Hole Size: 13" , Max. Pressure: 100 psi , Max. Temp.: 225 Degree F
Features
- Petersen 129 Series inflatable pipe plugs are configured with a small hot tap hole for maintaining pipeline integrity and minimising environmental risks.
- They can be fixed in out-of-round pipes to ensure a better seal than mechanical stops.
- These flexible units have light weight to enable fast deployment.
- These Multi-Flex plugs feature ballistic nylon reinforced polyurethane construction for prolonged use.
- They have a small deflated plug diameter for allowing insertion through a small hot tap.
- They can withstand pressures up to 200 psi and have deflated plug diameters ranging from 1 to 41 inches.
Compatible Accessories
- Petersen Inflation Rams: They are used for both inflation and positioning of the plug by making a mechanical connection.
- Petersen Launch Cylinders: They offer a seal around the inflation ram as it pushes the Multi-Flex line stop plugs into the pipeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to assemble inflatable pipe plugs?
- Attach a tapping saddle.
- Attach a full port tapping valve.
- Close the valve and test the saddle & valve for leaks.
- Attach the hot tapping drilling equipment to the valve.
- Open the valve completely.
- Open the chip removal valve.
- Drill the hot tap hole.
- Close the hot tap valve.
- Remove the hot tapping drilling equipment.
What are the safety precautions to follow before installing inflatable pipe plugs?
- Stay out of area that is in-lined with plug ends during use.
- Do not use flushers or standard plugs with chemicals that may attack nylon / nitrile / polyurethane, or at temperatures over 180 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Inspect the product before and after each use.
- Insert plugs completely into the pipeline.
- Make sure to always position the plug where there are no protrusions or sharp edges.
- Before installing under water, it may be mandatory to first inflate the plug slightly.
Which hot tap plugging components are used with inflatable pipe plugs?
- Plug launch cylinder
- Inflation ram
- Tapping saddle
- Tapping valve
- Hot tapping equipment
- Inflation ram anchor lugs