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    Air-Inflatable Plugs

    Image of Product. Style B. Front orientation. Expansion Plugs. Air-Inflatable Plugs, With Zinc-Plated Steel Chain/Ring, Style B.

    Style B

    Conform to wide and out-of-round pipes with these inflatable plugs. Also known as pneumatic plugs, they're designed for temporary seals since they can lose pressure over time. They’re better for lower-pressure applications than water-inflatable plugs. Inflate them with a hand pump; an air compressor may overinflate the plug and cause damage.
    Plugs with a chain or eyebolt can be tethered through either so they don't get lost or stuck in your pipes during installation. For easy removal once testing is complete, pull on your tether.
    With Zinc-Plated Steel Chain/Ring
    Image of Product. Style B. Front orientation. Expansion Plugs. Air-Inflatable Plugs, With Zinc-Plated Steel Chain/Ring, Style B.

    Style B

    Ribbed Body—Plugs with a ribbed texture have better traction against pipe walls than plugs with a smooth texture. When sealing oily or polished walls, they’ll resist slipping.
    Maximum Air Back Pressure—Maximum air back pressure is the amount of pressure a plug can withstand without moving.
    Maximum Water Back Pressure—Maximum water back pressure refers to the pressure resulting from the height of the water above the plug.
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    Deflated
    Max. Back
    Pressure
    Style
    Size
    ID
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    Ht.
    Chain
    Lg.
    Air,
    psi
    Water, ft.
    of head
    Req. Inflation
    Pressure, psi
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Seal Material
    Body
    Texture
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    B4 to 63.40" to 6.25"3 1/4"9 1/2"12"174030-20 to 125Natural Rubber
    		Ribbed3058K240000000
    With Zinc-Plated Steel Eyebolt
    Image of Product. Ribbed Body. Front orientation. Expansion Plugs. Air-Inflatable Plugs, With Zinc-Plated Steel Eyebolt, Ribbed Body.

    Ribbed

    Body

    Ribbed Body—Plugs with a ribbed texture have better traction against pipe walls than plugs with a smooth texture. When sealing oily or polished walls, they’ll resist slipping.
    Maximum Air Back Pressure—Maximum air back pressure is the amount of pressure a plug can withstand without moving.
    Maximum Water Back Pressure—Maximum water back pressure refers to the pressure resulting from the height of the water above the plug.
    For
    Pipe
    Deflated
    Max. Back
    Pressure
    Size
    ID
    Dia.
    Ht.
    Air,
    psi
    Water, ft.
    of head
    Req. Inflation
    Pressure, psi
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Seal Material
    Body
    Texture
    Each
    4 to 63.75" to 6.25"3 1/2"9 13/16"174030-20 to 125Natural Rubber
    		Ribbed3058K250000000

    Air- and Water-Inflatable Plugs

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Contains Inset. Expansion Plugs. Air- and Water-Inflatable Plugs.
    Penetrate tight pipe junctures with the most flexible expansion plugs we offer. To inflate with air, use a hand pump (sold separately). Whether you fill with air or water, a pressure relief valve will prevent over expanding.
    Maximum Air Back Pressure—Maximum air back pressure is the amount of pressure a plug can withstand without moving.
    Maximum Water Back Pressure—Maximum water back pressure refers to the pressure resulting from the height of the water above the plug.
    For
    Pipe
    Deflated
    Max. Back
    Pressure
    Water Inlet
    Material
    Size
    ID
    Dia.
    Ht.
    Air,
    psi
    Water, ft.
    of head
    Req. Inflation
    Pressure, psi
    Thread
    Type
    Hose
    Size
    Gender
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Seal
    Fitting
    Features
    Each
    4 to 63.75" to 6.25"3 1/2"11"133030GHT
    		3/4Female35 to 95Natural Rubber
    		BrassPressure-Relief Valve, Strap Handle, Tire Thread Inflation Valve2437K57000000
     

    Air- and Water-Inflatable Plugs for Wye-Joints

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Contains Inset. Expansion Plugs. Air- and Water-Inflatable Plugs for Wye-Joints.
    These extra-long plugs allow you to seal off two pipes at the same time. They have two separate inflation chambers to release back pressure gradually and prevent splash back as water clears the drain line. To inflate with air, use a hand pump (sold separately). Whether you fill with air or water, a pressure relief valve will prevent over expanding.
    Maximum Air Back Pressure—Maximum air back pressure is the amount of pressure a plug can withstand without moving.
    Maximum Water Back Pressure—Maximum water back pressure refers to the pressure resulting from the height of the water above the plug.
    For
    Pipe
    Deflated
    Max. Back
    Pressure
    Water Inlet
    Material
    Size
    ID
    Dia.
    Ht.
    Air,
    psi
    Water, ft.
    of head
    Req. Inflation
    Pressure, psi
    Thread
    Type
    Hose
    Size
    Gender
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Seal
    Fitting
    Features
    Includes
    Each
    4 to 64.00" to 6.25"2 5/8"30"133050GHT
    		3/4Female35 to 95Natural Rubber
    		BrassPressure-Relief Valve, Strap Handle, Tire Thread Inflation Valve4-ft. Lg. Air Hose2437K560000000
     
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