable Rubber Plugs suitable for petrochemical applications?
Yes, the new Inflatable Rubber Plugs are suitable for use in petrochemical applications, as well as many others.
3. What material are the Inflatable Rubber Plugs made out of?
The Plugs are manufactured from high quality rubber, comprising a mix of styrene, butadiene and isoprene.
4. What is the working pressure range of the Plugs?
Available in 1.5 to 2.5 bar options. 6 bar are available as specials in sizes below 24” (610 mm).
5. Does one plug cover a range of sizes?
Yes, some models of the rubber pipe plugs cover a size range which provides a cost effective method of plugging for the customer – you only have to purchase 1 plug.
6. Is the set-up complicated?
No, inflating the plug is very simple, just a standard quick disconnect fitting from compressor to plug.
7. Do the plugs have a by-pass arrangement?
Yes, we have rubber pipe plugs available that are fitted with a by-pass arrangement in 1/2”, 1”, 2”, 3” and 4” (13, 25, 50, 75 and 100 mm) diameter depending on plug size. These are often used in conjunction with the solid plugs for blocking and then draining or for pressure testing. Multiple bypass arrangement available.
8. How do I retrieve the plug after installation?
Metal lugs are attached to the top of the rubber pipe plug which can be used to connect wire or rope so that retrieval after use is very easy. NOTE: All Plugs must be braced prior to use.
9. Do these plugs take a long time to deflate after use?
No, as soon as the air line is disconnected the plugs instantly deflate, it takes a matter of seconds.
10. Can they be used for testing?
Yes, for water and air. Often used in manholes and sewers. Large usage in the repair of sewer pipes.
11. What is the temperature range?
-40 to 70ºC.
