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Self-Tapping Leak Repair

Threaded Metal Tapered Plugs

Don't let a small leak cost thousands in downtime. Drill a uniform hole, then tighten the self-tapping plug with a standard hex or socket wrench. It keeps boilers, tanks, and pipelines running until your next scheduled turnaround.

2 StepsDrill & Tighten
.350"‑1.450"Hole Sizes
No WeldRequired
24 HrIn-Stock Shipping
Threaded metal tapered plugs with hex heads Threaded Metal Tapered Plugs
Threaded metal tapered plug CAD illustration with A and B dimensions A & B Dimensions
Threaded metal tapered plug threaded into a drilled hole Installed

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  • Part number or hole size (see the sizing chart)
  • Material (alloy steel, stainless, or other)
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Technical Data Sheet
Threaded Metal Tapered Plug
DS-TP-TTP-001 Rev. Current
SpecificationDetails
DesignSelf-tapping tapered plug with hex head
ApplicationTemporary leak repair (boilers, tanks, pipelines)
Part NumbersTTP-375 through TTP-1500
Hole Sizes0.350" through 1.450" (max hole per part no.)
Hex Sizes3/8" through 1-1/2"
Stocked MaterialsHeat-treated alloy steel • Stainless steel (other materials on request)
InstallationDrill, then tighten with a standard hex or socket wrench
WeldingOptional, at the operator's discretion
CapacitySeveral thousand plugs per day, made in-house
DeliveryIn-stock items ship within 24 hours
Part Nos.TTP-375 to 1500
Hex Sizes3/8" to 1-1/2"
InstallNo Special Tools
Drill a Uniform Hole
A clean, uniform hole at the source of the leak gives the self-tapping threads a better seal.
Product Benefits

Fix the Leak, Skip the Shutdown

No ShutdownRepair small leaks without shutting down the unit, patching, or welding over the leak.
Self-TappingThe plug threads itself in with a standard hex or socket wrench. No special tools.
Built ToughHeat-treated alloy steel or stainless steel for demanding service.
Ready to ShipIn-stock items ship within 24 hours, and we make several thousand plugs a day.
Sizing Chart

Threaded Plug Sizes

Threaded Metal Tapered Plug Specifications (in.)
Hole Sizes Up ToPart No."A" Large End"B" Hex Size
Reading the Chart "A" is the large end diameter of the tapered plug. "B" is the wrench size needed to drive the plug in. Need a size or material that isn't listed? We'll make it.
Installation

Two Steps to Stop a Leak

  1. Drill a uniform hole at the point where the leak originates.
  2. Tighten the plug into the hole with a hex or socket wrench. The self-tapping threads cut their own path for an immediate seal.

Welding the plug in place is an option at the operator's discretion. For heat exchanger tubes, puncture the tube first with the One-Rev Internal Tube Cutter so pressure can't build up behind the plug.

Never Stand in Front of a PlugPlugs ejected under pressure can cause serious bodily injury. Never stand in front of an installed plug under pressure.
Threaded metal tapered plug threaded into a drilled hole
Tighten Into the Drilled Hole
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Made In-House

Cut Delivery From Weeks to Days

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

Common Questions

Threaded Plug FAQ

What is the threaded plug for?

It's designed to plug small leaks in tanks and pipes quickly and efficiently.

When do people typically use it?

When welding or shutting down a unit for a major repair isn't cost-effective, or when you need to keep a tank in service for a few more weeks until the next scheduled turnaround.

How easy is it to install?

Drill a small, uniform hole at the leak, then tighten the self-tapping plug into place with a standard hex wrench or socket.

What materials are available?

We stock threaded plugs in stainless steel and alloy steel, and we can make them in other materials on request.

How quickly can you make these plugs?

We make our plugs in-house and can produce several thousand a day, so we can meet almost any turnaround time.

Can I use them for other applications?

Yes. We serve oil and gas, chemical, and power, but customers have used these plugs on everything from boats to holes in manhole covers.

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