Value Collection AP05.00 Aluminum Expansion Plug

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION AP05.00 is an aluminum expansion plug designed to seal pipe openings through radial outward pressure against the pipe wall. The plug expands from an unexpanded diameter of 4.842 inches to a fully expanded diameter of 5.393 inches, allowing it to seat firmly inside the pipe bore. Rated to a maximum working pressure of 9 psi, this fitting is suited for low-pressure sealing applications in plumbing, HVAC drainage, and industrial pipe systems. A 1/2-inch stem diameter provides a secure drive point for expansion. Licensed plumbers and pipefitters are the typical installers for this type of fitting.

This expansion plug is used wherever a pipe end or opening requires a temporary or permanent mechanical seal without welding or threading. Common applications include capping drain lines, test plugging during pressure checks, and sealing open pipe ends during system maintenance or construction. The 9 psi pressure rating makes it appropriate for gravity-flow drain systems, low-pressure air tests, and similar non-high-pressure service conditions. It is packaged individually and weighs 1.47 pounds.

Key Features

• Expands from 4.842 inches to 5.393 inches for a secure mechanical fit inside the pipe bore
• Maximum rated working pressure of 9 psi for low-pressure sealing service
• 1/2-inch stem diameter for straightforward drive and expansion actuation
• Full aluminum construction resists corrosion in wet and drainage environments
• Single-unit packaging with a minimum order quantity of 1

Compatibility

Designed for use in pipe openings requiring a mechanical expansion seal with an expanded bore diameter of approximately 5.393 inches and an unexpanded diameter of approximately 4.842 inches, consistent with standard large-diameter drain and industrial pipe sizes.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by a licensed plumber or pipefitter. Depressurize and drain the affected pipe section completely before installing or removing an expansion plug. Use an appropriate wrench or drive tool on the 1/2-inch stem to actuate expansion evenly. Do not exceed the 9 psi maximum rated pressure during testing or service.