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The Light Blue PP End Cap for HDPE Piping is a specialized termination fitting designed to provide secure, temporary or permanent sealing of HDPE pipe ends in irrigation, plumbing, and industrial systems. Manufactured from chemical-resistant PP (polypropylene) compliant with ASTM F2389-24a standards—now including polypropylene homopolymer specifications—this end cap offers compatible sealing for HDPE pipes ranging from 20mm to 110mm OD. Its distinctive light blue color allows for easy identification of capped lines during system installation, maintenance, or expansion projects. The one-piece molded construction eliminates potential leak paths, while the chemical-resistant formulation ensures compatibility with water, fertilizers, and industrial fluids. With a service life exceeding 50 years in outdoor environments, it outperforms temporary rubber caps that degrade over time .
The end cap features a tapered inner profile that creates a tight interference fit with HDPE pipe ends, enhanced by a integrated O-ring groove that accepts EPDM or NBR gaskets for secondary sealing. The fusion-ready outer lip allows for permanent installation via socket fusion when a permanent seal is required, creating a bond stronger than the pipe itself. For temporary applications, it can be installed with a friction fit that provides secure sealing while allowing for easy removal .
Formulated with 2% UV stabilizers (including Light Stabilizer 770), the PP material resists photo-oxidation in continuous sunlight exposure, preventing brittleness in above-ground installations. It exhibits exceptional chemical compatibility with common fluids including water, agricultural fertilizers, mild acids, and alkalis (pH 4.5 to 9.0). The material is also resistant to organic solvents used in system cleaning, ensuring integrity during maintenance procedures .
Available in both fusion-ready and mechanical fit versions, the end cap provides flexibility for different project requirements. Fusion-ready models include clearly marked heating zones (260±10°C) and insertion depth indicators to ensure proper installation. Mechanical fit models feature external gripping ribs that provide secure hold without damaging pipe surfaces, making them ideal for temporary capping during construction or system flushing .
This color-coded end cap provides reliable sealing in various piping scenarios:
• Irrigation Systems: Caps unused branch lines in agricultural and landscape irrigation networks during seasonal shutdowns or system modifications.
• Plumbing Construction: Seals open pipe ends during building construction to prevent debris entry and maintain system cleanliness.
• Industrial Piping: Provides temporary or permanent termination of HDPE process lines in manufacturing facilities and chemical plants.
• Municipal Projects: Caps water main extensions and service lines during infrastructure development and expansion projects .
The light blue color serves as visual identification for capped HDPE lines, simplifying system mapping, maintenance, and compliance checks during construction and inspection processes.
Standard sizes include 20mm, 25mm, 32mm, 40mm, 50mm, 63mm, 75mm, 90mm, and 110mm OD, matching common HDPE pipe dimensions used in irrigation and plumbing systems.
Yes. Fusion-ready models can be permanently installed using socket fusion at 260±10°C, creating a permanent, leak-free seal suitable for long-term system termination.
Yes. The PP material is compatible with both PE80 and PE100 grade HDPE pipes, providing secure sealing across all common HDPE piping systems used in irrigation, plumbing, and industrial applications.
SIZE | WEIGHT | PCS/CTN |
20 25 32 40 50 63 75 90 110 | 49 75 102 174 284 457 643 999 1684 | 260 166 120 66 45 20 16 12 12 |
The Light Blue PP End Cap for HDPE Piping is a specialized termination fitting designed to provide secure, temporary or permanent sealing of HDPE pipe ends in irrigation, plumbing, and industrial systems. Manufactured from chemical-resistant PP (polypropylene) compliant with ASTM F2389-24a standards—now including polypropylene homopolymer specifications—this end cap offers compatible sealing for HDPE pipes ranging from 20mm to 110mm OD. Its distinctive light blue color allows for easy identification of capped lines during system installation, maintenance, or expansion projects. The one-piece molded construction eliminates potential leak paths, while the chemical-resistant formulation ensures compatibility with water, fertilizers, and industrial fluids. With a service life exceeding 50 years in outdoor environments, it outperforms temporary rubber caps that degrade over time .
The end cap features a tapered inner profile that creates a tight interference fit with HDPE pipe ends, enhanced by a integrated O-ring groove that accepts EPDM or NBR gaskets for secondary sealing. The fusion-ready outer lip allows for permanent installation via socket fusion when a permanent seal is required, creating a bond stronger than the pipe itself. For temporary applications, it can be installed with a friction fit that provides secure sealing while allowing for easy removal .
Formulated with 2% UV stabilizers (including Light Stabilizer 770), the PP material resists photo-oxidation in continuous sunlight exposure, preventing brittleness in above-ground installations. It exhibits exceptional chemical compatibility with common fluids including water, agricultural fertilizers, mild acids, and alkalis (pH 4.5 to 9.0). The material is also resistant to organic solvents used in system cleaning, ensuring integrity during maintenance procedures .
Available in both fusion-ready and mechanical fit versions, the end cap provides flexibility for different project requirements. Fusion-ready models include clearly marked heating zones (260±10°C) and insertion depth indicators to ensure proper installation. Mechanical fit models feature external gripping ribs that provide secure hold without damaging pipe surfaces, making them ideal for temporary capping during construction or system flushing .
This color-coded end cap provides reliable sealing in various piping scenarios:
• Irrigation Systems: Caps unused branch lines in agricultural and landscape irrigation networks during seasonal shutdowns or system modifications.
• Plumbing Construction: Seals open pipe ends during building construction to prevent debris entry and maintain system cleanliness.
• Industrial Piping: Provides temporary or permanent termination of HDPE process lines in manufacturing facilities and chemical plants.
• Municipal Projects: Caps water main extensions and service lines during infrastructure development and expansion projects .
The light blue color serves as visual identification for capped HDPE lines, simplifying system mapping, maintenance, and compliance checks during construction and inspection processes.
Standard sizes include 20mm, 25mm, 32mm, 40mm, 50mm, 63mm, 75mm, 90mm, and 110mm OD, matching common HDPE pipe dimensions used in irrigation and plumbing systems.
Yes. Fusion-ready models can be permanently installed using socket fusion at 260±10°C, creating a permanent, leak-free seal suitable for long-term system termination.
Yes. The PP material is compatible with both PE80 and PE100 grade HDPE pipes, providing secure sealing across all common HDPE piping systems used in irrigation, plumbing, and industrial applications.