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Thread Protection

 (28 product groups)


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, Elastomeric PE, PE Color: Black, Blue, Natural, Yellow, Red Series Code: SR1062,

Round Vinyl End Caps

Our wide range of Round Vinyl End Caps is made from Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC). The round plastic end caps flexible material can stretch on to larger dimensions for a snug fit without tearing, splitting or shredding.

Vinyl protective caps are typically used to protect threaded or non-threaded tubing, rods, pipe or paper tubes. These round vinyl caps have a glossy and attractive finish that makes them ideal for use as a decorative vinyl pipe end caps.

Our round PVC cap color options include;

  • DM - Black - 75 Durometer
  • DMS - Red - 63 Durometer

The red vinyl end caps are highly visible, making it useful in high risk assemblies. All vinyl tube end caps are suitable for temperatures ranges up to 350F.

Round End Caps - Standard

Round End caps are designed to protect outside diameters of threaded or non-threaded tubing, pipe and rods. They are available in a wide range of sizes and lengths depending on your application needs. Any part number that has a W/R or AR found in it has an internal molded ring or internal ribs for extra gripping power and superior retention.

Snap-Fit Plugs

Snap Plugs, also known as Snap Fit Connectors, are made from Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE) with a vibrant red appearance.

The LDPE plugs benefit from a simple snap fitting design that once pushed into position, a single turn gives a tight fit. The range also features options with a pull-tab for quick removal.

Each snap fit plug covers a range of different thread sizes and styles, including; Standard/JIC, Metric and BSP.

Tapered Caps & Plugs - Vinyl

Tapered Cap & Plug made from vinyl for true versatility. They can be applied to the end of fittings to act as a protective cap and also used to plug holes and other openings.

Suitable for multiple diameters, the soft PVC material is durable and flexible - ensuring a snug fit for your application. These versatile caps and plugs protect against damage. They also provide a shield to fittings from dust, dirt, moisture and corrosion while in storage and during shipping.

  • Material: Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
  • Colors: Black and Yellow

Threaded O-ring Plugs - NS-NF Threads

Threaded O-ring Plugs for NS and NF Threads include a compressed flange lip and an O-ring (optional) to provide a watertight seal and superior leakage prevention for hydraulic threads. The threaded O-ring keeps contaminants like dirt, dust, debris, and moisture out of the hole.

It may be installed using a hex wrench, screwdriver, or hand. Fits standard NS (National Special) and NF (National Fine) Class 1-2-3 threads. Used in oil and gas, plumbing, and automotive sectors where leak-proof seals are crucial to system integrity.

  • Material: PP
  • Colour: Red

Threaded Sealing Plugs - Metric

These Threaded Sealing Plugs for Metric Threads are designed with a double sealing ring on the underside of the flange to provide a secure and reliable seal. The nylon material absorbs paint, minimising paint flaking and protects from contaminants like dirt, dust, and debris, not trapping liquid and moisture from the hole.

It is easy to install and remove by hand, but its hex head allows the plug to be applied or removed with a spanner, Allen key or socket. Due to its material, it is capable of withstanding temperatures in the range of -40F to 320F | -40C to 160C. They are suitable to protect metric threads and used in various applications, including hydraulic, pneumatic and general engineering industries.

  • Material: Nylon
  • Colour: Yellow

Threaded O-ring Plugs - NPT Threads

Threaded O-ring Plugs for NPT Threads include a compressed flange lip and an O-ring to provide a watertight seal and superior leakage prevention for hydraulic threads. The threaded O-ring keeps contaminants like dirt, dust, debris, and moisture out of the hole. It may also absorb paint, which keeps paint flaking to a minimum.

It may be installed by hand or with a 12-point socket head, screwdriver or wrench. This threaded plug is suggested for usage where strength and abrasion resistance are required since it can tolerate temperatures ranging from -40F to 230F | -40C to 110C. Used in industries such as oil and gas, plumbing, and automotive where leak-proof seals are critical to system integrity.

  • Material: Nylon, HDPE
  • Colour: Natural, Black

Threaded Protection Plugs - UNF Threads

These Threaded Protection Plugs for UNF Threads protect threads and fittings from damage during production, storage, and shipment, ensuring that they remain in good condition and ready for use when needed. The protection plug protects from contaminants like dirt, dust, debris, and moisture from the hole.

It features fewer thread forms for faster application and may be applied or removed with a hand, hex spanner, or screwdriver. Used in various applications, including hydraulic, pneumatic, and general engineering.

  • Material: PP, Nylon, HDPE, LDPE
  • Colour: Yellow, Black, Natural, Blue, Red

Threaded Protection Plugs - Quick Fit

These Quick Fit Threaded Protection Plugs protect threads and fittings from damage during production, storage, and shipment, ensuring that they remain in good condition and ready for use when needed. The protection plug protects from contaminants like dirt, dust, debris, and moisture from the hole.

It conceals the initial thread of ordinary female threads. It is offered in either Silicone, a reusable high temperature resistant material, or EPDM, a reusable and cost-effective material with less heat but excellent chemical resistance. Its ergonomic pull tab makes it simple to install and remove. Used in various applications, including hydraulic, pneumatic and general engineering industries.

  • Material: LDPE
  • Colour: Red

Push-In Plugs for NPT Threads

A plug specially designed for the plugging of NPT tapered threaded fittings.

The tapered design means the product is able to plug multiple inside diameters - making it highly versatile. In order to assure a proper fit; the plug dimension should be approximately one percent larger than the inside diameter of the part (minimum of 0.020 inches).

  • Material: Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE)
  • Colors: Blue, Yellow, Black and Red

Threaded Protection Plugs - NPT Threads

This range of Pipe Thread Plugs are a Threaded Protection Plug that is suitable for National Pipe Threads (NPT).

These Threaded Plugs protect NPT threads against contaminants and moisture. The square head design allows the user to install or remove the plug by hand - without any need for use of a wrench or other assembly tools.

These Protection Plugs are available in High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) for everyday applications or in Nylon, which is recommended when abrasion or heat are an environmental factor.

  • Colors: Black, Blue, Natural and Red.

Tapered Caps & Plugs - Heavy-Duty

Tapered Caps & Plugs protect threaded and non-threaded pipes, ports, and access points from damage, dust and debris during storage and shipping. They have a heavy duty wall and a tapered sealing ring for maximum protection.

Heavy duty tapered caps and plugs are designed to provide extra protection and durability where standard caps and plugs would not suffice. It provides a secure seal by push fit, excellent durability, and resistance to impact and abrasion. Used for applications in machinery, automotive, and industrial.

  • Material: LDPE
  • Colour: White, Red

Threaded O-ring Plugs - Metric Threads

Threaded O-ring Plugs for Metric Threads include a compressed flange lip and an O-ring to provide a watertight seal and superior leakage prevention for hydraulic threads. The threaded O-ring keeps contaminants like dirt, dust, debris, and moisture out of the hole.

It may be installed using a spanner, screwdriver, or by hand. Metric threads are available. The fine taper of metric tapered thread allows for the best possible force transmission. Used in oil and gas, plumbing, and automotive sectors where leak-proof seals are crucial to system integrity.

  • Material: HDPE, Nylon
  • Colour: Yellow, Orange

Threaded O-ring Plugs - UNF Threads

Threaded O-ring Plugs for UNF Threads include a compressed flange lip and an O-ring (optional) to provide a watertight seal and superior leakage prevention for hydraulic threads. The threaded O-ring keeps contaminants like dirt, dust, debris, and moisture out of the hole.

It may be installed using a hex wrench, screwdriver, or hand. Often used on flat-faced hydraulic fittings, it is recommended when strength and resistance are desired as it can withstand temperatures that range from -40F to 230F | -40C to 110C. Used in oil and gas, plumbing, and automotive sectors where leak-proof seals are crucial to system integrity.

  • Material: PP, LDPE, HDPE, Nylon
  • Colour: Yellow, Red, Natural
  • Material Flammability Standard: UL94 V-0

Threaded Protection Plugs - Wide Flange

These Wide Flange Threaded Protection Plugs protect threads and fittings from damage during production, storage, and shipment, ensuring they remain in good condition and ready for use. Their nitrile gasket seals the plug to the mating surface for leak-tightness. The protection plug protects from contaminants like dirt, dust, debris, and moisture from the hole.

Its wide flange design keeps any paint flakes from the hole when removed. It is easy to install or remove by hand, screwdriver, or torque wrench. Due to its Nylon material, it is recommended for intermittent temperatures from -40C to +100C. Used in various applications, including hydraulic, pneumatic and general engineering industries.

  • Material: Nylon
  • Colour: Yellow

Tapered Caps & Plugs - Wide Flange

Wide Flange Tapered Caps & Plugs provides a greater protection to threaded and non-threaded pipes, ports, and access points during storage and transit against damage, dirt, moisture, debris, and corrosion. Designed to allow the part to plug multiple inside diameters or outside diameters.

Easy to install and remove due to their threaded and smooth connectors. Wider flange provides greater support for bearing surfaces and prevents the plug from being accidentally pushed down through the contact piece. Suitable for use in hydraulic systems, automotive components, chemical or medical industries.

  • Material: LDPE
  • Colour: Blue, Red, Yellow

Threaded Sealing Plugs - UNF Threads

These Threaded Sealing Plugs for UNF are designed with a double sealing ring on the underside of the flange to provide a secure and reliable seal. The nylon material absorbs paint, minimising paint flaking and protects from contaminants like dirt, dust, and debris, not trapping liquid and moisture from the hole.

It is easy to install and remove by hand, but its hex head allows the plug to be applied or removed with a spanner, Allen key or socket. Due to its material, it is capable of withstanding temperatures in the range of -40F to 320F | -40C to 160C. Used in various applications, including hydraulic, pneumatic and general engineering industries.

  • Material: Nylon
  • Colour: Yellow

Threaded Sealing Plugs - BSP/Gas Threads

These Threaded Sealing Plugs for BSP/GAS Threads are designed with a double sealing ring on the underside of the flange to provide a secure and reliable seal. The nylon material absorbs paint, minimising paint flaking and protects from contaminants like dirt, dust, and debris, not trapping liquid and moisture from the hole.

It is easy to install and remove by hand, but its hex head allows the plug to be applied or removed with a spanner, Allen key or socket. Due to its material, it is capable of withstanding temperatures in the range of -40F to 320F | -40C to 160C. Used in various applications, including hydraulic, pneumatic and general engineering industries.

  • Material: Nylon
  • Colour: Yellow

Threaded Protection Plugs - UNJ/UNJS Threads

These Threaded Protection Plugs for UNJ /UNJS Threads protect threads and fittings from damage during production, storage, and shipment, ensuring that they remain in good condition and ready for use when needed. The protection plug protects from contaminants like dirt, dust, debris, and moisture from the hole.

It has an easy grip head for manual installation, making it quick and easy to install and remove. These caps are intended to be used with UNJ (Unified National Jet) and UNJS (Unified National Jet Short) threads. Used in various applications, including hydraulic, pneumatic, and general engineering.

  • Material: HDPE
  • Colour: Red

37deg JIC Flared Fitting Threaded Plug

These Threaded Plugs are used to seal light pressure requirements on 37 JIC flared fittings. The plug design features a knurled head, which allows for quick and easy finger installation.

Functionality Equivalent to Specification: NAS-833, NAS-815 (MIL-C5501/1, MIL-C52078)

  • Material: Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE)
  • Color: Red

Flanged Caps

Flanged caps are designed to protect threaded connectors or fittings but are used to fit both threaded or round surfaces. You can assemble or remove these caps by hand or automated equipment.

Tear-Tab Caps

Tear Tab Caps are a standard, off-the-shelf solution that will allow you to meet your customers demands without those all-too-common time delays.

Tear Tab Caps are quick-fit and quick-release caps. As a rapid solution, they can be easily fitted and removed across an array of applications, including: critical hydraulic tubes and pipes, such as those that carry oils and other fluids around vehicles and machineries. This makes them an ideal choice for the specialist vehicle manufacturing industry, and other automotive and manufacturing sectors.

Tear Tab Caps also assist in the protection of tube and pipe ends during transportation and storage. They protect parts from damage, dirt, moisture and other forms of ingress. These caps are highly versatile, and ideal for a range of applications and different threads, including; BSP, GAS, UNF, JIC and NPT.

Made from Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE), the caps feature a simple tear-away tab for quick release and fast removal. The ease of extracting the Tear Tab Cap from the hydraulic pipework makes the removal process faster. By simply pulling the tab, the cap splits open, tearing away.

The LDPE material is tough and flexible. They provide many of the advantages of PVC caps, such as integrity and cleanliness.

  • Colours: Blue, Natural and Yellow
  • RoHS Compliant

Threaded Protection Caps - UNJ/UNJS Threads

Threaded Protection Caps for UNJ /UNJS Threads protect threads and fittings from damage during production, storage, and shipment, ensuring that they remain in good condition and ready for use when needed. The protection cap protects flared and flare less from contaminants like dirt, dust, debris, and moisture out of the hole.

Features a knurled head design that makes them easy to install and remove by hand by twisting them onto the pipe or tube. These caps are designed to fit over UNJ (Unified National Jet) and UNJS (Unified National Jet Short) threads. Used in various applications, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems, automotive, and industrial applications.

  • Material: HDPE
  • Colour: Black

Threaded Protection Caps - BSP/Gas Threads

Threaded Protection Caps for BSP/Gas Threads protect threads and fittings from damage during production, storage, and shipment, ensuring they remain in good condition and ready for use when needed. The protection cap keeps contaminants like dirt, dust, debris, and moisture out of the hole.

Features a knurled head design that makes them easy to install and remove by hand by twisting them onto the pipe or tube. Used in various applications, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems, automotive, and industrial applications.

  • Material: LDPE
  • Colour: Red

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