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Heat Exchanger Tube Plugs

Low-Cost Cork Plugs (Stoppers)

The easiest, lowest-cost way to seal off tubes during shipping, cleaning, or maintenance. Cork plugs keep dust, dirt, and chemicals out of Fin-Fan®, heat exchanger, boiler, and condenser tubes, and they're a fast way to mark tubes during rework.

TP‑0000‑15Stocked Sizes
Low CostEasy to Replace
500,000+Plugs in Stock
24 HrIn-Stock Shipping
Inexpensive cork tube plugs in assorted sizesCork Tube Plugs
Cork tapered tube plug sizing illustration showing A, B, and L dimensions A, B & L Dimensions

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Call (800) 456-8721 or send us these details and we'll respond the same business day.

  • Part number or tube I.D. (see the sizing chart)
  • Quantity needed
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Technical Data Sheet
Cork Tube Plug (Stopper)
DS-TP-CK-001 Rev. Current
SpecificationDetails
DesignTapered cork stopper
Part NumbersTP-0000-C through TP-15-C
Small End ("A")0.094" through 1.078"
Large End ("B")0.187" through 1.313"
Length ("L")0.500" through 1.250"
Primary UseTemporary tube closure (shipping, cleaning, maintenance)
Secondary UseMarking tubes for repair during rework
InstallationTap in with a small hammer or rubber mallet
RemovalA firm pull with pliers
DeliveryIn-stock items ship within 24 hours
Sizes19 Part Nos.
In Stock500,000+
Capacity5,000+ / Day
Keep Them Clean & Dry
Cork is porous and absorbs any liquid it touches. Keep plugs clean and dry if you plan to reuse them.
Product Benefits

Why Cork Plugs

Lowest CostOne of the lowest-cost tube plugs on the market, and easy to replace.
Keep Tubes CleanSeal tubes during shipping, cleaning, or maintenance so dust, dirt, and chemicals stay out.
Mark Tubes FastA quicker, simpler way to flag tubes for repair than tagging, labeling, or diagramming.
Since 1982Serving oil and gas, chemical, and power with 500,000+ plugs in stock and 5,000+ made per day.
Sizing Chart

Cork Plug Sizes

Cork Tube Plug / Stopper Specifications | Dimensions (in.)
Part No."A" Small End"B" Large End"L" Length
Reading the Chart "A" is the small end diameter, "B" is the large end diameter, and "L" is the plug length. Only have your tube I.D.? Call us and we'll recommend a size.

Fin-Fan® is a registered trademark of Hudson Products Corporation.

Install & Remove

Tap In, Pull Out

  1. Tap the plug in with a small hammer or rubber mallet until it's firmly in place.
  2. Pull it out with a firm pull from a pair of pliers.

Plugging a leaking tube instead? Puncture it first with the One-Rev Internal Tube Cutter so pressure can't build up behind the plug.

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In-stock cork plugs ship within 24 hours. See how fast we can deliver.

Common Questions

Cork Tube Plug FAQ

What are cork plugs typically used for?

Sealing Fin-Fan®, heat exchanger, boiler, and condenser tubes from outside contaminants during transport, and marking tubes that need attention during work on the unit.

What sizes do you offer?

We stock TP-0000-C through TP-15-C. See the sizing chart, or call us with your tube I.D. and we'll recommend a size.

How quickly can I get them?

We stock more than 500,000 tube plugs across all varieties and sizes. In-stock products typically ship the same day.

Are cork plugs reusable?

It depends on how you use them. For transport or marking tubes during rework, they can be reused as long as you keep them clean and dry. Cork is porous and absorbs any liquid it touches, which can make it unusable for some applications.

How do I install and remove them?

Tap the plug in with a small hammer or rubber mallet until it's firmly in place. Remove it with a firm pull from a pair of pliers.

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