Soft PVC Caps – Versatile Protection for Tubes, Threads, Cables...
Our caps made of soft PVC (polyvinyl chloride) are universal protective elements used, for example, as protective caps for
- Pipes/tubes
- Threads, bolts or rods
- Connectors, plugs and cable ends
They are manufactured using a special dip moulding process that allows for high flexibility and significantly lower tooling costs compared to injection moulding. This makes the caps particularly cost-effective not only for standard applications, but also for small series and custom-made designs.
The function of PVC caps is versatile: they provide protection against impacts, scratches or wear and act as corrosion protection by shielding metals from moisture, dirt and chemicals. Sharp edges are covered, thereby reducing the risk of injury. Aesthetic aspects can also play a role, for example when rods or fastenings need to be discreetly covered.
Our dip caps are available in round, square and rectangular shapes. Thanks to the high elasticity of soft PVC, they adapt perfectly even to uneven surfaces. In addition to standard designs, we offer customized solutions – such as special colours or dimensions – to precisely meet the requirements of a wide variety of projects.
Applications for PVC Caps
The possible uses of dip caps are extremely diverse. For example, the round PVC caps protect open pipe ends as well as hydraulic and pneumatic connections in mechanical and plant engineering. In transport and storage, they prevent damage to sensitive components and protect against the ingress of dust, moisture and dirt, while in surface treatment (e.g. in electroplating, painting or powder coating) they reliably cover or seal specific areas.
Soft PVC caps are also indispensable in construction and the furniture industry: they serve as end caps for railings, frames and fences and prevent injuries from sharp edges. In furniture production, screw connections or tubular frames are both functionally protected and made more visually appealing.
In addition, the caps are widely used in the electrical and automotive industries. They protect plugs, cable ends and wires and reliably cover sensitive components in the engine compartment or on body parts. They are also highly suitable for outdoor use, as they are weather- and UV-resistant. Thus, they are used, among other things, as protection for fence posts, metal constructions or wooden ends.
Advantages at a Glance
- High flexibility and elasticity: The caps adapt perfectly to shapes, ensuring a secure fit.
- Good chemical resistance: PVC caps are resistant to many oils, greases, alcohols, acids and alkalis. This makes them well-suited for protecting metal parts, threads or connectors in industrial applications.
- Protection against environmental influences thanks to good UV and weather resistance
- Temperature resistance: Depending on the composition, PVC caps can be used in a temperature range from -20°C to +60°C.
- Reusability: saves resources and is ideal in case of maintenance work
- Wide range of sizes: Round caps are available from an internal diameter of 1.4 mm. Square protection caps are available from 10 x 10 mm to 100 x 100 mm, rectangular caps from 1.5 x 15 mm to 25 x 60 mm.
- Fast implementation: ideal for small series and custom-made parts including caps in RAL colours.
Contact our sales team to receive the right solution in the desired shape, size or colour.