Petersen 130-216-2 8"-16" Dia Inflatable Municipal Style Pipe Plug, 2" MNPT Bypass

Overview

This versatile Petersen 130-216-2 8"-16" Dia Inflatable Municipal Style Pipe Plug with a 2" MNPT Bypass is designed for the testing and monitoring of residential and commercial piping systems. Its flexible "Muni Ball" design, made from molded natural rubber, allows it to bend up to 90 degrees, making it ideal for navigating tight spaces and navigating bends within pipelines. This plug provides a reliable and temporary seal for pipes ranging from 8 to 16 inches in diameter, while the integrated bypass port allows for continuous flow or monitoring during operations, essential for efficient installation and repair tasks.

Key Features

• Wide Diameter Range: Effectively seals pipes with internal diameters from 8 inches to 16 inches, suitable for various residential and commercial piping.
• Integrated 2" MNPT Bypass: Allows for fluid bypass, continuous flow, or convenient pressure monitoring during testing and maintenance.
• Highly Flexible Design: "Muni Ball" style plug can bend up to 90 degrees, enabling easy navigation through pipe bends and challenging access points.
• Durable Construction: Molded natural rubber body with aluminum and plated carbon steel components ensures reliability for repeated municipal and commercial applications.
• Easy Inflation: Features a removable tire valve for easy inflation, allowing for replacement with quick disconnect fittings if preferred.

Specifications

• Product Type: Inflatable Municipal Style Pipe Plug with Bypass
• Nominal Size: 8"-16" (200mm-400mm)
• Diameter, Deflated: 7.5" (186mm)
• Diameter, Max: 16.25" (413mm)
• By-Pass Flow Through: 2" MNPT One End
• Inflation Port Type and Size: Tire Valve, Removable, 1/4" Male QD To 1/4" MNPT
• Port, Pressure Monitoring Size: 1/4" QD Cplg
• Length Deflated: 28" (711mm)
• Material, Body: Molded Natural Rubber
• Material, Metal Components: Aluminum and Plated Carbon Steel
• Eye Bolt: (2) Eye Nut on Front Inflation Plate ID of 3/4"
• Pressure, Inflation Required: 45 psi (3 bar)
• Pressure, Pipeline Max: See First Back Pressure Chart Below
• Temperature Max. Service: 140°F (60°C)
• Country of Origin: USA
• Shipping Weight: 16 Lbs (7.26 Kg)

Applications

Essential for municipal water and wastewater departments, plumbing contractors, and utility companies involved in the installation, repair, and testing of residential and commercial sewer and water lines. Ideal for isolating sections of pipe for leak detection, bypass operations, or system flushing where a temporary, flexible, and bypass-enabled seal is required. Its ability to navigate bends makes it particularly useful in complex urban infrastructure and hard-to-reach areas.

Performance and Characteristics

The Petersen 130-216-2 Muni Ball plug offers excellent flexibility and adaptability, allowing professionals to navigate difficult pipe configurations with ease. Its robust molded natural rubber body and durable aluminum and plated carbon steel components ensure a reliable seal for effective testing and monitoring. The integrated 2" MNPT bypass port significantly enhances operational efficiency by permitting continuous flow or easy access for instrumentation. This plug is designed for high performance in typical municipal and commercial piping system applications, providing a dependable solution for temporary isolation at pipeline pressures up to the limits specified in the back pressure chart and service temperatures up to 140°F (60°C).

Additional Information

Manufactured in the USA by Petersen Products, a trusted name in pipe plugging solutions, this municipal-style plug is engineered for durability and ease of use in professional settings. The removable tire valve allows for versatile inflation methods, including quick disconnect fittings. Proper inflation to the required 45 psi (3 bar) is crucial for ensuring a secure seal and safe operation. Two eye nuts with a 3/4" ID are included on the front inflation plate for secure tethering and positioning. Its design helps streamline work on critical infrastructure, reducing downtime and enhancing productivity.

Streamline your pipe testing and repair operations with advanced flexibility and bypass capabilities. Secure the versatile Petersen 130-216-2 Inflatable Municipal Style Pipe Plug today!