Forged Fittings
Forged Threaded Plug: Hex, Square & Bull
Forged hex, square head and bull plugs to ASME B16.11 for closing threaded openings, 1/8″ to 4″, NPT or BSPP.
Specification
At a glance
- Dimensional standard
- ASME B16.11 · MSS SP-95 · BS 3799
- Size range
- 1/8″ – 4″ (DN 6 – DN 100)
- Types & ends
- Hex plug · Square head plug · Bull plug · Threaded (NPT / BSPP)
- Grade
- ASTM A105N (CS) · mild steel (MS)
- Also offered in
- Stainless steel 304/304L, 316/316L, 904L
- Alloy 20, Duplex 2205, SMO 254
- Nickel 200, Monel, Inconel, Hastelloy C22
- Titanium, Copper-nickel, Aluminium, Brass
- Carbon steel ASTM A105N (catalog)
Dimension tables
2 classes · dimensions, weights, Excel
As published by Fortune Fittings Private Limited. Grade and availability are confirmed with each enquiry; confirm the governing standard, size and grade when ordering. Spotted a mistake? Please contact us.
Overview
Product overview
Threaded plugs are essential components used to seal off the ends of pipes or close threaded connections in various industrial applications.
Types of Threaded Plugs and Their Uses
- Threaded Plug:Description: Designed to fit into a threaded opening in a pipe or equipment, threaded plugs have external threads that create a secure and tight seal. They are commonly used to close off the end of a pipe or seal a threaded connection.
- Applications: Ideal for general piping, plumbing, and industrial applications where a secure seal is needed.
- Hex Plug:Description: Featuring a hexagonal head, hex plugs are designed for easy installation and removal with a wrench. They provide a tight seal in hexagonal openings in pipes or equipment.
- Applications: Widely used in applications where tools are required for tightening or loosening, such as in plumbing and mechanical systems.
- Square Head Plug:Description: Square head plugs have a square head, making them suitable for square openings in pipes or equipment. They are designed for easy handling with a wrench, providing a secure and tight seal.
- Applications: Commonly used in industrial and mechanical systems where a square head is preferred for installation and removal.
- Bull Plug:Description: Specifically designed for oil and gas drilling operations, bull plugs can withstand high pressures and temperatures. They are typically made of steel and have either a hex head or a round head.
- Applications: Ideal for use in wellheads and other oil and gas equipment due to their durability and ability to handle extreme conditions.
Conclusion
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Where it is used
Applications and service
Typical duty across the process industries we supply.
- Oil and GasUsed in pipelines and systems requiring reliable seals.
- Chemical ProcessingSuitable for handling corrosive materials.
- PetrochemicalEnsures safe and efficient sealing in processing plants.
- Power GenerationUsed in high-pressure and high-temperature applications.
- Plumbing and PipingIdeal for everyday plumbing tasks and complex piping systems.
Related
Specified alongside this
Components that commonly appear with it on the same run, and the rest of the forged fittings range.
Used on the same lineThreaded BushingForged hex head threaded bushings to ASME B16.11 for reducing a threaded connection, 1/8″ to 4″, NPT or BSPP.View specifications
Used on the same lineForged End CapForged end caps to ASME B16.11, socket weld and threaded, 1/8″ to 4″, Class 2000 to 9000, in stainless, duplex and nickel alloys.View specifications
Used on the same lineSwage & Hex NippleForged swage nipples and hex nipples, plain or threaded ends, 1/8″ to 4″, in stainless, duplex and nickel alloys.View specifications
Same rangeForged 90° ElbowForged 90° elbows to ASME B16.11, socket weld and threaded, 1/8″ to 4″, in A182 stainless, A105 carbon and Cr-Mo alloy steel.View specifications
Same rangeForged 45° ElbowForged 45° elbows to ASME B16.11, socket weld and threaded, 1/8″ to 4″, Class 2000 to 9000, in stainless and alloy steel.View specifications
Same rangeThreaded Street ElbowForged threaded street elbows to ASME B16.11 with one male and one female end, Class 2000, 1/8″ to 4″, NPT or BSPP threads.View specifications
Where it is specified
Industries using this component
Sectors that commonly specify the Threaded Plug, and what else they take from us.
- Petrochemical PlantsDuplex, super duplex and stainless fittings and flanges for corrosive and high-pressure process service.View sector
- Power PlantsAlloy steel buttweld and forged fittings for high-temperature steam, feedwater and condensate circuits.View sector
- Pharmaceutical & BiopharmSanitary SS 316L fittings with documented surface finish, plus forged and instrument fittings for process control.View sector
Enquiries
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