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End Caps

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What are End Caps?

End caps also known as tube end caps, are used as protective covers at the end of an object to provide protection against damage or dirt accumulation on pipes, furniture, and other applications.

They are used in many different industries and applications, including automotive, manufacturing, and construction. End caps are made from varied materials and come in many sizes to meet your unique needs and requirements.

Applications of End Caps

These versatile components are used across various industries to provide protection, safety, and aesthetic appeal in applications such as:

Gas Threads Cylinder and Valves: Prevents contamination and damage to threads and ensures secure, leak-free connections.

Hydraulics & Fluid Protection: Seals open ports and connectors, maintains system integrity and prevents fluid leakage.

Paint Works & Surface Treatment: Shields areas from overspray and debris to ensure a clean and precise finish.

Storage & Transit Protection: Safeguards ends of pipes, tubes, and rods and prevents damage during transportation.

Furniture & Metal Fabrication: Covers sharp edges for safety, enhances appearance of metal structures and protects surfaces from damage.

Threads & Industry Standards

Explore a range of threads including BSP, metric, threaded, non-threaded, NPT and UNF threads in various industry standards such as RoHS, ANSI, REACH, ISO and more.

Materials

Our end caps are manufactured from high performance materials such as plastic, PE, LDPE, EPDM, PVC, TPE and more.

For more information about our range of caps and plugs, head over to our knowledge centre for guides such as:

How to choose caps & plugs

A guide to plastic end caps

Ultimate guide to pipe protection


Banjo Union Caps PCR

This range of push-fit caps is designed for Banjo Union connections. They provide a protective cover during storage, transportation and testing . This helps prevent the entry of contaminants and fluid residue that could leak and damage the main component. The Banjo Union connector protects the banjo fitting when installed from the hydraulic hose connecting it to a fluid line.

This series is manufactured from Post Consumer Recycled material, which is designed to support Essentra’s ESG ambitions and those of our customers. Material: LDPE - PCR Colour: Green Series Code: SRTOPCR

Finned Stud Caps With Grip PCR

Finned Stud Caps with Grip are designed to protect a variety of studs. They provide both safety and an enhanced grip for secure handling. The internal fins provide a secure fit and they are flexible to accommodate different diameters, using a single part. These caps prevent rust and corrosion, while protecting studs from abrasion. Easy to install and remove. They are suitable for various applications including manufacturing, railings, fences and furniture.

This series is manufactured from Post Consumer Recycled material, which is designed to support Essentra’s ESG ambitions and those of our customers. Material: LDPE - PCR Colour: Green Series Code: SRCA2PCR

Plastic Pipe Caps PCR

Plastic Pipe Caps provide effective protection for tubes and pipes. These push-fit caps are designed to prevent contaminants such as dirt, moisture and corrosion during storage, transportation and manufacturing processes. They fit easily and can be removed, either by automated equipment or by hand. Features a pressure hole, allowing pressure release depending on the atmospheric climate of their handling location.

This series is manufactured from Post Consumer Recycled material, which is designed to support Essentra’s ESG ambitions and those of our customers. Material: LDPE - PCR Colour: Green Series Code: SRTXTPEPCR

Pipe Caps PCR

Pipe Caps are a low cost protective cap with a high quality finish that are ideal for tubes and pipes. These push-fit caps are designed to prevent contaminants such as dirt, moisture and corrosion during storage, transportation and manufacturing processes. They fit easily and can be removed, either by automated equipment or by hand.

This series is manufactured from Post Consumer Recycled material, which is designed to support Essentra’s ESG ambitions and those of our customers. Material: LDPE - PCR Colour: Green Series Code: SRTXTPCR

Push Fit End Caps PCR

Push-Fit End Cap provides general protection for metric, BSP and UNF threads from contaminants such as dirt, dust and humidity. The pressure fit design allows for easy manual application, while ensuring a secure fit. It is ideal for a variety of applications in manufacturing, storage and for transportation of components.

This series is manufactured from Post Consumer Recycled material, which is designed to support Essentra’s ESG ambitions and those of our customers. Material: LDPE - PCR Colour: Green Series Code: SRCFBPCR

Finned Stud Caps PCR

Finned Stud Caps are designed to protect a variety of studs. The internal fins provide a secure fit and they are flexible to accommodate different diameters, using a single part. These caps prevent rust and corrosion, while protecting studs from abrasion. Easy to install and remove. They are suitable for various applications including manufacturing, railings, fences and furniture.

This series is manufactured from Post Consumer Recycled material, which is designed to support Essentra’s ESG ambitions and those of our customers. Material: LDPE - PCR Colour: Green Series Code: SRCAPCR

Round Vinyl End Caps

Vinyl End Caps, commonly known as Flexicaps or PVC End Caps. A round cap that protects the outside diameter of threaded or non-threaded tubes, rods, pipes or paper tubes. The vinyl material can stretch on to larger dimensions for a tight fit without tearing, splitting or shredding.

These round vinyl end caps include a red flexible Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) 60 Shore version, which is made from softer and more flexible material that allows for easy fitting. The bright red colour offers high visibility, thus reducing health and safety risks. Also included is a black PVC 80 Shore version that is more rigid than the red option. Also available is a glossy, dip-moulded round end tip that has a smooth finish. Durable round plastic end caps for round tubing are ideal product presentation and protection.

These vinyl caps provide a high-gloss, attractive finish making them ideal for use as decorative end caps. The flexibility and durability allows suitable fit for multiple applications. They can be used as a mask for coating, plating and paint applications, where the maximum temperature is not higher than 350F.

  • Simple push-fit design.

Tube End Caps

Tube End Caps offer ideal protection for threaded or non-threaded tubing, pipes and rods. Standard, short and long caps are available. The short versions are for general purpose closure and the long versions have an extra depth and feathered edge that ensure a tight fit. The design of these longer caps helps to prevent accidental displacement. Tube End Caps serve the same purpose as Heat Shrink End Caps but do not shrink when heated during the application process. They are UV and weather resistant, making them ideal outdoor applications.

Standard Size Pipe Caps

Standard Size Pipe Caps are a low cost protectve cap with a high quality finish.

Moulded caps that are designed to grip over the outside diameter of threaded and non-threaded pipe ends, preventing the ingress of foreign materials during storage and shipping.

The cap design features internal ribs that ensure a tight fit. In addition, the range includes caps that have a small vent hole to eliminate air pressure build up, and meets ANSI and DIN specifications.

  • Designed to prevent ingress of foreign material during storage or shipping.
  • Includes internal ribs to ensure a tighter fit.
  • Features a small vent hole to eliminate air pressure build up.
Material: LDPE, PVC Colour: Green, Blue, Orange, Yellow, Red, Black, Natural, Grey Series Code: SR1358, SRTXTPE, SR1387, SR1340

Standard Round End Caps

Standard Round End Caps are used to securely protect threaded or non-threaded tubing, pipes, and rods during transportation, a paint process or on a finished product. It prevents dirt, debris, dust and other contaminants from damaging the tubes.

These caps are easily applied by pushing onto the application and can be re-used upon removal. They are used for industrial, HVAC, and plumbing applications and can withstand temperatures up to 70C.

  • Material: LDPE
  • Colour: Natural, Red

Flexible Pipe Caps

Flexible Pipe Caps protect threaded pipe ends. Flexible design that is simple to install. Puncture, dust, moisture resistant. Typically used in automobiles, HVAC systems, and on construction equipment.

  • It protects threaded pipe ends.
  • Ideal to use for pipe and tubing configurations.
  • Have a outstanding toughnes and are puncture resistant.
Material: PE Colour: Yellow, White Series Code: SR1388

Ribbed Pipe End Caps

Ribbed Pipe End Caps keep dirt and other contaminants from threaded and non-threaded tubes, pipes and rods. Masks areas during painting processes. Can resist temperatures up to 79.4C.

  • It protects from dirt, dust or debris.
  • Designed for plumbing, HVAC, and industrial applications.
  • It can withstand a maximum temperature of 79.4C.
Material: LDPE Colour: Red, Yellow Series Code: SR1046

Round End Caps - Standard

Standard Round End Caps are non-threaded and available in a wide range of sizes. They are ideal for protecting threaded or non-threaded tubing, pipes and rods. Standard, short and long caps are available. The short versions are for general purpose closure and the long versions have an extra depth and feathered edge which ensure a tight fit. The design of these longer caps helps to prevent accidental displacement.

  • Material: PE, PP
  • Colour: Yellow, Black, Grey, Natural

Heat Shrink End Caps

Heat Shrink End Caps are used to seal, insulate and protect threaded and unthreaded pipes, tubes, and rods. Features a thick adhesive inner liner wall. It shrinks when heated and is able to operate at temperatures between -55C and +110C.

  • Ideal for sealing or insulating and protecting pipes, tubes, and rods.
  • Used to protect from damage, dirt or moisture.
  • It can operate at temperatures between -55C and +110C.
Material: PO Colour: Black Series Code: SR1180

Non-Threaded End Caps

Non-Threaded End Caps are ideal to securely protect non-threaded or threaded tubing, pipe or rods. Keeps out dirt, debris, and other contaminants. Has some abrasion resistance, which keeps the mating part safe during storage and shipping. Can also be used for masks in painting, plating or sand blasting applications.

Quick and easy to install and remove.

Can be used for plumbing, HVAC, and industrial applications.

  • Securely protects threaded or non-threaded tubing, pipes, and rods.
  • Quick and easy to install and remove.
  • Used for plumbing, HVAC, and industrial applications.
Material: LDPE, PE, PP Colour: Black, Blue, Yellow, Grey, Natural Series Code: SR1062, , SRF0023

Square End Caps

Square End Caps protect tubular items, while providing an appealing and shiny finish. The flexible material allows it to fit snugly and smoothly, resulting in a tight and secure fit.

  • Ideal finishing product for tubular products.
  • Flexible material, that allows the part to be fitted with ease.
  • It protects tubes from dirt, dust, and other debris.
Material: PVC Colour: Black Series Code: SR1523

Banjo Bolt Caps

Banjo Bolt Caps are protective caps with a retaining washer to hold and protect banjo bolts from dirt and damage. They are easy to grasp, even while wearing gloves. Ideal for assembly storage and transportation.

  • A Protection Cap and Retaining Washer in a single unit. These Banjo Bolt Caps hold everything together during assembly, storage and shipping.
  • Protects against damage and dirt ingress.
  • Easy to grip, even when wearing gloves.
Material: LDPE Colour: Black Series Code: SR1083

Banjo Union Caps

Banjo Union Caps prevent against dirt, damage and contamination, while in storage and transit. Quick and easy to install. Can endure temperatures ranging from -30C up to +80C.

  • A range of protective caps designed for Banjo Union connections. They provide external assembly cover during storage and transportation to protect the connection from the ingress of dirt.
  • Flexible PVC option offers snug fitting, and fast fitting and removal. HDPE options offers secure fit with a simple click.
  • Fits hydraulic Banjo Unions to DIN 7642 B/E.
Material: HDPE, PVC Colour: Yellow, Red Series Code: SR1071, SRF0005

End Tips

End Tips protect the exposed ends of rods and tubes, while providing a neat appearance. The simple push-fit design allows for quick and easy installation.

  • End Tips are a versatile cap with a multitude of uses.
  • Ideal for product presentation and protection.
  • Durable and visually pleasing.
Material: PVC, TPE Colour: White, Black Series Code: SR1506, SR1500, SR1501

Expandable Masking Covers

Expandable Masking Covers are an excellent alternative to traditional caps when covering parts with awkward shapes. Covers made from LDPE and PE materials are designed to stretch, featuring an elasticated end, while those made from silicone rely on the material's natural elasticity for expansion.

The LDPE and PE elasticated cap provides a looser fit, making it ideal for general protection during transport and storage or light masking requirements. In contrast, the Silicone material caps offer a stronger grip on the part, making them suitable for applications where pressure needs to be applied.

These covers are specifically designed to protect parts from coatings, painting, plating, or abrasive treatments. They can withstand temperatures up to 100 degrees Celsius for silicone and LDPE materials and up to 60 degrees Celsius for PE materials.

  • Best used for general protection during transport and storage.
  • They can withstand temperatures up to 100 degrees Celsius for silicone and LDPE materials and up to 60 degrees Celsius for PE materials.
  • Ideal alternative to a more conventional cap when the part to cover has an awkward shape.
Material: PE, LDPE, Silicone Colour: Clear, Blue, Red, White Series Code: SRF0083, SR1097, SRF0019

Fence Post Cap

Fence Post Caps are protective covers that fit over the tops of fence posts or pipes. Offers protection against weather damage and deterioration of applications. Used in the residential and commercial sectors.

  • Designed to fit over the top of a fence post, pipes, and tubes.
  • Helps protect from weather damage, dirt, or moisture.
  • It is easy and quick to install or remove.
Material: PE Colour: White Series Code: SRF0011

Flexible End Caps - Acid Resistance

Flexible End Caps are made from a flexible material that is able to stretch on to larger diameters for a snug fit. They provide protection to threads and non-threaded ends.

The cap features a hanging tab, which allows them to be used with wire hooks. They are an ideal solution for low temperature masking applications.

The caps also benefit from acid resistant material.

  • Can stretch on to larger diameters for a snug fit.
  • Provides protection to threads and non-threaded tips.
  • Features a hanging tab for use with wire hooks.
Material: TPE Colour: Black Series Code: SR1021

Flexible End Caps - Oil and Grease Resistant

Flexible End Caps with acid resistance are designed to seal and protect the ends of pipes, tubes and fittings. Features a hanging tab that allows them to be used with wire hooks. More acid resistant and can stretch for a tight fit.

  • Provides excellent protection for threaded applications.
  • Highly resistant to shredding.
  • Green PVC option can be used with oil and grease applications.
Material: Vinyl, PVC Colour: Green, Black Series Code: SR1020

Flexible Vinyl Pull Tab Caps - Standard

Flexible Vinyl Pull Tab Caps are suitable for both plain and threaded applications. Fits a variety of sizes. Is able to endure wear, and temperatures of up to +210ºC. Easy to install. Compatible with Metric, UNF and BSP thread sizes.

  • Flexible Caps are suitable for plain or thread applications and the unique design means they fit a range of diameters.
  • Feature a pull-tab,and star shaped design.
  • Easy fitting and removal.
Material: PVC Colour: Black Series Code: SRF0077

Elastomer Lanyard

Elastomer Lanyard is intended to link or separate two components. Features a fastening loop on one end and a mounting hole on the other. The loop helps lessen the danger of failure in heavy-duty applications, while also providing safe installation.

  • Designed to connect and secure two separate components.
  • Can accommodate a wide range of applications.
  • Highly flexible EPDM material can stretch up to three times its nominal length.
Material: EPDM Colour: Black Series Code: SR2000

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