ATO Pipe Stopper
Designed specifically to test Concrete Pipe Joints to European Standards, the ATO Stoppers represent a portable, low cost method of testing.
PipeStoppers™ ATO Stoppers and test plugs are available in all sizes from 300mm - 1800mm. Each ATO is manufactured to the specific pipe size with a variation of ± 6mm. The stoppers comprise an inflatable outer ring with a 5 mm thick closed cell neoprene rubber out, bonded on for excellent sealing properties.
Each stopper can be used as a test end or a blank end and they are totally collapsible and light in weight making them easy to handle.
Each stopper has a soft central membrane with a Schrader valve for inflation. They are also fitted with a preset and tamper proof relief valve. A pull tag is fitted for deflation and there are no removable parts.
A hook and loop strap is provided to attach a gauge and a pull out strap is provided too. An on/off tap can be opened to vent the air ATO stoppers are manufactured and tested to BSEN1610 - 1998. The safe working pressure is 0.2 bar (2.8 psi, 200 mbar or 20 kpa). An on/off tap can be opened to vent the air.
ATO stoppers are manufactured and tested to BSEN1610 - 1998. The safe working pressure is 0.2 bar (2.8 psi, 200 mbar or 20 kpa).
Inflation can be carried out with a small low cost hand pump or a rechargeable inflator. A molded connector for the inflation hose is provided.
Patent Number 8361283
