Description
Overview:
The Square Headed Plug 3/8" BSP is a male threaded stop made from durable malleable iron for blanking off unused ports and pipe ends. It provides a tight, dependable seal in water, air, oil, and general service lines across workshop, site, and agricultural settings. The square head allows firm engagement with a spanner for confident tightening and removal, even in confined spaces. Sized for 3/8 inch BSP threads (approximately 9.5 mm nominal pipe size), it is suitable for fittings and manifolds labelled 3/8" BSP on compressors, pumps, pressure washers, generators, hydraulic tanks, and general plant equipment. Supplied as MPN 888 038, it is a practical choice for routine maintenance, repairs, and blanking off test points or spare ports to maintain system integrity and prevent leaks.
Key Features:
- Robust malleable iron body for strength and long service life
- Square head design for positive grip with an adjustable spanner or socket
- 3/8" BSP thread (approx. 9.5 mm nominal) for common UK pipework and fittings
- Helps prevent leaks when used with suitable PTFE tape or thread sealant
- Suitable for water, air, and oil circuits in industrial and domestic systems
- Resistant to vibration loosening when correctly installed
- Simple to fit and remove for inspection or reconfiguration of pipework
- Clean, compact form factor for tight spaces and manifold blocks
- Standard right‐hand thread for compatibility with typical BSP ports
- Versatile choice for maintenance spares and emergency repairs
Typical Applications:
Blanking off unused or test ports on pumps, compressors, hydraulic manifolds, and valve bodies; sealing spare connections on water or air lines; finishing pipe runs on generators and pressure washers; capping service points on tanks, gearboxes, and plant machinery; and creating safe temporary closures during system pressure testing or servicing in workshops and on site.
Also known as:
Blanking plug, stop end, BSP stop plug, square head bung, port blank, closure plug, male BSP stopper, sealing plug, screw‐in end cap, square head blank.
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 888 038 |
|---|---|
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Key Features | - 3/8" BSP thread fits common UK pipework - Malleable iron body ensures durability - Square head allows firm spanner grip - Suitable for water, air, and oil systems - Prevents leaks with PTFE tape or sealant |
