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Adhesive Back	Screw On

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Weld On

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Pull Through	Expandable

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DFARS Specialty Metals
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3,018 Products

Caps

Round Caps

Slide these flexible vinyl caps on and they conform for a snug fit.

Heavy Duty Round Caps

Made of rigid plastic, these caps are more wear resistant than vinyl caps but not as flexible.

Domed Round Caps

The large domed head extends beyond the diameter of your pipe, rod, or tubing for added protection.

Metal Round Caps

More durable than plastic caps, these provide the most protection from abrasion and impact.

Sure-Grip Round Caps

A long, textured pull tab provides a sure grip for quick removal even when wearing gloves.

Roll-Resistant Round Caps

Commonly used on shipping tubes, these caps have a square head to prevent round objects from rolling during shipping and storage.

Hanging Round Caps

Slide these caps over a tool handle or other round object and use the eye to hang it.

Tethered Round Caps

The tethered design allows frequent access to the ends of pipe, tubing, and other round objects without ever misplacing the cap.

Food Industry Round Caps

Made of FDA listed materials, these caps are suitable for food contact.

High-Temperature Round Caps

Good for electroplating, paint baking, and powder-coating applications, these caps withstand temperatures up to 440° F or 570° F.

Chemical-Resistant Round Caps

These caps have excellent chemical resistance for masking parts during chemical finishing applications such as plating and anodizing.

Conductive Round Caps

With a surface resistivity of less than 10⁵ ohms, these caps not only dissipate electrical charges, but can be used as an electrical shield.

Antistatic Round Caps

Keep equipment safe from electrical currents with these caps that have a surface resistivity of less than 10¹² ohms.

High-Temperature Tapered Caps

Made of silicone, these caps withstand temperatures of 450° F for electroplating, paint-baking, and powder-coating applications. All of these flexible caps are tapered to fit a variety of unthreaded and threaded objects.

Tapered Cap Assortments

Keep tapered caps of various sizes on hand to solve whatever problems arise. These flexible plastic caps are tapered to fit a variety of unthreaded and threaded objects.

Tapered Caps

These flexible plastic caps are tapered to fit a variety of unthreaded and threaded objects.

Heavy Duty Angle Caps

Made of rigid plastic, these caps provide more wear resistance to the ends of angle iron than vinyl caps but are not as flexible.

Heavy Duty Square Caps

Made of rigid plastic, these caps are more wear resistant than vinyl caps but not as flexible.

Corner Caps

Guard the corners of fragile materials such as glass and mirrors.

Rectangular Caps

Slide these flexible vinyl caps onto rectangular objects and they conform for a snug fit.

Angle Caps

Place these flexible vinyl caps over the ends of your angle iron and they conform for a snug fit.

Square Caps

Slide these flexible vinyl caps on and they conform for a snug fit.

High-Visibility Pull-Tab Caps

A vibrant yellow color makes these caps stand out. They are made of flexible rubber that conforms for a snug fit. Pull the tab for easy removal.

Flexible Pull-Tab Caps

Slide these flexible vinyl caps on and they conform for a snug fit. Pull the tab for easy removal.

Heat-Shrink Round Caps

Permanently seal pipe, tubing, conduit, and even crimped electrical connections. Slide these flexible caps on and use a heat gun to tightly shrink them to the shape of whatever they are covering. Their outer surface shrinks while the inner wall flows into voids to create a sealed connection.

Propane Tank Tear-Tab Caps

Designed for propane tanks such as those on forklifts and grills, these caps protect tank valves during storage and transit. Push the caps onto the valves, then tear their tab to break the seal for easy removal.

Tear-Tab Caps

Push these caps onto pipe and fittings, then tear their tab to break the seal for easy removal.

Stretchable Sealing Caps

Tug on the pull tabs to stretch these caps onto the tips of bottles, beakers, flasks, and cylinders, creating an airtight seal.

Squeeze Top Caps

Squeeze the dome top to remove these caps. They're commonly used as thread protectors.

Stretchable Elastic Caps

Similar to a shower cap, these caps have an elastic band that allows them to stretch and cover a variety of shapes in a range of sizes.

Threaded Caps

Protect externally threaded components from contaminants during fabrication and storage.

Rebar Caps

Keep personnel safe from protruding rebar and pipe. Made of rigid plastic, these durable safety caps are bright orange or yellow for excellent visibility.

Fastener Caps

Screw Caps

Conceal and protect the tops of socket head or button head screws.

Threaded Standoff Caps

Give open-ended standoffs a finished look and protect them from dirt and debris.

Hex Nut Caps

Sized to fit hex nuts, these caps snap on for a tight hold and provide protection from corrosion.

Hinged Fastener Caps

A one-piece hinged design allows frequent access to screw heads without misplacing the top. To conceal and protect the entire screw head, insert your screw through the hole in the base and flip the hinged top over.

Snap-On Fastener Caps

To conceal and protect the entire screw head, insert your screw through the hole in the base and snap on the top.

Stacking Caps and Targets

Weld these caps and targets to the ends of posts to create stackable shelving and racking systems.

Flange Caps

SAE Flange Caps

Protect SAE hydraulic flanges during shipping, storing, and finishing applications.

Flange Caps

Snap these caps into flange bolt holes to safeguard pipe flanges during shipping, storing, and finishing applications. They all have a thick center pad to protect the flange opening and pipe threads from damage.

Adhesive-Back Flange Caps

Stick these caps on the raised surfaces of flanges or other flat surfaces for extra protection during transport and storage.

Stretchable Flange Caps

Stretch these caps over flared edges such as flanged tubing and valve handles.

Round Plugs

Antistatic Round Plugs

Keep equipment safe from electrical currents with these plugs that have a surface resistivity of less than 10¹² ohms.

Flanged Pull-Through Round Plugs

Designed with a flange, these plugs protect countersunk holes during anodizing, electroplating, paint baking, and powder-coating applications. All withstand temperatures up to 600° F. Use the smaller end of the plug to pull the larger end into a through hole to form a tight seal.

Sealing Plugs

With a compressible flanged top, these plugs are designed to seal the ends of copper tubing often used in water supply lines, refrigerant lines, and HVAC compressors. All are sized to fit standard copper tube dimensions.

Miniature Pull-Through Round Plugs

Also known as mouse tails, these tiny plugs fit through-hole IDs as small as 0.022”, 0.025", or 0.03”.

Chemical-Resistant Pull-Through Round Plugs

These plugs have excellent chemical resistance for masking parts during chemical finishing applications such as plating and anodizing. Use the smaller end of the plug to pull the larger end into a through hole to form a tight seal.

Round Plugs

The hollow construction allows these plugs to compress for a snug fit in threaded and unthreaded holes.

Conductive Round Plugs

With a surface resistivity of less than 10⁵ ohms, these plugs not only dissipate electrical charges, but can be used as an electrical shield.

High-Temperature Pull-Through Round Plugs

Good for electroplating, paint baking, and powder-coating applications, these plugs withstand temperatures up to 600° F. To form a tight seal, use the smaller end of the plug to pull the larger end into a through hole.

Snap-In Round Plugs

Flexible ridges or straps hold these plugs in place and allow them to fit a range of hole diameters.

Threaded Round Plugs for Straight-Thread Pipe

Seal tube and hose fittings to keep their straight threads protected from contaminants during fabrication and storage.

Pull-Tab Round Plugs

A time-saving alternative to threaded plugs, these plugs press in place and have an ergonomic pull tab for quick and easy removal. Use them to temporarily protect holes in objects from contaminants during storage, painting, and light fabrication.

Threaded Round Plugs for NPT Pipe

Protect internally threaded NPT connections from contaminants during fabrication and storage.

Threaded Round Plugs for 37° Flared Tube

Designed to fit into 37° flared connections such as those found on JIC and SAE fittings, these plugs protect internally threaded connections from contaminants during fabrication and storage.

Threaded Round Plugs for BSPT Pipe

Safeguard internally threaded BSPT connections from contaminants during fabrication and storage.

High-Temperature Round Plugs for NPT Pipe

These plugs withstand temperatures up to 600° F to protect internally threaded NPT connections from contaminants during electropainting, paint baking, and powder coating applications.

Tapered Plugs

High-Temperature Tapered Plugs

Good for electroplating, paint baking, and powder-coating applications, these plugs withstand temperatures up to 570° F. All are tapered to fit a range of hole diameters.

Miniature High-Temperature Tapered Plugs

Sized to fit small openings, these tiny plugs fit snugly but can be removed easily using the flange. They withstand temperatures up to 470° F, which makes them good for electroplating, paint baking, and powder-coating applications. All are tapered to fit a range of hole diameters.

Hollow High-Temperature Tapered Plugs

The hollow construction allows these plugs to compress for a snug fit in threaded and unthreaded holes of varying diameters. Good for electroplating, paint baking, and powder-coating applications, they withstand temperatures up to 450° F.

Expandable High-Temperature Tapered Plugs

Place a plug into an opening and tighten the wing nut—the sides expand to create a seal in holes of varying diameters. Good for paint baking and powder-coating applications, these plugs withstand temperatures up to 450° F.

Miniature Tapered Plugs

Sized to fit small openings, these tiny plugs fit snugly but can be removed easily using the flange. Their tapered design fits a range of hole diameters.

Hollow Tapered Plug Assortments

Keep hollow tapered plugs of various sizes on hand to solve whatever problems arise. The hollow construction allows these plugs to compress for a snug fit in threaded and unthreaded holes of varying diameters.

Expandable Tapered Plugs

Place a plug into an opening and tighten the wing nut—the sides expand to create a seal in holes of varying diameters.

Hollow Tapered Plugs

The hollow construction allows these plugs to compress for a snug fit in threaded and unthreaded holes of varying diameters.

Food Industry Tapered Plugs

Made of FDA listed materials, these plugs are suitable for food contact. They're tapered to fit a range of hole diameters.

Tapered Plugs

Often used as laboratory stoppers, these rubber plugs have good impact and abrasion resistance. They’re tapered to fit a range of hole diameters.

Corks

Lightweight and moisture resistant, these plugs are laboratory-grade 100% natural cork. They’re tapered to fit a range of hole diameters.

Chemical-Resistant Tapered Plugs

These plugs have excellent chemical resistance for masking parts during chemical finishing applications such as plating and anodizing. Their tapered design fits a range of hole diameters.

Pull-Ring Tapered Plugs

Pull the two built-in rings to quickly remove these plugs. All are tapered to fit a range of hole diameters.

Tamper-Evident Tapered Plugs

Often used on gas cylinders, these plugs cinch and lock tightly around valve heads to block the ports—they must be cut off making it clear if the cylinder has been tampered with. The plugs are tapered to fit a range of hole diameters.

Rectangular Plugs

Snap-In Rectangular Plugs

Flexible ridges securely hold these plugs in place and allow them to fit a range of hole sizes.

Push-In Rectangular Plugs

Push these plugs into an opening and friction holds them in place.

Square Plugs

Domed Square Plugs

Often used on metal furniture, these plugs provide a finished look on posts and tubes. Snap them into place and their flexible ridges will provide a secure grip.

Metal Square Plugs

More durable than plastic plugs, these provide the most protection from abrasion and impact. Use them to eliminate sharp edges and create a finished look on metal fence and machine-guard posts. Drive them in place with a hammer for a secure fit.

Snap-In Square Plugs

Flexible ridges or straps hold these plugs in place.

Push-In Square Plugs

Push these plugs into an opening and friction holds them in place.

Panel Plugs

Locking Panel Plugs

The wings on these plugs expand against the sides of a hole to lock them in place.

Vented Locking Panel Plugs

Vents in the top allow air circulation and permit heat and fumes to escape. All of these plugs have wings that expand against the sides of the hole to lock them in place.

Plastic Snap-In Panel Plugs

Tapered prongs or a snap-in ring securely hold these plugs in place.

Metal Snap-In Panel Plugs

Made of steel, these are our most durable plugs for panels. Tapered prongs snap into the hole to securely hold them in place.

Bellows

Breathable Round Bellows with Flange Ends

Wear-Resistant Breathable
Round Bellows with Flange Ends

Made of Kevlar, these are the most durable breathable round bellows with flange ends. They also protect against sparks and weld spatter.

High-Temperature Breathable
Round Bellows with Flange Ends

These fiberglass bellows withstand temperatures up to 450° F—about twice as much as standard breathable round bellows with flange ends. They also protect against flames and sparks.

Breathable Round Bellows with Cuff Ends

Sewn seams let these bellows breathe, so they retract quickly in fast-cycling applications.

Light Duty Round Bellows with Cuff Ends

Thinner than other round bellows with cuff ends, these flexible bellows are meant for light duty applications.

Round Bellows with Cuff Ends

These thick, rigid bellows provide excellent durability.

Food Industry Round Bellows with Cuff Ends

Made of FDA listed materials, these rigid bellows are suitable for food and beverage applications.

Create-Your-Own Round Bellows with Cuff Ends

Add cuff inserts to these flexible bellows for a custom fit.

Breathable Wraparound Round
Bellows with Flange Ends

No need to disassemble equipment—these bellows wrap around moving parts. Sewn seams let them breathe, so they retract quickly in fast-cycling applications.

Highly Compressible Round Bellows with Cuff Ends

Suitable for tight spaces, these highly compressible bellows have sealed seams to keep contaminants out.

Create-Your-Own Round Bellows with Flange Ends

Interlock bellows, mounting flanges, and links to create a custom-length bellows. These molded bellows are airtight to keep contaminants out.

Round Bellows with Cuff End and Flange End

Attach the cuff end with a hose clamp and screw mount the flange end.

Metal Telescoping Bellows

Made of coiled spring steel, these bellows protect equipment from hot and sharp chips.

Tapered Rectangular Bellows
with Cuff End and Flange End

Attach the cuff end with a hose clamp, and screw mount the flange end.

Tapered Round Bellows with Cuff Ends

Secure the cuff ends with hose clamps.

Tapered Round Bellows with Cuff End and Flange End

Attach the cuff end with a hose clamp, and screw mount the flange end.

Three-Sided Flat Bellows

Slide these bellows over flat moving surfaces on machinery, such as guideways.

Rectangular Bellows

Slide these bellows over square rods and shafts.

Flat Bellows

Guard flat moving surfaces on machinery.

Roll-Up Covers

Similar to a window shade, pull these covers out to protect surfaces and equipment in tight spaces.

High-Temperature Flat Bellows

These bellows withstand temperatures up to 500° F—more than twice as much as standard flat bellows.

Bridgeport Machine Bellows

Guard 9" and 12" travel Bridgeport milling machines by covering their rear knee/upper column and front knee.

Hydraulic Cylinder Bellows

Slip these bellows over hydraulic cylinder rods to keep them free from debris for a long service life.

Guide Rail Bellows

Also known as linear way covers, these bellows install on guide rails to protect the rails as carriages move across them.

Die Set Bellows

Secure these bellows to punch presses to prolong the life of their die sets.

Lift Table Bellows

Also known as lift table skirts, these bellows cover the working parts at the base of a lift table.

Gas Spring Bellows

Install these bellows over gas springs to protect their piston rods.

Joint Covers

U-Joint Covers

Protect U-joints to keep lubricants in and contaminants out.

Ball Joint Linkage Covers

Enclose ball joint linkages to keep lubricants in and contaminants out.

Ball Joint Rod End Covers

Shield ball joint rod ends to keep lubricants in and contaminants out.

Seal Protectors

Gas Spring Seal Protectors

Slide these protectors over gas springs to keep debris out of their seals.

Seal Protectors

Slide or zip these protectors around shocks and other moving parts to keep debris out of their seals.

Wrap-Around Sleeving

Hook-and-Loop Wrap-Around Sleeving

A strip of hook-and-loop creates a strong seal along the entire length of this sleeving, yet it can be opened at any point to access contents. Use it to wrap around wire, cable, or hose without disconnecting them.

Snap-Close Wrap-Around Sleeving

Snaps keep this sleeving securely closed, yet permit quick access to contents and allow you to route wires in between the snaps. Use it to easily wrap around wire, cable, and hose without disconnecting them.

Wrap-Around Sleeving

Wrap this sleeving around wire, cable, and hose without disconnecting them. It has a slit along the entire length and wraps over itself to stay closed without an adhesive strip or other closure.

Chemical-Resistant Wrap-Around Sleeving

Coated with PVC, this polyester sleeving resists chemicals and solvents. It has a slit along the entire length so it easily wraps around wire, cable, and hose without disconnecting them.

Interference-Shielding Wrap-Around Sleeving

Use this shielded sleeving to protect wire and cable from signal distortion caused by nearby equipment and devices. It has a slit along the entire length so it easily wraps around wire and cable without disconnecting them.

Wrap-Around Flat Sleeving

Unlike traditional sleeving that bunches wire and cable into a circle, this sleeving holds them flat, so it’s good for tight spaces such as vehicle interiors. It has a slit along the entire length so it easily wraps around wire and cable without disconnecting them.

Continuous-Flex Wrap-Around Sleeving

Often used to protect wire, cable, and hose in robotics and other automated applications, this highly flexible sleeving withstands continuous motion without tearing or fraying.

Abrasion-Resistant Wrap-Around Sleeving

The tightly braided construction makes this polyester sleeving abrasion resistant. It has a slit along the entire length so it easily wraps around wire, cable, and hose without disconnecting them.

Corrugated Sleeving

Slit Corrugated Sleeving

A slit along the length makes this sleeving easy to install over wire, cable, and hose without disconnecting them. The corrugated construction gives it impact and abrasion resistance similar to conduit, with more flexibility.

Flame-Retardant Slit Corrugated Sleeving

Rated UL 94 V-2, this sleeving resists combustion and minimizes the spread of flames. A slit along the length makes it easy to install over wire, cable, and hose without disconnecting them. It has impact and abrasion resistance similar to conduit, with more flexibility.

High-Strength Slit Corrugated Sleeving

Made of nylon, this sleeving is the most impact- and abrasion-resistant slit corrugated sleeving we offer. A slit along the length makes it easy to install over wire, cable, and hose without disconnecting them.

Heat-Reflective Slit Corrugated Sleeving

This sleeving reflects heat away from contents and withstands temperatures up to 300°F. A slit along the length makes it easy to install over wire, cable, and hose without disconnecting them. The corrugated construction gives it impact and abrasion resistance similar to conduit, with more flexibility.

Hinged Interlocking Corrugated Sleeving

A hinge along the entire length makes this one-piece sleeving easy to open for installation. Interlocking ridges overlap along the opening to protect contents from dust and dirt. The corrugated construction gives it the impact and abrasion resistance of conduit, with more flexibility.

Two-Piece Interlocking Corrugated Sleeving

The two halves of this sleeving nest into each other, fully enclosing contents. It has interlocking ridges that overlap to keep out dust and dirt. The corrugated construction gives it the impact and abrasion resistance of conduit, with more flexibility.

Packaging and Shipping

Corrosion-Inhibiting Mesh Sleeves

These sleeves contain a corrosion inhibitor to shield metal parts from corrosion.

Mesh Sleeves

Shield shafts and threaded parts from abrasion and chipping.

Round Adjustable-Length Shipping Tubes

Adjust these tubes by twisting the two halves. A hexagonal end prevents rolling.

Square Adjustable-Length Shipping Tubes

These tubes are easier to label and stack than round tubes. To adjust the length, push the ends of the tube together or pull them apart.

Square Cut-to-Length Shipping Tubes

Because of their square shape, these tubes can be stacked, and the flat surface is easier to label than a round surface.

Round Cut-to-Length Shipping Tubes

Close these tubes with a cap on each end.

Sealed-End Round Cut-to-Length Shipping Tubes

These tubes have one sealed end and one end that closes with a cap.

External Grip Puller Safety Guards

Wrap these guards around grip pullers, presses, and other moving equipment to protect yourself from flying debris.

Twist-to-Lock L-Handle Retractable Spring Plungers

Lock the nose into the retracted position by pulling the handle and rotating it 90°.

Power Transmission

Shaft Coupling Covers

Extend the life of your rigid shaft couplings by blocking out dirt, water, lubricants, and other contaminants. These two-piece covers twist together to form a shell around the coupling.

Coupling and Bearing Guards

Shield couplings and bearings from dirt and debris while protecting fingers and tools from moving parts.

Lathe Guards

Block chips while maintaining an unobstructed view of the workpiece.

Adjustable Lathe Guards

These guards mount and travel on the cross slides and are fully adjustable in all directions.