® REVOLUTIONARY PIPING ISOLATION & TESTING TECHNOLOGY For the latest GripSafe patent and trademark information, go to: https://www.usaindustries.com/gripsafe-patents-trademarks/ LOCAL (713) 941-3797 TOLL-FREE (800) 456-8721 www. USAIndustries.com/GripSafe INDEPENDENTLY ACTUATING WEDGE SYSTEM Patented Technology: Wedges Individually Adjust to Pipe Wall, Ensuring Maximum Surface Contact TRI-PLY™ SEAL Patent-Pending Seal Technology Provides Advanced Sealing Capabilities and Increased Durability A VIATION GRADE ALUMINUM ALLOY Reduces Weight Without Sacrificing Strength GRIPPING WEDGE Engineered to Grip Without Marring the Pipe Wall INBOARD INSERTION BLOCKING (IIB) REVERSE PRESSURE TEST PLUG GRITLOCK™ Proprietary, Non-Contaminating, Coating Delivers a Superior Surface Grip
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Patents & Trademarks- US PATENTS: 9,927,058 | 9,810,364 | D894,349 | 10,746,339- CANADIAN PATENT: 3,004,787- CANADIAN INDUSTRIAL DESIGN: CA 186293- EUROPEAN PATENT: 3,377,797 B1- EUROPEAN PATENT [Germany]: 602016051864.3- EUROPEAN UNION DESIGN REGISTRATION: 00628264-001- INTERNATIONAL TRADEMARK REGISTRATION: 1550298- INTERNATIONAL REGISTRATION NUMBERS: 1550337 | 1567890 - AUSTRALIAN TRADEMARK NUMBER: 2120735- Other US and Foreign Patents Pending
INBOARD INSERTION BLOCKING (IIB)REVERSE PRESSURE TEST PLUG
3/4” TO 24”*
APPLICATIONS
Flange Weld Testing. Used in conjunction with a ported blind
flange, GripSafe IIB plugs stress the weld joint in longitudinal (axial),
circumferential (hoop) and radial pressures identical to the stresses
that would be induced when hydro-testing the entire piping system,
making them superior to traditional flange test plugs (FTPs) which
apply hoop and radial stresses only.
Pressure Vessels. Block outlet piping in vessels to pressurize for
cleaning or testing purposes.
SAFETY & RELIABILITY
Security. With its unprecedented patented design, GripSafe’s
independent self-gripping technology virtually eliminates the risk of
plug movement downstream upon installation.
Superior Self Gripping. The innovative system distributes equal
loading across the gripping wedges ensuring maximum surface
contact and holding capabilities. As pressure increases in front
of the plug, the wedges grip tighter. Even in pipe diameters that
are asymmetrical, each wedge independently adapts to variances
within the pipe. GripSafe takes “self-gripping” to a new level.
No Pipe Surface Damage. Unlike competitive products which rely
on serrated jaws to bite into the pipe for holding purposes, GripSafe
uses a specially designed wedge system that grips the pipe without
scarring the surface. GripSafe eliminates the need for a segment
of sacrificial pipe, or the cleanup necessary to remove surface
deformations other tools create.
Non-Contaminating. GripSafe plugs utilize a proprietary texture
on the gripping wedges that can be used on any metal type with
no carbon contamination. Therefore, in contrast with other plugs,
GripSafe requires no alternate parts for use in stainless and other
alloy pipes where cross contamination is a concern.
Less Weight. GripSafe plugs weigh less on average than
competitive products. Significant weight differences exist as plug
sizes increase, reaching upwards of 50% weight reductions in larger
sizes without sacrificing holding capabilities.
After more than half a century of various industries using the same basic technology, with known incidents of plug ejections, a major
advancement in piping isolation and test plugs has been long overdue. GripSafe plugs are the result of a fundamental rethinking of traditional
plug designs. With its new, patented independent wedge gripping system, GripSafe provides maximum holding capabilities while lowering risks
to personnel and equipment - making it the safest and most reliable plug in the world.
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* Larger sizes and custom configurations available upon request
Note: For 4” NPS, Pipe Schedules 120 , 160, and XXH require the smaller plug configuration.
* Larger sizes and custom configurations available upon request • NPS 6-24 TOOL OD MUST BE WITHIN 1/8” CONCENTRICITY TO THE PIPE ID.
• NEVER EXCEED THE MAXIMUM RATED PRESSURE OF THE LOWEST RATED COMPONENT IN THE SYSTEM
• DATA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. Consult manufacturer to verify that this document is the latest release.
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NPS Nominal Pipe Size
PIPE SCHEDULE
MAX PLUG BACK
PRESSURE RATING
(PSI) (NOT TO EXCEED)
MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE PRESSURE FOR GRIPSAFE PLUGS IN PIPE BASED ON PIPE YIELD STRENGTH - SELECT THE COLUMN BELOW THAT IS LESS THAN OR EQUAL TO PIPE YIELD STRENGTH (PSI) -
Table 2: Maximum Allowable Pressures (MAP)Use the table below to determine the maximum allowable pressure (MAP) the plug and pipe can be subjected to without yielding the pipe. The yield strengths listed in the table correspond to typical minimum yield strengths of standard pipes. If using a Material Test Report (MTR) to determine the yield strength of the pipe or if the pipe yield strength exceeds the highest in the table, the precise MAP can be determined by linear interpolation. Do not exceed MAX PLUG BACK PRESSURE RATINGS.
* Larger sizes and custom configurations available upon request • NPS 6-24 TOOL OD MUST BE WITHIN 1/8” CONCENTRICITY TO THE PIPE ID.
• NEVER EXCEED THE MAXIMUM RATED PRESSURE OF THE LOWEST RATED COMPONENT IN THE SYSTEM
• DATA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. Consult manufacturer to verify that this document is the latest release.
M-GS-IIB-3/4-24-1.6
NPS Nominal Pipe Size
PIPE SCHED-ULE
MAX PLUG BACK
PRESSURE RATING
(PSI) (NOT TO EXCEED)
MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE PRESSURE FOR GRIPSAFE PLUGS IN PIPE BASED ON PIPE YIELD STRENGTH - SELECT THE COLUMN BELOW THAT IS LESS THAN OR EQUAL TO PIPE YIELD STRENGTH (PSI) -
* Larger sizes and custom configurations available upon request. Smaller sizes release date pending. ** NOTE: IIB Reverse Pressure Plugs are not rated for Back Pressure.
• NPS 6-36 TOOL OD MUST BE WITHIN 1/8” CONCENTRICITY TO THE PIPE ID. • NPS 6-36 TOOL OD MUST BE WITHIN 1/8” CONCENTRICITY TO THE PIPE ID.
For more information on USA Industries, Inc.’s products, contact us at (713) 941-3797 or go to www.USAIndustries.com
M-GS-IIB-3/4-24-1.6
®INBOARD INSERTION BLOCKING (IIB)
REVERSE PRESSURE TEST PLUG 3/4” TO 4”* SPECIFICATIONS & RATINGS
Nominal Pipe Size
(in)Schedule Part Number
Tool Diameter
(in)
Rec. ID Range*
(in)
Nominal Pipe ID Clear-
ance (in)
Approx. Tool
Weight (lbs)
Tool Length
(in)
Torque Range (ft-lbs)
Compr Hex Nut Socket
Size (in)
Backup Wrench Size
(in)
Back Pressure
Vent Thread
Test Pressure Rating (PSI)*Norm Max.
3/440,STD,40S GS-I-R-0075-040 0.79 0.81 - 0.91 0.035 0.3 5.88 3.0 5.0 9/16 1/4 Open End 1/16 MNPT 10000
80,XS,80S GS-I-R-0075-080 0.71 0.73 - 0.80 0.035 0.3 5.88 2.0 3.5 9/16 1/4 Open End 1/16 MNPT 10000
1
10 GS-I-R-0100-010 0.99 1.01 - 1.15 0.103 0.5 5.88 5.5 8.5 9/16 1/4 Open End 1/16 MNPT 2825
40,STD,40S GS-I-R-0100-040 0.99 1.02 - 1.15 0.055 0.5 5.88 5.5 8.5 9/16 1/4 Open End 1/16 MNPT 10000
80,XS,80S GS-I-R-0100-080 0.90 0.93 - 1.04 0.055 0.4 5.88 1.5 7.0 9/16 1/4 Open End 1/16 MNPT 10000
160 GS-I-R-0100-160 0.78 0.80 - 0.90 0.035 0.3 5.88 3.0 5.0 9/16 1/4 Open End 1/16 MNPT 10000
1-1/4
10 GS-I-R-0125-010 1.31 1.35 - 1.49 0.130 1.8 9.38 10 20 15/16 7/16 Open End 1/4 MNPT 2350
40,STD,40S GS-I-R-0125-040 1.31 1.35 - 1.49 0.068 1.8 9.38 10 20 15/16 7/16 Open End 1/4 MNPT 10000
80,XS,80S GS-I-R-0125-080 1.21 1.25 - 1.37 0.065 1.7 9.38 10 20 15/16 7/16 Open End 1/4 MNPT 10000
160 GS-I-R-0125-160 1.11 1.14 - 1.26 0.055 0.6 5.88 7.0 11.0 9/16 1/4 Open End 1/16 MNPT 10000
XXH GS-I-R-0125-XXH 0.85 0.87 - 0.98 0.045 0.4 5.88 4.0 6.0 9/16 1/4 Open End 1/16 MNPT 10000
1-1/2
10 GS-I-R-0150-010 1.53 1.58 - 1.73 0.157 2.3 9.38 20 30 15/16 7/16 Open End 1/4 MNPT 2125
40,STD,40S GS-I-R-0150-040 1.53 1.58 - 1.73 0.085 2.3 9.38 20 30 15/16 7/16 Open End 1/4 MNPT 10000
80,XS,80S GS-I-R-0150-080 1.42 1.47 - 1.62 0.085 2.1 9.38 20 30 15/16 7/16 Open End 1/4 MNPT 10000
160 GS-I-R-0150-160 1.27 1.31 - 1.45 0.068 1.8 9.38 10 20 15/16 7/16 Open End 1/4 MNPT 10000
XXH GS-I-R-0150-XXH 1.05 1.08 - 1.20 0.055 0.5 5.88 6.0 10.0 9/16 1/4 Open End 1/16 MNPT 10000
2
10 GS-I-R-0200-010 1.94 2.00 - 2.25 0.220 3.4 9.38 30 50 15/16 7/16 Open End 1/4 MNPT 1825
40,STD,40S GS-I-R-0200-040 1.94 2.00 - 2.25 0.130 3.4 9.38 30 50 15/16 7/16 Open End 1/4 MNPT 10000
80,XS,80S GS-I-R-0200-080 1.81 1.87 - 1.99 0.130 3.1 9.38 30 50 15/16 7/16 Open End 1/4 MNPT 10000
160 GS-I-R-0200-160 1.60 1.65 - 1.81 0.085 2.5 9.38 25 35 15/16 7/16 Open End 1/4 MNPT 10000
XXH GS-I-R-0200-XXH 1.42 1.47 - 1.62 0.085 2.1 9.38 15 25 15/16 7/16 Open End 1/4 MNPT 10000
* Larger sizes and custom configurations available upon request. Smaller sizes release date pending. ** NOTE: IIB Reverse Pressure Plugs are not rated for Back Pressure.
• NPS 6-36 TOOL OD MUST BE WITHIN 1/8” CONCENTRICITY TO THE PIPE ID. • NPS 6-36 TOOL OD MUST BE WITHIN 1/8” CONCENTRICITY TO THE PIPE ID. • NPS 6-36 TOOL OD MUST BE WITHIN 1/8” CONCENTRICITY TO THE PIPE ID.
For more information on USA Industries, Inc.’s products, contact us at (713) 941-3797 or go to www.USAIndustries.com
M-GS-IIB-3/4-24-1.6
®INBOARD INSERTION BLOCKING (IIB)
REVERSE PRESSURE TEST PLUG 4” TO 14”* SPECIFICATIONS & RATINGS
* Larger sizes and custom configurations available upon request. Smaller sizes release date pending. ** NOTE: IIB Reverse Pressure Plugs are not rated for Back Pressure.
• NPS 6-36 TOOL OD MUST BE WITHIN 1/8” CONCENTRICITY TO THE PIPE ID. • NPS 6-36 TOOL OD MUST BE WITHIN 1/8” CONCENTRICITY TO THE PIPE ID.
For more information on USA Industries, Inc.’s products, contact us at (713) 941-3797 or go to www.USAIndustries.com
M-GS-IIB-3/4-24-1.6
®INBOARD INSERTION BLOCKING (IIB)
REVERSE PRESSURE TEST PLUG 16” TO 24”* SPECIFICATIONS & RATINGS