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Fernco End Cap
Useful Information
What is an End Cap Used For?
The Fernco End Cap, previously known as Flexseal, is a versatile fitting designed for capping pipe ends, cleanouts, and open test pipes. It is especially useful in both above and below-ground plumbing applications for temporarily or permanently sealing off pipe ends. It is ideal for conducting air and water tightness tests in drainage systems.
Key Features
- Easy Installation and Removal: Designed for quick installation and can be easily removed and reused as required.
- Testing Ready: Suitable for air and water testing of drainage pipelines, with a convex face to withstand testing pressures and minimize ballooning.
- Broad Compatibility: This can be used on any pipe material, enhancing its versatility across different plumbing systems.
- Wide Size Range: Available in various sizes to accommodate different pipe diameters.
- Pressure Resistant: Capable of sealing up to a pressure of 0.6 bar (8.7 psi).
Specifications
- Size Range: Available from 105mm to 360mm, catering to a wide range of pipe sizes.
- Material Composition: Made from high-quality EPDM and 1.4301 (304) Stainless Steel for durability and longevity.
- Pressure Rating: Rated for 0.6 bar (8.7 psi).
- Temperature Range: Suitable for temperatures from -50°C to 80°C continuously, and up to 100°C intermittently.
- Tightening Torque: Recommended torque of 6Nm.
- Optional Feature: Can be supplied with an Air Test Nipple.
SKU | Fernco Code | Previous Flexseal Code | Size Range (mm) | Tightening Torque |
484514 | EC045_E4 | REC45 | 37 - 45mm | 6Nm |
484515 | EC056_E4 | REC56 | 48 - 56mm | 6Nm |
484516 | EC068_E4 | REC68 | 60 - 68mm | 6Nm |
484517 | EC076_E4 | REC76 | 67 - 76mm | 6Nm |
484518 | EC085_E4 | REC85 | 76 - 85mm | 6Nm |
484519 | EC092_E4 | REC92 | 82 - 92mm | 6Nm |
484520 | EC115_E4 | REC115 | 105 - 115mm | 6Nm |
484521 | EC135_E4 | REC135 | 125 - 135mm | 6Nm |
484522 | EC165_E4 | REC165 | 155 - 165mm | 6Nm |
484523 | EC173_E4 | REC173 | 163 - 173mm | 6Nm |
484524 | EC190_E4 | REC190 | 180 - 190mm | 6Nm |
484525 | EC212_E4 | REC212 | 200 - 212mm | 6Nm |
484526 | EC250_E4 | REC250 | 235 - 250mm | 6Nm |
484527 | EC270_E4 | REC270 | 255 - 270mm | 6Nm |
484528 | EC315_E4 | REC315 | 300 - 315mm | 6Nm |
484529 | EC360_E4 | REC360 | 345 - 360mm | 6Nm |
How and Where to Install an End Cap
Installing the Fernco End Cap is straightforward:
- Fit the Cap: Slide the end cap onto the pipe end that needs to be sealed.
- Securing: Tighten the stainless steel clamps to a torque of 6Nm using a torque wrench, ensuring a snug and secure fit.
- Bracing for Testing: When used for pressure testing, especially on smooth-walled pipes, brace the end cap to prevent inflation and dislodgment under pressure.