{"product_id":"orbital-service-gas-double-plugs","title":"Orbital Service Gas Double Plugs | BTH Sales","description":"\u003ch1\u003eOrbital Service Gas Double Plugs\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrbital Service Forming Gas Double Plugs are professional purge sealing solutions designed to improve purge gas management during orbital TIG welding and high-purity pipe fabrication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured from high-temperature silicone, these reusable double plugs create a secure seal inside the pipe, reducing purge volume while promoting consistent gas coverage throughout the weld zone. The result is more efficient purging, lower gas consumption, and cleaner, oxidation-free welds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe system includes seven colour-coded plug sizes covering pipe inside diameters from 9 mm to 110 mm (0.35\" to 4.33\"), allowing operators to quickly select the correct plug for a wide range of stainless steel and process piping applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied in a durable storage case and compatible with optional swirl nozzles, Forming Gas Double Plugs provide a practical solution for professional orbital welding environments where weld quality and purge efficiency are critical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2118\" data-start=\"1071\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1189\" data-start=\"1071\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1109\" data-start=\"1073\"\u003eDouble plug purge sealing system\u003c\/strong\u003e – Creates an isolated purge chamber for efficient orbital welding preparation\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1284\" data-start=\"1190\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1220\" data-start=\"1192\"\u003eReduces purge gas volume\u003c\/strong\u003e – Minimizes the amount of forming gas required before welding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1387\" data-start=\"1285\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1318\" data-start=\"1287\"\u003eImproves purge gas coverage\u003c\/strong\u003e – Promotes consistent shielding and cleaner internal weld surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1497\" data-start=\"1388\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1428\" data-start=\"1390\"\u003eHelps produce oxidation-free welds\u003c\/strong\u003e – Supports high-quality weld roots in stainless steel applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1583\" data-start=\"1498\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1533\" data-start=\"1500\"\u003eSeven colour-coded plug sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e – Enables quick identification and faster setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1693\" data-start=\"1584\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1640\" data-start=\"1586\"\u003ePipe ID coverage from 9 mm to 110 mm (0.35\"–4.33\")\u003c\/strong\u003e – Suitable for a wide range of tube and pipe sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1808\" data-start=\"1694\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1738\" data-start=\"1696\"\u003eHigh-temperature silicone construction\u003c\/strong\u003e – Heat resistant up to 300°C for demanding welding environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1905\" data-start=\"1809\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1841\" data-start=\"1811\"\u003eReusable industrial design\u003c\/strong\u003e – Durable construction for long service life and repeated use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2019\" data-start=\"1906\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1950\" data-start=\"1908\"\u003eCompatible with optional swirl nozzles\u003c\/strong\u003e – Optimizes purge gas distribution and improves purging efficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2118\" data-start=\"2020\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2063\" data-start=\"2022\"\u003eSupplied in a protective storage case\u003c\/strong\u003e – Keeps components organized and ready for transport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"2269\" data-start=\"2145\"\u003eOrbital Service Forming Gas Double Plugs are designed for purge gas management in precision welding applications, including:\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2602\" data-start=\"2271\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2294\" data-start=\"2271\"\u003eOrbital TIG welding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2325\" data-start=\"2295\"\u003eHigh-purity process piping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2371\" data-start=\"2326\"\u003eStainless steel tube and pipe fabrication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2412\" data-start=\"2372\"\u003ePharmaceutical manufacturing systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2451\" data-start=\"2413\"\u003eSemiconductor tubing installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2494\" data-start=\"2452\"\u003eFood and beverage processing equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2543\" data-start=\"2495\"\u003eAerospace and precision welding applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2602\" data-start=\"2544\"\u003eHygienic piping systems requiring oxidation-free welds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"2667\" data-start=\"2609\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eWhy Choose Orbital Service Forming Gas Double Plugs?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2810\" data-start=\"2669\"\u003eProper purge gas control is essential for producing high-quality stainless steel welds while minimizing gas consumption and preparation time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3033\" data-start=\"2812\"\u003eOrbital Service Forming Gas Double Plugs simplify this process by creating a compact purge chamber inside the pipe, reducing the volume of gas required while helping maintain consistent purge coverage throughout the weld.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3058\" data-start=\"3035\"\u003eKey advantages include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3409\" data-start=\"3060\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3113\" data-start=\"3060\"\u003eReduces purge gas consumption and operating costs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3175\" data-start=\"3114\"\u003eImproves weld quality with cleaner internal weld surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3230\" data-start=\"3176\"\u003eFaster setup with colour-coded plug identification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3287\" data-start=\"3231\"\u003eReusable silicone construction for long service life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3335\" data-start=\"3288\"\u003eWide range of pipe sizes covered in one kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3409\" data-start=\"3336\"\u003eCompatible with optional swirl nozzles for enhanced purge performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3845\" data-end=\"3870\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eIncluded Components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3872\" data-end=\"4043\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3872\" data-end=\"3924\"\u003e14 forming gas plugs (7 colour-coded size pairs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3925\" data-end=\"3979\"\u003eDurable plastic carrying case with transparent lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3980\" data-end=\"4010\"\u003e6 × 1 mm PE purge gas hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4011\" data-end=\"4043\"\u003eIntegrated plug valve system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs-table my-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-2xl font-bold mb-6\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-full border-collapse border border-gray-300 text-left\" style=\"width: 100.045%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"bg-gray-100\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"border border-gray-300 px-6 py-4 font-semibold text-gray-900\" style=\"width: 37.1389%;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"border border-gray-300 px-6 py-4 font-semibold text-gray-900\" style=\"width: 62.5172%;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody class=\"text-gray-700\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border border-gray-300 px-6 py-4 font-medium\" style=\"width: 37.1389%;\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border border-gray-300 px-6 py-4\" style=\"width: 62.5172%;\"\u003eForming Gas Double Plug Purge System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"bg-gray-50\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border border-gray-300 px-6 py-4 font-medium\" style=\"width: 37.1389%;\"\u003ePipe ID Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border border-gray-300 px-6 py-4\" style=\"width: 62.5172%;\"\u003e9–110 mm (0.35\"–4.3\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border border-gray-300 px-6 py-4 font-medium\" style=\"width: 37.1389%;\"\u003eNumber of Plug Sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border border-gray-300 px-6 py-4\" style=\"width: 62.5172%;\"\u003e7 Colour-Coded Sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"bg-gray-50\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border border-gray-300 px-6 py-4 font-medium\" style=\"width: 37.1389%;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border border-gray-300 px-6 py-4\" style=\"width: 62.5172%;\"\u003eHigh-Temperature Silicone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border border-gray-300 px-6 py-4 font-medium\" style=\"width: 37.1389%;\"\u003eShore Hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border border-gray-300 px-6 py-4\" style=\"width: 62.5172%;\"\u003e35 Shore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"bg-gray-50\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border border-gray-300 px-6 py-4 font-medium\" style=\"width: 37.1389%;\"\u003eMaximum Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border border-gray-300 px-6 py-4\" style=\"width: 62.5172%;\"\u003e300°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border border-gray-300 px-6 py-4 font-medium\" style=\"width: 37.1389%;\"\u003eReusable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border border-gray-300 px-6 py-4\" style=\"width: 62.5172%;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"bg-gray-50\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border border-gray-300 px-6 py-4 font-medium\" style=\"width: 37.1389%;\"\u003eCompatible Accessories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border border-gray-300 px-6 py-4\" style=\"width: 62.5172%;\"\u003eSwirl Nozzle Kit (WiDu7)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border border-gray-300 px-6 py-4 font-medium\" style=\"width: 37.1389%;\"\u003eArticle Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border border-gray-300 px-6 py-4\" style=\"width: 62.5172%;\"\u003eStopfSet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat are Forming Gas Double Plugs used for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForming Gas Double Plugs are used to seal the inside of tube or pipe during orbital TIG welding, creating a smaller purge chamber that improves gas efficiency and weld quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow do double plugs reduce purge gas consumption?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy sealing both sides of the weld joint, the plugs significantly reduce the volume that must be filled with purge gas, allowing the system to reach the required purge level more quickly while using less gas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat pipe sizes are supported?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard kit covers pipe inside diameters from 9 mm to 110 mm (0.35\" to 4.33\") using seven colour-coded plug sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat materials are the plugs made from?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plugs are manufactured from high-temperature silicone with a 35 Shore hardness, providing flexibility, durability, and heat resistance up to 300°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan the plugs be reused?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The silicone construction is designed for repeated use in professional fabrication and orbital welding environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the benefit of the optional Swirl Nozzle Kit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe optional Swirl Nozzle Kit (WiDü7) improves purge gas distribution inside the pipe, helping achieve faster, more uniform purging before welding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .faq-section details {\n    margin-bottom: 12px;\n    border: 1px solid #ddd;\n    border-radius: 8px;\n    padding: 8px 16px;\n    background-color: #fff;\n  }\n  .faq-section summary {\n    font-weight: 600;\n    cursor: pointer;\n    padding: 12px 0;\n    list-style: none;\n  }\n  .faq-section details[open] {\n    background-color: #f9f9f9;\n  }\n  .faq-section summary::-webkit-details-marker {\n    display: none;\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"BTH Sales","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43739760656471,"sku":null,"price":999.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/0215\/1511\/files\/FormingGasDoublePlugs.png?v=1779368355","url":"https:\/\/bthsales.ca\/products\/orbital-service-gas-double-plugs","provider":"BTH Sales","version":"1.0","type":"link"}