Petersen 127-016- Multi-Flex 16" Dia High Pressure Inflatable Pipe Plug

Overview

This high-performance Petersen 127-016 16" Dia Multi-Flex High Pressure Inflatable Pipe Plug is engineered to significantly reduce safety and environmental risks during pipeline operations. Lighter than traditional molded rubber plugs, it saves time and labor costs. Its unique design, featuring an industrial ballistic nylon reinforced polyurethane outer ply, allows it to navigate small openings with high flexibility while expanding to effectively seal pipes up to 16 inches in diameter. This plug delivers higher pressure capabilities and superior robustness compared to other inflatable plugs, making it ideal for demanding high-pressure blocking applications.

Key Features

• High Pressure Capability: Handles significantly higher pressures, making it more robust than other inflatable plugs for demanding applications.
• Reduced Risks: Designed to minimize safety and environmental risks during pipe blocking operations.
• Time & Labor Savings: Lighter weight than molded rubber plugs, contributing to increased efficiency and reduced operational costs.
• Navigates Small Openings: Small deflated diameter of 9 inches (229mm) and high flexibility allow easy access through confined spaces.
• Extreme Puncture & Tear Resistance: Industrial ballistic nylon reinforced polyurethane outer ply ensures exceptional durability and longevity.
• Extended Shelf Life: Synthetic materials provide many more years of shelf life compared to traditional molded rubber plugs.
• Conforms to Pipe Shapes: Designed to conform to most pipe shapes for a versatile and secure seal.
• Compact Storage: Requires minimal storage space, ideal for transport and on-site deployment.
• Extended Pipe Contact Length: Offers a much longer pipe contact length than most other plugs, enhancing sealing integrity.
• Quadruple Positioning Loops: Features four tethering loops on both ends for enhanced security and precise positioning.

Specifications

• Product Type: Multi-Flex High Pressure Inflatable Pipe Plug
• Diameter, Max: 16" (406mm)
• Diameter, Deflated: 9" (229mm)
• Length Deflated: 40" (1016mm)
• Length, Contact, Est.: 24" (610mm)
• Length, Overall, Inflated: 32" (813mm)
• Material, Outer Ply: Industrial Ballistic Nylon Reinforced Polyurethane
• Material, Hardware: Aluminum and Plated Carbon Steel
• Material, Metal Components: Aluminum and Plated Carbon Steel
• Port Location, Inflation: End, Centered
• Port, Inflation: 1/2" QD Plug
• Port, Pressure Monitoring Size: 1/4" QD Coupling
• Positioning Loops, No. & Location: Four on Both Ends
• Pressure, Inflation Max.: 100 psi (6.89 bar)
• Pressure, Pipeline Max Head: 50 psi (3.45 bar) / 115' (35.15 m)
• Country of Origin: USA
• Shipping Weight: 28 Lb (12.70 Kg)
• Temperature Max. Service: 225°F (107.22°C)

Applications

Essential for highly demanding professional applications including water utility maintenance, industrial piping systems, and various construction projects that require reliable high-pressure blocking. Ideal for isolating sections of pipe for repairs, inspections, or hydro-testing where high internal pipeline pressures are present. Its ability to navigate small openings makes it suitable for confined access points, ensuring precise and secure sealing.

Performance and Characteristics

The Petersen 127-016 Multi-Flex plug sets a new standard for inflatable pipe plugs, designed to withstand high pressures with exceptional reliability. The industrial ballistic nylon reinforced polyurethane outer ply provides superior resistance to punctures, tears, and abrasion, ensuring a long and durable service life, even at service temperatures up to 225°F (107.22°C). It can manage maximum inflation pressures of 100 psi (6.89 bar) and pipeline head pressures up to 50 psi (3.45 bar) / 115' (35.15 m). Its high flexibility and relatively small deflated diameter (9") allow for easy insertion into and conformation within pipes up to 16". The extended pipe contact length (24" inflated) enhances sealing integrity, while the four positioning loops on both ends provide secure handling and placement.

Additional Information

Manufactured in the USA by Petersen Products, a pioneer in advanced pipe plugging technology, this high-pressure inflatable plug offers significant advantages over traditional methods, including reduced safety risks and lower labor costs due to its lighter weight (28 Lb / 12.70 Kg). The use of synthetic materials guarantees a longer shelf life and consistent performance. Proper inflation to the specified maximum pressure is critical for safe and effective operation. This plug is a critical tool for professionals seeking efficient, reliable, and safe pipeline isolation in challenging high-pressure environments.

Achieve superior high-pressure pipeline isolation. Secure the Petersen 127-016 Multi-Flex Inflatable Pipe Plug for your most demanding projects today!