Metal Tapered Heat Exchanger & Chiller Tube Plugs
The Industry Standard for Plugging Leaky Tubes in Heat Exchangers, Boilers & Condensers
METAL TAPERED TUBE PLUG PRODUCT FEATURES:
- Stocked Part Numbers: TP-1 through TP-28; custom plugs available to any required size
- Stocked Materials: A-105 Carbon Steel, 304/316 Stainless Steel, Brass; custom plugs can be rapidly manufactured in any required alloy
- Material Origin: All alloy materials milled in the USA
- Production Capacity: Over 5,000 plugs per day
Availability & Delivery:
- In-stock items ship within 24 hours
- Same-day local delivery available in Texas and Louisiana
Installation Guidance:
- Use correct plug size based on tube O.D. and gauge for optimal sealing without tubesheet damage
- Tube plug and tube metal should always match for best results
- Custom Solutions: Engineering support available for special sizes or alloys
- Quality Assurance: All plugs manufactured to meet rigorous testing and performance standards
To Order Call: (800) 456-8721 — Specify:
- TP No. Based on Size of Your Plug (see chart)
- Material Type (ie., Carbon Steel, Stainless - 316, Brass, Inconel, etc.)
- For Custom Plugs, Provide A, B & L Dimensions
- Quantity Needed
- Necessary Delivery Date
METAL TAPERED TUBE PLUG BENEFITS
Low-Cost & Quick Sealing Solution:
- Easily installed one-piece tapered tube plugs.
- Establishes a positive seal with minimal driving force in seconds.
- Quickly restores Fin-Fan® / air-cooled heat exchangers, boilers, or condensers.
Material Compatibility & Customization:
- Tube plug and tube metal should match for optimal performance.
- Stocked in over 20 metals.
- Custom plugs available in any material and coating upon request.
Industry Leader in Tube Plug Solutions:
- Serving oil & gas, chemical, and power industries.
- Over 500,000 tube plugs in stock, ready to ship.
- Production capacity exceeds 5,000 plugs per day.

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Frequently Asked Questions
The X is a placeholder for material type (e.g. Carbon, Stainless, Monel, etc..). Simply replace that with what ever material you need!
We manufacture all of our plugs in house, and are not limited by size. We can produce more than 5,000 plugs per day, at any size!
Tapered tube plugs are generally installed with a hammer. We strongly suggest using a tube cutter to puncture the inside of your tube before installing to prevent pressure building up over time and creating dangerous projectiles.
We will always recommend you puncture the tube before installing a tube plug to prevent pressure from building up and creating a dangerous tube plug projectile.
Yes. This is a common technique for ensuring a stronger seal.
We can recommend size(s) based on your inside diameter. Call us today and we'll be happy to help!
We are proud to be able to offer our products in more than 20 different materials. We've probably worked with whatever material you need in the past, and we're happy to make custom plugs on request, 24/7, 365 days a year!